Common Sense Media Review
By Kat Halstead
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Lackluster Christmas romcom has drinking, moderate language.
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Lost at Christmas
What's the Story?
In LOST AT CHRISTMAS, Jen (Natalie Clark) and Rob (Kenny Boyle) travel to the Scottish Highlands to spend Christmas with their respective partners. But when their trips don't turn out as planned and their relationships fall apart, they find themselves stuck in an unfamiliar place in the middle of a snowstorm, with little hope of getting home. Begrudgingly they agree to pool their resources and drive to Glasgow. But severe weather strands them in a small village, where they slowly thaw each other's clothes and hearts.
Is It Any Good?
A painfully predictable plot, clunky script, and general lack of energy give this generic holiday film a lackluster feel. Even as characters are forced apart, come together, and get lost in the snow, the story never quite hits its highs and lows convincingly enough to create much drama or emotional investment.
Highland snowscapes look naturally beautiful, and scenes in the pub might have been good fun if the movie leaned into the off-kilter quirkiness of the landlord and locals with a little more spirit. Even what should be the joyful relief of a Christmas celebration never musters up much of a festive feel, leaving the overall experience lacking the sparkle a holiday movie like this so desperately needs.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how Jen and Rob's relationship develops in Lost at Christmas. How does their behavior change during the movie? How do our past experiences shape our behavior toward others?
Discuss some of the language used in the movie. Does it seem necessary or excessive? What does it contribute to the movie?
How is drinking portrayed in the movie? Are there consequences? Why is that important?
How does this movie compare to other Christmas movies you have seen?
Movie Details
- In theaters : December 4, 2020
- On DVD or streaming : December 7, 2020
- Cast : Natalie Clark , Kenny Boyle , Sylvester McCoy
- Director : Ryan Hendrick
- Studio : Blue Finch Films Releasing
- Genre : Romance
- Topics : Holidays
- Run time : 100 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : September 29, 2025
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