Christmas Crush (2012)

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Twenty-eight-year-old Georgia is convinced the man of her dreams is "the one that got away" back in high school. When Georgia learns of her high school reunion a week before Christmas, she's ecstatic to finally have her chance to win Craig back. But as she gets to relive high school for a night, she begins to realize it might not be Craig at all who got away, but Ben, an old friend with whom she'd fallen out of touch.

Overview
"Christmas Crush", likewise known as "Holiday High School Reunion", is a 2012 Christmas romantic comedy directed by Marita Grabiak and starring Rachel Boston, Jon Prescott, and Marilu Henner. The film plot includes love, friendships, competition, and the sense of nostalgia that includes high school reunions, all set versus the warm and joyful background of the Christmas vacation.

Plot
The movie revolves around Georgia Hunt (Rachel Boston), a twenty-eight-year-old ambitious designer who is not in the very best place in her life. With her career going no place and her love life non-existent, Georgia eagerly attends her ten-year high school reunion hoping to once again cross paths with her high school sweetheart, Craig (Jon Prescott).

Upon arrival at the reunion, she is faced not just with Craig, but likewise with her bitter rival Tori (Sunny Mabrey) and her best friends, Ben (Josh Crotty) and Heather (Juliana Guill). Caught up in the spirit of Christmas and reunions, Georgia hatches a plan to win Craig back, driven by the belief that doing so would solve all her problems.

Character Development
Throughout the story, Georgia humiliates herself attempting to bring in Craig's attention, going to fantastic lengths in consistent competitors with Tori. Nevertheless, Georgia's relentless focus on the past eventually begins to wane as she begins to notice her friend, Ben. Through a series of comic series, incidents, and remarkable conversations, Georgia slowly realizes that her ideal match has actually been right next to her all along.

Ben, who always harbors feelings for Georgia, shows his undeviating support and love for her. Meanwhile, Craig shows to be not as great as Georgia had kept in mind, and Tori is not as evil. This awakening forces Georgia to realize that she has been clinging to past dreams and fantasies, oblivious to present chances and true blessings.

Conclusion
The motion picture culminates at the Christmas Eve Ball, where the true feelings are exposed. Georgia, in a twist of events, finally acknowledges and confesses her love for Ben instead of Craig. She finds out that it's not about recreating the past but acknowledging and accepting the promises the future holds.

Theme
"Christmas Crush" sends out across a heartfelt message: it explores personal growth, understanding one's sensations, and acknowledging changes. While the plot is wrapped around Christmastime, the hidden theme surpasses the season as it handles insecurities, dreams, and truths in a light yet significant manner. The narrative of high school reunions, old relationships, competitions, and long-past crushes further add taste to the motion picture.

In general
"Christmas Crush" is a light-hearted, festive film filled with a mix of romance, friendships, and a valuable life lesson. It might tug at the heartstrings of those who share a sense of fond memories from their high school days and who think in the magic of Christmas and love. It is a movie about reviewing the past, reviving old relationships, and refinding love where you least anticipate it.

Top Cast

  • Rachel Boston (small)
    Rachel Boston
    Georgia Hunt
  • Jonathan Bennett (small)
    Jonathan Bennett
    Ben Oliver
  • Marilu Henner (small)
    Marilu Henner
    Beverly Hunt
  • Harry Hamlin (small)
    Harry Hamlin
    Mr. Taylor
  • Sunny Mabrey (small)
    Sunny Mabrey
    Tory
  • Julia Voth (small)
    Julia Voth
    Katie
  • Elizabeth Braun (small)
    Elizabeth Braun
    Heather (as Elizabeth Lauren Hoffman)
  • Josh Crotty (small)
    Josh Crotty
    Jay
  • Eileen April Boylan (small)
    Eileen April Boylan
    Brook (as Eileen Boylan)
  • Kenny Davis
    Store Owner
  • Stewart Scott (small)
    Stewart Scott
    Fashion Designer