In a town not so far away and a time not so long ago, baby Rose was left at Greenwoods Orphanage, where Mrs. Harley (Nancy Stafford) and the children under her care became the young child's family. But when tragedy strikes, Rose (Bailee Johnson) loses the only home she has ever known and is abruptly shipped to Irongates - a place that seems as cold and cruel as her previous home was kind. The strict headmaster, Mr. Crampton (Edward Herrmann), makes sure all the children are punished for any infraction of his rules, but he is especially hard on Rose, who he immediately seems to dislike. When Rose learns that every Christmas Mr. Crampton's generous brother gives oranges to each child, she waits in eager anticipation. She's sure it must be the most delicious treat in the world. However, on Christmas morning, Rose is devastated when she learns Mr. Crampton is punishing her again. But Christmas is a time of miracles. Share a slice of Christmas sweetened with friendship in this poignant Christmas story based on a classic holiday tale.

Acting: 4.5; Theme: 5.0; Content: 5.0; Language: 5.0; Overall: 4.5

Rose (Bailee Michele Johnson) loses her orphan mother, Mrs. Hartley (Nancy Stafford) to influenza and is sent to another home where she must learn to live with Mr. Crampton (Edward Herrmann), the harsh headmaster, and several other unruly children. Mr. Crampton struggles with the separation from his daughter, Grace. Rose is befriended by Emily (Savana Kylie Lewis), another orphan girl and grows in friendship with Joe (Bruce Newbold), Mr. Crampton's brother. Excitement and joy awaits when each child receives a Christmas orange. Mr. Crampton receives a special Christmas gift himself in this heartwarming film. Highly recommend.

***November 29, 2022*** ( )