First, please try to hire capable actors. I'm so sorry, but Natalie Hall can't act. (And don't get me started on the curled tendrils of hair that hang like Cocker Spaniel ears on either side of her head. Is that done by hair and makeup?? Please pluck that uni-brow!)
Secondly, please hire writers with at least one original thought. Seriously, at one point, it was evident the writers had Googled "sayings" and used those to write the dialogue.
Ted: "You know what they say (insert saying)." Angie: "Well, my Dad used to say (insert saying)."
Third, if you're going to use a talking parrot how about getting a parrot who actually talks instead of a lame voice actor. Do you really think we're buying that voice is the bird's?? Not for a second.
Fourth, please stop with the weird "trying to be funny/happy" dances or jumping around segments that only last seconds. They are NOT funny or engaging and it's excruciatingly obvious you're padding the time you can't fill. If only you had some original, creative content!!
I couldn't finish watching it. It made me cringe. I have more productive and actually enjoyable things to do. I would imagine you do, too.
I suggest you pass on this one. I wish I had. If you want to watch a much better Hallmark movie, watch "The Christmas Waltz," or nearly any Lacey Chabert movie.
Plot summary
Angie finds the condo of her dreams in a tight market but finds a macaw when she moves in and there is a strict no pet policy. Her neighbor Ted also has a dog. They band together to hide their secret pets.
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Who is writing this schlock??
Kind of silly but okay
Apparently, in Chicago you can't get three things: a job, a boyfriend and an apartment. Angie is lucky enough to get the last won, which she won in a lottery. There she meets Ted, who she is instantly attracted too. One day, a parrot flies into her apartment which has a no pet policy.
It was a cute, okay movie. Kind of silly, but enjoyable nonetheless. Natalie Hall is Hallmark leading lady material and she proves it time and time again. Our leading man was not bad either.
This story was original, not something we have seen before. I'm glad Hallmark is trying new things. I like that the story developed at a nice pace: first neighbours, then complicits, friends and then finally a love interest. The "villains" of the story are ok.
My favorite part was the ending. It is quite funny and wasn't expecting it. I won't watch it again but it definitely pushed me to watch more movies Natalie's in.
Fresh story and good lead actors
I can't think of a premise like this one. And it brings a lot of funny situations and physical comedy. The dialogue is good.
Natalie Hall has been hit or miss for me in past movies, but I liked her quite a lot in this one. Angie has a playful side and Hall does it well with a bit of showwomanship. I've seen Peter Mooney before in lighthearted roles and he's perfect for this. They have definite chemistry and good comedic timing.
The mystery bird provides the opportunity for a quest for Angie and Ted to figure out his story and hopefully where he belongs. And there's the constant efforts to hide the pets. You know how long that will stay secret.
I was a little surprised the two villains didn't overplay their parts. Melinda Michael did a good job as the strict landlord without going overboard. Joseph Kathrein wasn't quite as good as Kyle but could have been worse.
I was surprised at how much I liked this. I'm pretty sure I'll watch it again.