9.0 stars.
Two people start a romantic relationship over the telephone. She is a holiday hotline expert who provides cooking advice, he is a floundering dad who lost his wife a few years ago and needs all the help he can get.
The twist is that before they meet on the phone, they have already met in person. We've seen this specific situation in other Hallmark films. The two have already met face to face and have begun a tenuous relationship. But, in contrast to this shaky personal relationship, the telephone meet-cute is immediate and romantic feelings intensify. Eventually the twain shall meet. Will this mutual realization positively ignite the partnership, or is their bond too fragile to survive the encounter?
I enjoy this type of romantic juggling act, because it's a constant source of anticipation, culminating when they perceive what's happening. Sometimes one person discovers the secret first and resorts to additional subterfuge for a time, escalating the expectation.
'Holiday Hotline' gradually builds up what I can only describe as the perfect conclusion. We the audience are captivated by his vulnerability and equally by her receptiveness and contrition. Thankfully each and every one of the supporting cast members contributes to an enriching and magical experience you won't soon forget. One of my all-time favorite Hallmarks.
Two people start a romantic relationship over the telephone. She is a holiday hotline expert who provides cooking advice, he is a floundering dad who lost his wife a few years ago and needs all the help he can get.
The twist is that before they meet on the phone, they have already met in person. We've seen this specific situation in other Hallmark films. The two have already met face to face and have begun a tenuous relationship. But, in contrast to this shaky personal relationship, the telephone meet-cute is immediate and romantic feelings intensify. Eventually the twain shall meet. Will this mutual realization positively ignite the partnership, or is their bond too fragile to survive the encounter?
I enjoy this type of romantic juggling act, because it's a constant source of anticipation, culminating when they perceive what's happening. Sometimes one person discovers the secret first and resorts to additional subterfuge for a time, escalating the expectation.
'Holiday Hotline' gradually builds up what I can only describe as the perfect conclusion. We the audience are captivated by his vulnerability and equally by her receptiveness and contrition. Thankfully each and every one of the supporting cast members contributes to an enriching and magical experience you won't soon forget. One of my all-time favorite Hallmarks.