Window Wonderland (2013)
Window Wonderland is one of my favorite Hallmark Christmas movies ever. It’s a laugh a minute, with quick quips and great set-ups that take their time. I’ll forever be a Paul Campbell fan because of his cute, charming character. Anytime I see his name in a Hallmark movie, I make sure to watch it. Chyler Leigh didn’t make any more Hallmarks after this one, but you’ll probably recognize her from her years in Grey’s Anatomy and Supergirl.
Chyler and Paul play rival window dressers in a Macy’s-type department store. They’re vying for the top position, and their harried boss, Matty Finochio, gives them each one window to dress in the days before Christmas. Whichever window is best and brings in the most customers will get the job. As Chyler projects class, education, and strategy, Paul is laid-back, last-minute, and informal. He takes five minutes to sketch his window design on a used napkin, and Chyler stays up all night to plan hers. She’s intent on climbing the corporate ladder and likes hobnobbing with high society, including her boyfriend, Cameron Mathison. Paul isn’t particular; he’s kind to both Naomi Judd, a bathroom attendant, and Terence Kelly, a window washer.
As this Hallmark is nearly ten years old, you might not have seen it. I understand the temptation to watch all the new releases, and sometimes old favorites slip through the cracks. If you like romance without needless misunderstandings, humor without silliness, and sweetness without cheese, you’ll probably love Window Wonderland as much as I do.
More Christmas movies here!
Chyler and Paul play rival window dressers in a Macy’s-type department store. They’re vying for the top position, and their harried boss, Matty Finochio, gives them each one window to dress in the days before Christmas. Whichever window is best and brings in the most customers will get the job. As Chyler projects class, education, and strategy, Paul is laid-back, last-minute, and informal. He takes five minutes to sketch his window design on a used napkin, and Chyler stays up all night to plan hers. She’s intent on climbing the corporate ladder and likes hobnobbing with high society, including her boyfriend, Cameron Mathison. Paul isn’t particular; he’s kind to both Naomi Judd, a bathroom attendant, and Terence Kelly, a window washer.
As this Hallmark is nearly ten years old, you might not have seen it. I understand the temptation to watch all the new releases, and sometimes old favorites slip through the cracks. If you like romance without needless misunderstandings, humor without silliness, and sweetness without cheese, you’ll probably love Window Wonderland as much as I do.
More Christmas movies here!