The Case for Christmas (2011)

The Case for Christmas Poster

An up-and-coming attorney risks it all to help defend Santa when Christmas is in jeopardy of cancellation.

Movie Summary
"The Case for Christmas" is a charming family-friendly holiday film launched in 2011. Directed by Timothy Bond, and movie script written by Michael J. Murray, the film stars Dean Cain, Rachel Blanchard, and George Buza, and reflects themes of love, faith, hope, and the magic of Christmas.

Plot Overview
The motion picture revolves around single daddy Michael Sherman (Dean Cain) who is a struggling free-lance professional photographer. Michael gets employed by a prominent criminal attorney, Braxton Bennett, to capture the essence of Christmas to develop a legal case against Santa Claus, who is being demanded producing incorrect hope. Braxton is known for his reputation of winning every case he handles.

Santa Claus is portrayed by George Buza, representing himself in court. Santa must prove he is who he claims to be by Christmas Eve or lose his magical status forever. Michael is faced with a dilemma upon recognizing that if Santa loses the case, his child and children worldwide would lose their faith in Christmas.

Characters Development
Michael is portrayed as a non-believer in Christmas magic while his daughter treasures the holiday's spirit. As the case advances, his belief system gets challenged. He starts questioning the value of fact over his child's happiness and the happiness of Christmas for children worldwide. As the trial unfolds, Michael starts to see the true significance of Christmas and finds Santa's role in cultivating hope and love amongst kids.

Likewise, Lauren, a captivating girl and Michael's love interest, likewise helps him value life's gifts. Her character enriches the plot, adding a romantic twinge to the story. Lauren concentrates on the favorable aspects of life and influences Michael's viewpoint about the court case against Santa.

The Final Verdict
In the last scenes, Michael's photographic abilities and Santa's authentic portrayal of the Christmas spirit assistance win the case, proving Santa's existence and, eventually, the case for Christmas. He establishes a distinct bond with Santa that surpasses their professional relationship as client and service provider. In the end, Michael ends up being a believer in the spirit of Christmas and Santa's wonderful persona, and he also revives his romance with Lauren. His improvement is a testament to the movie's underlying message-- keeping faith and hope alive.

Conclusion
"The Case for Christmas" artfully blends drama, love, and the holiday spirit, presenting an engaging storyline that explores faith and the essence of Christmas. The motion picture highlights the significance of hope, belief, magic, and love in life, signified by the character of Santa Claus. The characters' journey influences the audience to think in the magic of Christmas and the power of hope, making the film a must-watch throughout the holiday.

The film's central style, that not whatever can be explained away logically, and in some cases the 'magic' improvable aspects of life provide enormous happiness and wonder, resonates with both children and grownups. Regardless of the unusual premise of a court case versus Santa, the film prospers in using heartwarming entertainment filled with the Christmas spirit.

Top Cast

  • Dean Cain (small)
    Dean Cain
    Michael Sherman
  • Rachel Blanchard (small)
    Rachel Blanchard
    Lauren
  • George Buza (small)
    George Buza
    Kris Kringle
  • Barry Flatman (small)
    Barry Flatman
    Braxton Bennett
  • Krista Bridges (small)
    Krista Bridges
    Dina Smiger
  • Helen Colliander
    Lily Sherman
  • Dylan Roberts (small)
    Dylan Roberts
    Charlie Elfkin
  • Alan C. Peterson (small)
    Alan C. Peterson
    Judge Stewart
  • Joe Silvaggio (small)
    Joe Silvaggio
    Barney Gingerbread
  • Mike Petersen
    Dr. Evans
  • Katie Messina (small)
    Katie Messina
    nurse