Christmas Shoes
The holiday is always one of tradition, compassion and reflection on the passing year. TV specials like Shoes that was released in 2002, captures these feelings. While the movie is not as familiar a story to most holiday movie fans because it is relatively new and not yet a classic, it has a dynamic and heart wrenching story line. The incredible cast features Rob Lowe and Kimberly Williams, along with Maria del Mar, Max Morrow, and Hugh Thompson.
The Story Line
Two stories run simultaneously throughout this plot line which is unique for TV specials who typically are more simple and straightforward. The first part of the story plot revolves around a music teacher whose young and vibrant spirit is dampened after discovering a heart condition will lead to her premature death. The family has little money but her son tries to get her special shoes for Christmas. The second plot tells the story of a wife and husband and how their marriage is drifting apart. The husband- Robert- experiences the death of his mother and it starts to change his focus. He switches gears and starts to take his relationship with his wife to heart in order to save it.
The Shoes is one of the best TV specials for families to share together. The emotions range from heart wrenching to reminiscent to heart warming. The Shoes movie is also has a soundtrack available which is unique for TV specials. The movie is popular worldwide and has audiences hoping for a sequel. The innovative movie can be sad and emotional, but it tells about the true meaning of and why the spirit is so important.
Some of the reasons Shoes is a favorite among TV specials is because it tells the story of love, life and the importance of family. In the genre of TV specials, Shoes is certainly considered a classic alongside many other TV specials. Many viewers can see themselves in Rob Lowe’s character as the lawyer with a failing marriage. His character has failed in his life but succeeded in his career. It isn’t until the death of his mother that he evaluates his priorities. TV specials are notorious for bringing out the part of us that needs to realize what is important and Shoes is no exception.
Christmas Shoes is a Perfect Family Movie
There are many TV specials to enjoy with your family and friends during the holiday season but Shoes is truly a wonderful movie for an entire family to enjoy. The one message repeatedly conveyed in shoes is quality family time with your loved ones. Make Shoes part of your family holiday movie viewing tradition. It will remind people where they need to keep their focus and how to show their love to the ones that matter most.
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