American Christmas (2019)

American Christmas Poster

It took another ruined Christmas dinner to make Martha finally realize: her kids are jerks. Daughter, Penny is a 42-year old bully who's still letting Prom Queen go to her head. Son, Danny, 57 is a scam artist who owes the state more than he could sell his organs for. To top it off, Martha's husband has washed his hands of the whole mess. While she's sweeping up the shattered china, he's upstairs watching "It's a Wonderful Life" in his underwear. But this Christmas, Martha has had enough. With the help of her grandson, Sully, Martha is determined to make each of her family members face their ghosts of Christmas past. Will three surprise guests inspire them to turn their lives around? Or will this gift be a Pandora's Box you can't re-wrap? And what happens when Martha gets a taste of her own Christmas medicine? Find out whether Martha's plans will bring her family together or truly tear them all apart. Either way it is sure to be A Very Odd Christmas.

Summary:
"American Christmas" is a 2019 holiday-themed movie directed by James Intveld and written by Denise Stoklosa. The comedy revolves around an inefficient household that magically discovers themselves stuck in their home, in the days leading up to Christmas. The holidays get even more chaotic when they have no way out due to a spell that locks your house down.

Main Plot:
The primary plot of "American Christmas" hinges upon the character Mama Taylor, played by Eugenia Kuzmina, who ends up being annoyed with her household's disunity. Tired of the constant bickering, she orders a wonderful accessory from a weird online ad that assures to help bring families back together. But when the accessory shows up, things do not go as planned. Rather of bringing the household together, the talisman ends up locking everyone inside your house until they can resolve their disputes.

Characters:
The Taylor household is comprised of various characters. Each member has their unique eccentricities and traits, making the movie an authentic representation of an inefficient household with Mama Taylor at the helm, trying to maintain the sanity of the family. Other characters include the rowdy children, the aloof father, and their crazy uncle, whose off-the-wall antics contribute to the humor of the story.

Conflict and Resolution:
As the movie progresses, the trials and tribulations of being stuck for an indefinite duration in a restricted area form the main conflict in "American Christmas". The family is forced to confront long-standing concerns, such as unresolved grudges, misconceptions, and old arguments, all while commemorating the holidays in an unorthodox way.

In this setting, where interaction is inevitable, the relative work through their issues. Their journey is filled with humor, drama, outbursts, and minutes of understanding. The film offers a fresh take on the theme of love and unity in a household during the holiday season.

Ultimately, it is the household's capability to accept each other's flaws, paired with the spirit of Christmas, that uses resolution to their obstinate situation. The wonderful ornament unlocks the house, setting them complimentary only after their concerns are settled, and the family lastly ends up being more caring and accepting, just as Mama Taylor intended.

Conclusion:
"American Christmas" is a lighthearted comedy that center around the concept of family unity during the most fantastic time of the year. While the facility might be absurd and the comedy often gaudy, the motion picture operates in its own enjoyable, unusual method. After all, it's a film about a household uncovering the value of being together, the appeal of the holiday season, incorporating a subtle fact that in many households, every day may not be ideal, however love will constantly prevail. The spirit of the film draws from our collective experiences of disorderly and rather crazy family vacation events. It's this relatability that adds an appeal to the motion picture, making it an enjoyable look for the holiday season.

Top Cast

  • Tara Reid (small)
    Tara Reid
    Penny
  • Robert Carradine (small)
    Robert Carradine
    Danny
  • John Ashton (small)
    John Ashton
    Rob
  • Ben Solenberger (small)
    Ben Solenberger
    Sully
  • Marcia Rodd (small)
    Marcia Rodd
    Martha
  • Clint Howard (small)
    Clint Howard
    Lee
  • Fred Stoller (small)
    Fred Stoller
    Hanki
  • Stuart Pankin (small)
    Stuart Pankin
    Jim
  • Rhomeyn Johnson (small)
    Rhomeyn Johnson
    Santa Claus
  • Karen Baughn
    Nancy
  • Sara Ballantine (small)
    Sara Ballantine
    Annie