The Christmas Candle

Movie

2013

1h 40m

English

Drama, Family

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6.4

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Deep in the heart of the English countryside lies the enchanting village of Gladbury. Legend has it every 25 years an angel visits the village candlemaker and touches a single candle. Whoever lights this candle receives a miracle on Christmas Eve. But in 1890, at the dawn of...

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The Christmas Candle

Movie

2013

1h 40m

English

Drama, Family

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Cast

David Richmond

Emily Barstow

Bea Haddington

Edward Haddington

Herbert Hopewell

Eleanor Hopewell

Lady Camdon

William Barstow

Charlie

Orphan Sarah

Old Man

Agnes Chumley

Dr. Clem

Mrs. Clem

Mrs. Chumley

Delilah Barber

Widow Leonard

Mrs. Finch

Mrs. Bickerton

Ruth

Miss Foster

Mrs. Haddington 1690

The Angel

Thomas Haddington

Hardy Collins

Directed By: John Stephenson

Written By: Candace Lee, Eric Newman

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james011764 says...

10 years ago

this one for the family great story had me in tears.

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r96sk says...

12 months ago

You know what, pretty good! Weird, but holds some charm. 'The Christmas Candle' is rather religious-y, though I think it strikes a fine balance for the majority... until they deep dive into it with the ending admittedly, but as a full-blown atheist I can let it pass as it's a conclusion that stills works in film terms to be fair. The cast are a nicely chosen bunch. Hans Matheson stands out most in the lead role, while James Cosmo supports ably - as do Lesley Manville, Sylvester McCoy and Samantha Barks. Interesting to see Susan Boyle appear in her acting debut, she's clearly not an actress though her performance is alright - a likeable onscreen presence, at worst.

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jarvis-8243417 says...

3 years ago

Based on the Max Lucardo novel, The Christmas Candle is an inspirational period drama. The story follows a faithless priest who’s beliefs are challenged when he accepts a position in a village that has a peculiar tradition of gifting a magic candle at Christmas that’s been blessed by an angel and has the power to answer prayer. A number of changes have been made from the book to focus more on the priest and his relationship to several parishioners. The acting’s a little weak, but is able to deliver some touching and dramatic moments. And the costumes and sets do a good job at creating an authentic look and feel for 19th century England. The Christmas Candle isn’t without its problems, but overall is a compelling film about faith.

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TrentTX

6 years ago

This is a very satisfying Christmas movie. There are too many characters and a few confusing plot lines, but overall, viewers will not be disappointed. Hearing Susan Boyle's incredible voice is an added bonus. The final resolution will put everyone in a good mood and ready to spread some Christm More

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