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I love the idea of music by seniors for everyone! It's a great way for seniors to share their knowledge and their lives.

Amy returns home to help her grandfather after he is in a minor accident. Amy and her grandfather have been at loggerheads since her grandfather didn't support her dreams of becoming an author, but mainly because it meant that he had no one to pass his dream on to...his store Pumpkin Everything.

When Amy arrives to her hometown she reconnects with her best childhood friend Kit and discovers that her Grandfather is not doing as well as she thought. This leads Amy to try to talk her grandfather into selling everything and moving into a retirement living situation. Slowly Amy starts to realize that writing is something that her grandfather can't relate to.

Wonderful fall backdrop for this pumpkin extravaganza. And who made that ginormous fake pumpkin prop? The scarecrow contest was fun and the grandfather's house is amazing with all of its antiques and fall decor.

"Life isn't all or nothing. You get to decide what parts of your past you keep and you can always change your mind."-mom.

FYI...I don't understand why it is all or nothing for Amy. Why does her grandfather have to go into a home and sell his store? I think there are lots of compromises. She could move home...she's an author! He could get more help at the store and have a roommate at home?

The romance wasn't the most believable and the character of Amy was aggravating. What happened to "I love you and have always wanted to be with you, you are the one."? Instead it's "I won't get in the way of your career."...is that romance for millennials? I guess I am a little bit more old fashioned than that. This didn't sit the best with me even with all of it's autumnal traipsing.

The scenery in this movie was beautiful! I watched it from the viewpoint of the grandfather because I'm more of that age. I must say that I sympathized with him. It's tough when you get to a point in your life when you have to think about giving up your home, your business, your life that you've had. It's also tough having to admit you can't do all the things you used to without some help. So it made me a little emotional. But like every Hallmark movie, it had a happy ending. I hope to be able to visit a place like pumpkin everything someday. It really bought the feel of fall into the my living room.

This was loosely based on a book. And when I say loosely let, I mean it was nearly unrecognizable. The two main conflicts from the book, not in the movie. Instead they take the sweet relationship between Amy and her grandfather and make them have the conflict for the movie. In the book, Kit wants to turn their childhood home into an inn. Not in the movie despite it seeming very Hallmark. The main character was unbearable where not even the talented Taylor Cole could save her. It could have been so much better but it was just blah. It was also disappointing. It also success was the fall colors was beautiful and Corey Sievers nice to look at.

I love the three leads (Ashley Cole, Corey Siever and the always wonderful Michael Ironside) but was disappointed to see Michael Ironside cast as an 'old person' as opposed to someone who happens to be older. He is a well-respected actor and I remember him from years ago, usually as a bit of a 'hard man'.

He was patronised by Ashley Cole's character who wanted to decide his life for him and relegate him to a 'waiting for God' retirement facility instead of respecting his right to choose how he wanted to live.

I didn't watch to the end of the film, such was my disappointment at the way Ironside was cast. He can be, and should be, used to better effect!

Not a good message to send!

Taylor Cole (Amy) is drop dead gorgeous and one of my favorite Hallmark actresses. And I'm a Hallmark movie addict. But Pumpkin Everything really isn't much of a romance. It's more about the very real family drama that inevitably arises when parents (and their parents) age and begin to have difficulty with unassisted living. And that drama is effectively depicted here.

This is one of those movies that's designed to fit into the Fall schedule, and so there are many beautiful shots highlighting all the Fall colors. And lots of pumpkins. And the town is literally called Autumnboro (seriously). That's great. But the movie title is also the name of a local business run by Amy's grandfather, effectively played by busy veteran actor Michael Ironside. But he's pretty grumpy, vindictive (e.g., college aid) and often unlikeable. And yet it's hard not to sympathize with his predicament.

Pumpkin Everything is the kind of business that can only survive inside a Hallmark movie. They basically slapped a store sign on an old house and filled it with lots of decorations and some pumpkin themed merchandise, with a bunch of knickknacks for sale on the front lawn (seriously). That's a business model that would be risky at best during the prime seasonal months of October and November (when it starts to get chilly on that front lawn). But what about the other 10 months of the year? They'd be lucky to break even. Even with all the "online sales" (of pumpkin candles?)

And what exactly has Kit (played by Corey Sevier) been doing since high school? Working for Amy's grandpa at Pumpkin Everything? Hey, if working for somebody else's small town seasonal retail shop is satisfying and fulfilling, great. He's a recovered alcoholic and he has a stable job. Amy should be happy for him. But he wants successful best selling author Amy, who's focused on her flourishing career, and her legitimate concerns about her grandfather, to focus on getting back together with a high school boyfriend she left long ago and hasn't spoken to since.

What??

First, I didn't feel any chemistry between Kit and Amy. I thought there was far more chemistry when Taylor Cole was paired up with Michael Rady in Christmas in Homestead, or Steve Lund in Unlocking Christmas and The Art of Us, or Tyler Hynes in Falling For You, or Jack Turner in the Summer Prince and the Winter trilogy. Heck, there was more chemistry between Amy's mom and Luke.

And second, this movie was more about Amy and her grandpa. The romantic pairing of Kit and Amy would have been forced even if more time had been spent focusing on that relationship. But even though their romance was unsatisfying, the rest of the movie was a decent drama. They didn't sugar coat the challenges of aging or the stubborn, but understandable, reluctance of elderly people to give up their independence. I applaud that.

Random observations:

Why wasn't the damage at Luke's coffee shop covered by grandpa's insurance? And why was Amy's mother being "hounded" to pay for that damage? Insurance adjusters deal with that.

Why was grandpa getting free coffees and free Carmel apples?

Why would a senior center DJ who says things like "Rock on" and loves classic rock, be excited to bring on a surly old grump to play jazz?

In what alternate universe is Pumpkin Everything making $10,000 a month in online sales?

How does Kit have the financial wherewithal to consider the proposal that he is given?

I get that Amy became successful, but a chauffeur to Autumnboro? Really?

I want to correct those who mentioned that the Grandfather was being urged to go into Assisted Living.

I went through this situation with my father 9 years ago and he was just as stubborn and resistant. What finally worked was asking him leading questions and honoring his opinions. I asked him, "What is your main barrier to moving?" My mother's health was failing and she really wanted to move to Independent Living (in a CCRC setting - Continuing Care Retirement Community). We finally convinced him to move to the Independent Apartment that they currently live in and they both love it. They have met many friends and are very active with classes, zoom meetings, etc. (Aged 91 and 88 years). Most all of their health care is on-site.

The idea that when one is old that Assisted Living is the only option is very dated. CCRC's are designed for Active Seniors. Assisted Living is an option as is Skilled Nursing . . . If needed at all.

Overall, I felt the movie could have been better. The chemistry between the two leads was lacking and the pace of the movie was a bit slow.

This is one of the best Hallmark romances I've seen in a while, with a believable and relatable storyline and a cast of excellent actors. I think I have a bit of a crush on the always appealing Corey Sevier, if I'm being honest. Taylor Cole's beauty never fades a bit, year after year. Both leads are perfectly cast and do wonderful work in this movie.

Michael Ironside as Grandpa is truly superb, and wonder of wonders, every single actor in this movie, from the mom to the agent to the guy selling lattes, can act.

Let's face it: Hallmark movies aren't the most gripping. I'm not saying this movie had me on the edge of my seat, but the realistic dialogue, sympathetic characters and meaningful (but never a downer,) story held my attention for the entire movie. More like this, please!

6.3 stars.

Amy (Taylor Cole) is a widely published author of vampire novels. Grandpa (Ironside) owns a store called Pumpkin Everything, and he thinks her novels are trashy. Kit (Corey Sevier) works at the store. The name of the town is Autumnboro? Cheesy.

After many years Amy comes back to town and sees that Grandpa and Kit are close friends, and is immediately blindsided by Kit's handsome face, and plaid shirt. She remembers him looking different when they were young, obviously not as ruggedly appealing back then...

Grandpa's house is messy, things are strewn about, there is a carton of warm milk sitting on the table without a lid. Grandpa's life is messy, he's old and can't keep up. Kit lives in Grandpa's guest house...vavavoom.

Amy has abandoned everyone important in her life when she left town years ago, and she just now realizes it. What must she do? Vampire girl helps Grandpa, makes amends with mom, and falls in love with country boy. Grandpa realizes he aint getting younger...

This movie is drab, place it in the dreadful Hallmark pile.

Taylor Cole is , perhaps, the most beautiful Hallmark movies actress. Yet, after a couple of corny, but entertaining movies in 2016, Hallmark has been unable to provide her with scripts with sufficient drama or substance. Here, again, she appears in a rather dull movie that moves very slow, filled with lengthy conversations, going from the inane to the barely relevant. There is very little action in the about ninety minutes production. In the absence of realistic conflicts or drama, the films stretches over the limits whatever little it has. So, we have a grouchy grandfather, far too rude and obstinate to capture any empathy and a writer, Amy, with the absurd situation of been prevented by her job from living or staying at home, as she desires. If there is an occupation that does not demands to stay away from home, it's precisely the one of a writer! A writer does not need to be locked in a city to promote her books!

The rest of the story is the reunion of Amy with her schooldays friend, or old flame, after years of neglect. This is, possibly, the least original theme in romantic TV movies and is handled in no original way.

Taylor Cole and Cory Sevier are not enough to salvage the show.

The movie does have some gentle moments, is family-friendly and wants to be uplifting, as in old Hallmark tradition. It is a pity that it is not engaging enough to make it real entertainment or deserve a higher score, in my view.

Wife and I simply enjoyed this movie, a good ole fashioned Hallmark presentation! Turns out the main story line is immediately relevant to us - my Mom and Father in Law are just like Grandpa in the story. Seriously!

To us, all the actors turned in genuine believable performances - a credit to them and the director - story line is a simple pleasure. Lovely scenery, camera work and editing. Music was an unexpected bonus, too, in its variety. Would watch again.

Some reviews here criticize it as featuring too many people smiling. Dang, folks - don't we have enough misery and pain in the world? Can't we just escape for a couple hours to a happier place with decent people?

Thank you, Hallmark, for a very nice uplifting interlude!

Hallmark gives us this story of a successful Philadelphia writer who returns to her hometown for a visit when her grandfather suffers an injury. She is pleasantly surprised that many of the traditions continue, and she also reconnects with the best friend she left behind years ago.

Taylor Cole plays the main character, Amy, who discovers that her former friend Kit (Corey Sevier) now works in her grandfather's store. There is little to no chemistry between them at first, and the story meanders between various of Amy's interests and concerns, including her job, which has impending responsibilities. But the narrative picks up, and the final minutes of the film are totally engaging.

One of the best aspects of the film is the depiction of the autumnal colors of nature. You can practically smell the season and the pumpkin spice flavorings of everything. It is very immersive.

It is a long time since I have watched a move with such incredibly stilted acting, universally unlikeable characters including a grandpa who I would be worried if he was in a care facility someone was going to drown him in a bath he is so judgmental, narcissistic and obnoxious.

The leads have absolutely zero chemistry - what do they have in common again? What a flat benign pair they are. I could find nothing to like. Either Hallmark movies are losing their edge or I am becoming jaded. Either way I have not watched one I have liked for some time and in the past that was never an issue. Where is the storyline?

I like it was the verdict after final credits.

First, for the autumn colors and drone images and the shop and the scarecrow contest.

Second, who can define as bad a film with Corey sevier, especially a Hallmark one ?

Not the last, maybe just the most significant motives- the beautiful job of Michael ironside in the role of venerable Tom.

But the best part, no doubts, is the supperficial, off course, exploration of sensitive themes and fair portrait of oldness.

So, I dare, and it is not very comfortable for one as me, defining Hallmark films as a version of soap opera , to write - it is a beautiful film.

Not great, not memorable.

Only beautiful. And this is just enough.

I mean that as in the romance aspect of the movie. The scenery was beautiful and there was a lot of potential for heart in this film, but the romance didn't seem to fully manifest on screen. I couldn't tell if it was a chemistry thing or if it was the writing.

The acting was believable for the most part and I really liked the grandfather character. He was one of the stronger parts of the film and had you feeling for him throughout the duration of the movie.

I love fall movies because I don't have seasons so I love escaping to them in movies. For that reason and the grandfather I give it a 7.

IN A NUTSHELL: Wow, if you're not in the pumpkin and fall foliage mood before this movie, you absolutely will be after you watch this brown-sugary sweet romantic comedy.

The fall film was directed by Jeff Beesley, and written by Paul Ditty and Beth Labonte. The movie is based on the 2018 novel by Beth Labonte. She also wrote a sequel to that book based on some of the characters that were left out of the movie.

THINGS I LIKED: The name of the hometown featured in this movie is AUTUMNboro! You are definitely going to be in the fall mood after watching this!

The leading lady is the beautiful Taylor Cole, who has appeared in many Hallmark movies over the years.

Taylor's romantic counterpart is played by the handsome Corey Sevier.

I thought Paula Boudreau was adorable and did a great job hamming up her character. Sure, it was over-the-top, but she was the one assigned to provide the comic relief in the movie.

Michael Ironside played the stubborn grandfather. He wasn't very likable, but I felt sorry for him because it's just awful watching your parents and grandparents become old and unable to do the things they once could do.

I like movies that feature authors because I am one! You can find all 31 of my books in bookstores and on Amazon!

A lot of people complain that Hallmark movies are too sweet and sappy. I tend to agree, but isn't it nice to get away from all of the misery and ugliness in the world for a little while?

THINGS I DIDN'T LIKE: So much plastered hair. So much coffee.

I can absolutely relate to the stubbornness of aging parents and grandparents who refuse to get help when they need it. It's hard for them to overcome pride and admit they can't do what they used to be able to do with ease and flair.

The romance seems more of an afterthought. There is history between the pair so we don't get to watch them meet and fall in love. They simply decide to like each other again. There's not much chemistry and the two together felt like bland vanilla...not pumpkin spice. The emphasis of the movie is definitely the season, not the romance.

There are some serious plot holes. Try not to overthink anything and you'll enjoy all of the fall colors and pumpkin...everything.

I didn't understand the bad blood between the grandfather and his granddaughter. He's super cranky and unsupportive. Just because she didn't want to take over his pumpkin store business?

It's hard to believe that a handsome, young man couldn't get a job with anyone else. Did anyone buy that storyline?

There really isn't any action or major conflict to overcome...just some scheduling issues.

None of the characters felt real.

TIPS FOR PARENTS: The movie is rated G and safe for all viewing audiences. It's sweet and simple.

No profanity.

An old man falls down and gets hurt.

THEMES: Romance Second chances Writing/authors Forgiveness Family Stubbornness Pride Change Our choices and how they affect others

First off, whoever did Taylor's hair and make up needs to find a new career. Not a good look. I'm sorry, she looked unrecognizable. I'm the person who even rates casting and the director. BTW, casting was atrocious and directing appears to have settled on the first take - every time. I want a director who won't settle on an emotional yelling scene until the vein bulges from the actor's face. THAT'S acting.

Chemistry is when the viewer thinks the two actors kissing scene didn't take (and especially NEED) any direction. None. Zero. Nada. Zilch. Bupkis.

Her male lead looked lost and I have NEVER seen such bad chemistry between two leads. You can't fault Ironside except I got the feeling that he was there for a check.

I have reviewed a lot of Hallmark movies, most with glowing reviews. Not this one. My lowest score EVER. I love Hallmark. I hated this movie - couldn't wait (or cared) how it ended.

This should have been on Hallmark Mysteries because it is a mystery how this stinker made it to air. Sorry. Remember, this is my first really negative review.

There were a lot of elements that made this movie atypical by Hallmark standards.

The romance was hugely overshadowed by the relationship between the grandpa and granddaughter. What made this doubly annoying was that the heroine didn't really seem to have any introspection or understanding of human nature on any level. The whole character left a bad taste in my mouth, especially after the ending.

What positive qualities was Taylor Cole's character supposed to embody? Did she learn anything or grow at all other than not walking away from the love interest? They didn't even profess their love to each other!

Taylor's character also didn't even try to show any understanding toward the Grandpa. Like a brat, she just demanded he change so she could stop worrying about him. And yet the apology at the end comes from the grandpa, who admittedly was grumpy and stubborn, but if you have any real life experience with old parents or grandparents, you know this is a realistic portrayal.

She cared so much about her grandpa, that the famous and wealthy author was not willing to make any sacrifice whatsoever for his welfare. Do you know what makes a great love story? Heroic virtue. When people make sacrifices and take chances through heroic faith, hope, and charity.

This Hallmark movie has great acting in it. Especially from the two main characters Amy Fox starred by Taylor Cole (April Fool's Day, The Event, The Glades) who is a great actress may I add and her grandfather starred by Michael Ironside(Total Recall, Starship Troopers). This movie is more of a Family movie than your usual Hallmark Romance. There is some romance, but the main protagonists of the film are Amy Cole & her grandfather with there problematic family relationship. Great film that is worth watching at least once. In my opinion more than once. It has just enough comedy, drama, and even romance to keep you entertained!!!

Nice scenery--fall colors. But the story ... Here we have a young woman who, being a becoming-famous writer, I suppose, thinks she knows best what her grandfather needs--to sell his house and his business and move into a retirement community where he will be surrounded by other old(er) people doing pleasant things, like playing lawn games and walking around smiling. This is what people call putting a person out to pasture. Your useful years are past, so go over into the coral with the other warn out old horses and keep busy doing nothing consequential until you die. He told her before she showed him this pleasant place that she could have no idea what life is like for him until she's there. She should have just shut up and listened.