Noel (2004)

Too much of everything

The Worst Film Ever

I'll tell you why so serious

best movie i've ever seen.

It never ceases to amaze me that professional critics bash movies like this one. This is a sweet, endearing movie devoid of cynicism and sarcasm - traits that appear to be necessary for a positive critical review. Don't be fooled by the reviews you see. Watch this movie for yourself.If you want a heartwarming story, well-acted and poignant, Noel will not disappoint. Because Christmas, in reality, can be a lonely time for some, this movie portrays the 'imperfect' side to the holiday. While the stories intertwine, we witness the struggles and loneliness of these characters, each dealing with different, but very real, sadness.The love and joy that still is present in this lovely story make this an enjoyable movie, well-worth your time if you want to be uplifted and inspired.

BEWARE OF BOGUS REVIEWS. SOME REVIEWERS HAVE ONLY REVIEWED THIS FILM. THAT TELLS ME THEY WERE INVOLVED WITH THE PRODUCTION. I HAVE REVIEWED OVER 200 Christmas MOVIES. I HAVE NO AGENDA.This film has several inter-winding stories. Some are more interesting than others. What it shows is that we are all connected in some form. We are different but we are also the same. This film centers on five strangers who are linked together – and who meet each other at separate times – by a series of events that take place on Christmas Eve in New York.The main character is Rose (Susan Sarandon), a woman who is struggling to cope with caring for her mother, an Alzheimer's patient. Meanwhile, Nina (Penélope Cruz) and Mike (Paul Walker) are a young couple on the verge of breaking up due to Mike's increasingly jealous behavior. Elsewhere, Artie (Alan Arkin) is an old waiter who searches for his deceased wife every Christmas Eve. Finally, Jules (Marcus Thomas) is a young man who deliberately damages his hand so he can attend a Christmas party in the emergency room, as that was the only happy memory of his childhood. In addition to the five main characters, the mysterious Charlie (Robin Williams) is introduced as the person who may be able to help Rose finally realize that she must look after herself more, rather than worrying about everyone else.Some of these stories work and some don't. I think the age you are at the time of the initial viewing is important on what story you will like the best. At times this film is a great masterpiece. At other times you get very angry but I think that was the intention. This film however works wonders by making THE VIEWER ask themselves "Where Am I Now" and "Love is important do I love enough" Well worth watching. I will watch this again

I like a good sentimental holiday movie, but this one dragged on and did not interest anyone in the room. The rest of the family asked why I recorded it. Characters were hollow and poorly developed. While many cast members were great actors, the material left them with little to work with and their acting talent was not evident from this film. Plot lines were forced and incomplete. It felt like they just ran out of time and ended things. What was the deal with the guy in the ER? Did his resolution get edited out? When the movie was finally done we were left with the feeling of "what just happened her?" Was the angel figure theme supposed to mean anything? Just confusing. Does this want to be Love Actually? It's not.With so many holiday movies to choose from, I'd recommend moving on to another one. Want a sappy holiday movie - try Remember the Night or Christmas in Connecticut.

just three little words, but these are the words that shine out of this movie for me like a beacon bringing the magic of Christmas into my home every year.For Rose to say those words to a complete stranger, to ease their pain and loneliness at such a time when families are all uniting for the holiday's is what Christmas is all about for me.Noel is a heart warming movie which makes you feel sad at times but by the end you are left feeling that everything is going to be OK.Everyone has their cross to bear but for a few stolen moments in time, goodness and kindness reigns supreme and can make so much difference to someones life.Robin Williams plays a wonderful role not dissimilar to his present circumstances which probably makes this movie more poignant to an avid Robin Williams fan as I am.All in all a wonderful Christmas movie not to be missed.