Let me summarize the entire experience: At first you might think that you accidentally clicked on a spiderman movie, but then you realize that the lead male isn't Tom Holland but someone who could easily pass as his brother (Kirk Barker). Next you are introduced to the female lead who can't manage to use a syrup bottle--- but then you realize that she purposely didn't squirt it because she and her sister grab the waffle like it was a hamburger, which begs the question, "Why was there a syrup bottle there in the first place?" The next thing you see is the ugliest painted tudor B&B that looks like it belongs in a Dr. Seuss book rather than in a cozy town. You come to learn that the prince (Kirk Barker) has a magical jacket that has the power to remove all snow and wetness whenever there is a camera cut. (Serious voice now) Probably the best part of the movie happens an hour into it where a 17 year old gives sage words of advice. I take that kind of advice and back it 100% in real life. (back to slight-sarcastic review voice) In the big romantic date scene where the main female character get's her "all about her" narcissistic moment- you are suddenly pulled out of the fantasy world by a "fake violin" playing that is so fake that while you can forget about syrup and a trite story, and the fact that these character's will probably get married after 3 days of knowing each other, you just can't get over the fakeness of the violin playing. The insult to injury comes in the form of a few lame flash-back montages that only seem to work in korean dramas. They just don't really help in this movie. The final pan up in the movie is pretty lame too. So, was there anything else good in the movie? Yes actually. It was refreshing to watch a "christmasee romance movie" where the lead male character isn't some cardboard one-dimensional object but rather an actual human being with character development. In fact, it seems like both characters learn a bit from one another (as good couples do). Acting was also pretty decent and dialogue was good-enough. Overall, not a bad movie, not a good movie. Just meh

Yes timing is everything and I picked the right time to watch this amazingly good Christmas show, DO NOT pay any attention to any bad reviews. The Prince and Emma really seemed made for each other , BUT then were they, Hmmmm Watch and see. James Welch Henderson, Arkansas 11/24/2020

'A Prince for Christmas' was watched with fairly mixed expectations. Despite the whole royalty and commoner story in a Christmas setting is not novel territory and was used many times since by particularly Hallmark with variable success. It did though sound like a charming pleasant diversion if done right, regardless of lack of originality and budget, as long as expectations weren't too high and people bear in mind that this is not meant to be Oscar-worthy material.

Seeing 'A Prince for Christmas' myself with an open mind, while not finding it great it is also not horrible. Am not going to say that it is not devoid of fairly major flaws, as that is not the case, but considering that the advertising was pretty cheesy 'A Prince for Christmas' turned out to be a lot better than the advertising and the title (which is a giveaway enough to not expect too much) suggest. It knew what it set out to do and does it in a way that is above average on the whole.

There are plenty of good things here. The settings and costumes are quite nice, as is the nostalgic-sounding soundtrack. While the direction is not exceptional, it does well at giving some vim to unoriginal material, doesn't get too heavy and manages to get well above average performances from most of the cast. The story is not perfect or mind-blowing, but has a warm heart and a genuinely cute charm.

Most of the performances are above average, and even good in the case of some, and the characters have personality and appealing ones. The two lead characters also have growth to them rather than too perfect from the start or difficult to like throughout. Aaron O'Connell has fun in his role and just about avoids making his quite stock character annoying generally. Brittany Beery gives the best supporting performance, being a life-filled breath of fresh air without overdoing it.

Kirk Barber starts off a little uptight perhaps, a lot of it is down to the writing, but once he becomes more comfortable he is very engaging and has a genuine and natural chemistry with Viva Bianca. Who is wonderful here and the best thing about 'A Prince for Christmas', have not a female lead this likeable, sensitive or charming (without being too nice) for any Christmas film in some time.

Did think however that there were debits. A lot of the dialogue is too thick on the cheese and doesn't always flow and despite not being bland the story is not much different from most films of this type with a too neat ending.

Will agree that Todd's aggression is a bit over the top on occasion, though it didn't bother me as much. Not all the acting is great, Kelly LeBrock's performance does lack subtlety and dignity (which are my idea of what her character should be like, personal preference) and she is not always at ease. While the settings are nice, the way the film is photographed and edited cheapen them. Some of the camerawork in particular is flat and disorganised.

Overall, just above the average mark and a lot better than expected despite some issues. 6/10.