The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey (2007)

The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey (2007)
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Tom Berenger and Joely Richardson star in this live-action adaptation of Susan Wojciechowski's beloved children's tome, The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey. The fable centers around two lonely, broken people. Jonathan Toomey (Berenger) is a woodcutter who buried his ability to love when he lost his wife and child in a horrid accident, and thus earned the nickname Gloomy at the hands of misunderstanding local children. Thomas McDowell (newcomer Luke Ward-Wilkinson) watched quietly as the death of his father ripped away his childhood innocence - and destroyed his world. Now, Thomas's single mother, Susan (Richardson) must sell their urban home and move, son-in-tow, into the countryside to live with her sister. When Thomas grows virtually inconsolable over the loss of a wooden manger scene bequeathed to him by his dad, Susan asks Jonathan to carve a new one for the young boy. In time, a most unexpected friendship blossoms between Thomas and the old woodcutter, that heals the wounds and melts the heart of each broken soul. ~ Nathan Southern, Rovi

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Starring:
Tom BerengerJoely Richardson, (more)
Director(s):
Bill Clark
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey

Tom Berenger and Joely Richardson star in this live-action adaptation of Susan Wojciechowski's beloved children's tome, The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey. The fable centers around two lonely, broken people. Jonathan Toomey (Berenger) is a woodcutter who buried his ability to love when he lost his wife and child in a horrid accident, and thus earned the nickname Gloomy at the hands of misunderstanding local children. Thomas McDowell (newcomer Luke Ward-Wilkinson) watched quietly as the death of his father ripped away his childhood innocence - and destroyed his world. Now, Thomas's single mother, Susan (Richardson) must sell their urban home and move, son-in-tow, into the countryside to live with her sister. When Thomas grows virtually inconsolable over the loss of a wooden manger scene bequeathed to him by his dad, Susan asks Jonathan to carve a new one for the young boy. In time, a most unexpected friendship blossoms between Thomas and the old woodcutter, that heals the wounds and melts the heart of each broken soul. ~ Nathan Southern, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
91 mins

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Director(s):
Bill Clark
Writer(s):
Bill Clark
Producer(s):
Thomas MattinsonPhilippe MartinezAlan Latham
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    Adrian M.

    This is a nice, family friendly feelgood movie. The plot is very simple - it seems almost like a TV movie. Its not bad and certainly gets you in the mood for Christmas!

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    Jo G.

    A heart-warming story about the power of kindness and consideration; also a good lesson about not always trusting your first impressions. Definitely family friendly. How refreshing.

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    Cindy M.

    Great family film with a positive message. Reminder, especially this time of year, that giving to others isn't about a price tag and that initial impressions are not always correct.... Nice holiday addition.

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