- Film Review
- Reviewed By Sloan Freer
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2 out of 5
Everybody Loves Raymond matriarch Doris Roberts returns as uncanny problem-fixer Mrs "Miracle" in this ultra-simplistic TV-movie sequel. Working in a struggling New York department store in the run-up to Christmas, she combines magic, meddling, and traditional values to hurriedly bring festive cheer to the emotionally needy souls who cross her path. A playful Roberts charms whenever she's on screen, but once again it's the beneficiaries of her kindly ways that dominate the contrived events. In this yet heart-warming offering, they are the shop's idealistic manager Eric Johnson and fashion designer's assistant Jewel Staite (Serenity), whose developing romance is sweet and engaging despite its predictability. Unfortunately, not all the cast share the pair's gentle appeal, with Lauren Holly, in particular, a pantomimic embarrassment as Staite's bitchy boss.
Plot Summary
Seasonal romantic fantasy starring Doris Roberts. A magical woman brings some Christmas spirit to the staff of a struggling department store.
Cast and crew
Cast
- Emily Merkle / Mrs Miracle
- Doris Roberts
- Lindy Lowe
- Lauren Holly
- Jake Finley
- Eric Johnson
- Holly Wilson
- Jewel Staite
- JR Finley
- Tom Butler
- Gabe
- Quinn Lord
Crew
- Director
- Michael Scott
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