Like Father, Like Santa (1998)

Movie Run-throughs
Like Father, Like Santa (1998) is a heartfelt comedy-drama television movie that revolves around the life of a high-achieving business owner, Tyler Madison, and his surprising link to Santa Claus, whom he starts to resemble both physically and in generosity.

Main Plot
Tyler Madison (Harry Hamlin) is a vibrant, successful toy producer whose life undergoes an unforeseen twist when he is checked out by a strange man, Jaspar (William Hootkins), who exposes himself to be a fairy. The fairy informs Tyler that his long-estranged daddy, Kris Kringle Madison (Gary Coleman), is in fact Santa Claus and remains in desperate need of Tyler's aid to conserve Christmas after the toy production at North Pole has stopped because of Kris Kringle's disease and a fairy rebellion.

Connecting with his Roots
Tyler, initially hesitant about the entire scenario, decides to travel to the North Pole. There he comes across many enchanting scenes and minutes that his previous corporate life couldn't supply. He finds himself absorbed in the magic and consistency of Santa's workshop and something changes within him. Tyler handles the colossal task of reboot the halted toy production line.

Conflict and Resolution
Meanwhile, Tyler's self-centered partner Marty (Roy Dotrice) schemes to take control of Madison's toy company and tries to sabotage Christmas himself for his own gains. However, the plot takes an interesting turn when Tyler's employee Betty (Megan Gallagher), who accompanied him to the North Pole, discovers Marty's deceit and hurries back to conserve the business.

Concurrently, Tyler effectively reconnects with his daddy, fixes the discord among the fairies, and increases the toy production on time for Christmas. Tyler not just saves Christmas however likewise finds out the real essence of it that goes beyond materialistic gifts and depends on love, family, and delight.

The Final Act
In the end, Tyler relinquishes his fast-paced life and the greed that assisted his past decisions, returns to conserve his business from Marty's clutches together with Betty, and also patches up with his separated other half and child. The story ends on a delighted note with Tyler deciding to help his father provide the Christmas provides worldwide.

General Summary
"Like Father, Like Santa" checks out the journey of self-discovery and reconnection to one's roots. The film combines the standard elements of the Christmas tale with a modern-day setting. Through a mixture of comedy and drama, it assesses the real spirit of Christmas, presenting a vital message about the significance of love, generosity, and family relationships over materialistic gains and success. It provides some strong performances, specifically by Harry Hamlin and Gary Coleman. Overall, the movie leaves audiences with a warm vacation spirit and a much deeper appreciation for the Christmas season.

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