Christmas with You

Christmas with You

Year: 2022

Runtime: 89 min

Language: English

Director: Gabriela Tagliavini

Echo Score: 58
ComedyRomanceFamily

A famous pop star, seeking a break from her demanding career, spends the Christmas season in a quaint Vermont town. While there, she unexpectedly connects with a handsome schoolteacher and his young daughter. As she rediscovers the joy of music and embraces the warmth of the community, she finds herself falling for the teacher and learning valuable lessons about love, family, and the true meaning of the holidays.

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1

Angelina's Pressure

Angelina Costa, a Latina pop singer-songwriter, feels immense pressure to remain relevant in the music industry. As discussions arise among her peers about her declining popularity, she is tasked by her record label executive Barry to create a Christmas song by the upcoming gala on Sunday.

2

The Impromptu Road Trip

Having a panic attack due to the pressure, Angelina decides to go on an impromptu road trip with her manager Monique. Their destination is north, where Angelina hopes to meet her teenage fan, Cristina Torres, who has a heartfelt wish to meet her.

3

Meeting Cristina

Using the geotagged video of Cristina's cover song, Angelina tracks her down at her high school. There, she meets Cristina and learns that her father Miguel is the school's music teacher, which presents a great opportunity for collaboration.

Cristina's high school
4

Dinner Invitation

As a snowstorm hits, Miguel invites Angelina and Monique to dinner at his home. Over a warm meal, both Angelina and Cristina discover they share the bond of having recently lost their mothers, deepening their connection.

Torres' home
5

Collaborating on Music

While at Miguel's home, Angelina stumbles upon a song Miguel has been writing on the piano. Inspired by his work, Angelina collaborates with him to enhance the song, reigniting her creative spirit.

Torres' home
6

Quinceañera Practice

Angelina accompanies Miguel and Cristina to a quinceañera practice, where they continue to develop the song. She also takes the time to help the teens with their choreography, which is soon recorded and shared on social media by Cristina's aunts.

Quinceañera practice location
7

Culinary Bonding

Back at the Torres' home, Angelina spends quality time with the family, preparing food together. This moment of camaraderie further strengthens their budding friendship as they share stories and laughs.

Torres' kitchen
8

Inspiration Strikes

While stuck on the chorus of the song, Miguel takes Angelina out to see the beautiful Christmas lights. The serene environment triggers new lyrics for her, and they spend the day completing the song, ending the night by falling asleep together in the living room.

Outside Miguel's home
9

Ricardo's Interruption

The peaceful moment is abruptly interrupted by Ricardo, Angelina's boyfriend, who knocks loudly on the front door. Using social media posts from Cristina's aunts to track her, he insists on taking her back to NYC for the gala.

Torres' home
10

Conflict with Ricardo

Back in NYC, Ricardo criticizes Angelina, suggesting she jeopardized their brand by spending time away. This leads to a reflection period for Angelina, who reluctantly agrees to maintain appearances in her relationship.

New York City
11

Gala Preparations

Monique arrives to collect Cristina and Miguel for the gala, providing them with formal wear. Angelina prepares to perform her new song, feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety about the event.

Gala venue
12

The Performance

On stage, Angelina introduces the song 'Christmas Without You' with Miguel by her side. Their heartfelt performance captivates the audience, marking a significant moment in her career.

Gala venue
13

After the Gala

In the lobby after their performance, Ricardo and Barry attempt to whisk Angelina away. In the midst of this, Cristina and Miguel start to leave, and Angelina struggles with her feelings for Miguel as she denies him a chance to tour with her.

Gala venue
14

Tough Decisions

Angelina receives an unexpected offer to appear on SNL on the same day as Cristina's quinceañera. Miguel reassures her that Cristina would understand her absence, leading to a difficult decision.

New York City
15

Surprise Return

In a surprising turn of events, Angelina decides to abandon her SNL appearance to attend Cristina's quinceañera. Her unexpected presence delights everyone, and she shares a romantic moment with Miguel, culminating in a kiss.

Quinceañera venue
16

Chart Success

The song 'Christmas Without You' reaches the top position on the charts, marking a significant achievement for Angelina. This success symbolizes her revival in the industry and the strong connection she forged during her journey.

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