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Send us a textDid the final week of "Countdown to Christmas" make or break the season? 🎄 We are wrapping up the Hallmark holiday season by reviewing the final slate of new movies!In this episode, we dive deep into "A Make or Break Holiday" starring Hunter King and Evan Roderick. Was the "fake dating" (or fake breakup?) trope a winner, or did the family fighting get too intense? Eric thinks this might be a top-tier movie for the year, while Andrea is a bit more skeptical.We also break down the "The 12 Dates of Christmas" finale (Episodes 5 & 6). Did Kate finally grow on us? Was the ending satisfying? Plus, we have a major disagreement on "The Christmas Baby." Is it a tender, slow-burn classic or a story with too many plot holes?Plus, we touch on the Finding Mr. Christmas reunion and a few non-Hallmark surprises (hello, Jonas Brothers!).In this video:Why A Make or Break Holiday might be the best-produced movie of the year.Our final verdict on the 12 Dates of Christmas series.The debate over The Christmas Baby and its adoption storyline.A quick look at Finding Mr. Christmas and the new lead!Let us know in the comments: Which of these final movies was your favorite? 👇🔔 Subscribe for more Hallmark movie reviews and rankings!Follow us on social media: Instagram and TikTok: @hallmarkmysteriesandmoreYoutubeOr visit our website. This podcast was created by fans for fans and is NOT affiliated with or sponsored by Hallmark or the Hallmark Channel.

Send us a textIs December finally delivering the hits we've been waiting for? 🎄 This week, Eric and Andrea break down the big finale of Finding Mr. Christmas (did the right guy win?), give their final verdict on the 12 Dates till Christmas series, and debate two very different new movies: A Sweet Holiday Romance and Oid to the World.Plus, we discuss the controversial ending of The Christmas Baby (Eric has thoughts), share some surprising throwback recommendations, and reveal which 2024 movie might just be the best of the entire year. Whether you're team "Traditional Hallmark" or ready for something fresh, this episode has a hot take for you.In This Episode:Finding Mr. Christmas: Our reaction to the winner and the finale.12 Dates till Christmas: Did the series stick the landing?Movie Reviews: A Sweet Holiday Romance & Oid to the World.The Christmas Baby: Why the ending of this movie ruined everything for Eric.Throwback Watch: A Smile as Big as the Moon & Time for Them to Come Home for Christmas.👇 Join the conversation! Which movie was your favorite this week? Let us know in the comments!Follow us on social media: Instagram and TikTok: @hallmarkmysteriesandmoreYoutubeOr visit our website. This podcast was created by fans for fans and is NOT affiliated with or sponsored by Hallmark or the Hallmark Channel.

Send us a textFrom Phantom of the Opera to the Hallmark Channel, Eva Tavares is making her mark! 🎬 In this exclusive interview, we sit down with the director of the year's final (and perhaps most talked-about) holiday movie, The Christmas Baby. Eva opens up about her incredible journey from opera singer and dancer to shadowing industry veterans through the "Make Her Mark" program.We dive deep into the making of The Christmas Baby, discussing the challenges of directing a 4-month-old on set, the beautiful (and important) representation of a queer love story, and the hidden Easter eggs you need to look out for. Plus, find out what it was like for Eva to act in the first movie of the year (A Royal Montana Christmas) while preparing to direct the last one!In This Episode:The "Make Her Mark" Program: How Ashley Williams and Marcus Rosner helped launch Eva's directing career.Directing vs. Acting: The surprising lessons Eva learned from shadowing Peter Benson and Gail Harvey."The Christmas Baby" Deep Dive: Working with a baby, creating a safe set, and telling an authentic LGBTQ+ family story.Easter Eggs: Why you need to watch for Eva's parents and her brother's dog!👇 Are you excited for The Christmas Baby? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!Follow us on social media: Instagram and TikTok: @hallmarkmysteriesandmoreYoutubeOr visit our website. This podcast was created by fans for fans and is NOT affiliated with or sponsored by Hallmark or the Hallmark Channel.

Send us a textWe finally found a masterpiece with 12 Dates Till Christmas, but the rest of the week had us divided! 🎄 This week, Eric and Andrea review the latest holiday lineup, and while we both fell in love with the charm of 12 Dates, we couldn't be further apart on the others.Eric defends the quirks of She's Making a List (giving it a solid 4.5), while Andrea found it disjointed. Meanwhile, Andrea raves about Single on the 25th, but Eric thinks it dragged. We also dive into the latest Finding Mr. Christmas elimination, share some throwback reviews from 2014, and chat about Eric's disastrous acupuncture experience.Movies Reviewed:12 Dates Till ChristmasShe's Making a ListSingle on the 25thThe Christmas Secret (Throwback)Best Christmas Party Ever (Throwback)👇 Whose side are you on? Did you love or hate She's Making a List? Let us know in the comments!Follow us on social media: Instagram and TikTok: @hallmarkmysteriesandmoreYoutubeOr visit our website. This podcast was created by fans for fans and is NOT affiliated with or sponsored by Hallmark or the Hallmark Channel.

Send us a textWhat is it really like to be a "Character Actor" in the massive Hallmark movie universe? In this episode, we sit down with the hilarious and talented Lauren Cochrane (The Christmas Club, A Family Thanksgiving) to pull back the curtain on the life of a working actor.From a hilarious acupuncture mishap to sharing the screen with legends like Faye Dunaway, Lauren holds nothing back. We discuss why Winnipeg has quietly become the "Hollywood of the North," the brutal reality of Zoom auditions, and why playing the quirky best friend is often more fun than playing the romantic lead. Plus, we put her memory to the test with a Hallmark Character Quiz and get an exclusive look at her role as Hazel Holly in the new movie Sweet Romance.In this episode, you’ll learn:The "Character Actor" Advantage: Why the supporting roles often have the most freedom (and job security).Audition Horror Stories: How the industry shifted from "in the room" chemistry to "self-tape" isolation.The Winnipeg Connection: Inside the tight-knit community of actors dominating Hallmark productions.Improv vs. Script: How Lauren’s background in comedy helps her save scenes when things go wrong.Sweet Romance Scoops: Behind-the-scenes stories from her latest project with Director Jeff Beesley.Follow us on social media: Instagram and TikTok: @hallmarkmysteriesandmoreYoutubeOr visit our website. This podcast was created by fans for fans and is NOT affiliated with or sponsored by Hallmark or the Hallmark Channel.