The National Tree (2009)

The National Tree (2009) (DVD) (*)

$20.99

Screened, competed or awarded at:
Other Film Festival Awards

Language Selections:
Dutch ( Subtitles )
English ( Dolby Digital 2.0 )

Product Origin/Format:
Netherlands ( PAL/Region 2 )

Running Time:
90 min

Aspect Ratio:
Widescreen (1.78:1)

Special Features:
Interactive Menu
Scene Access

Movie filmed in 2009 and produced in:
United States ( USA, Canada )

Directed By:
Graeme Campbell

Written By:
David Kranes
Lloyd Fonvielle

Actors:
Andrew McCarthy ..... Corey Burdock
Evan Williams ..... Rock Burdock
Kari Matchett ..... Faith
Paula Brancati ..... Katie
Jayne Eastwood ..... Lana
Ted Atherton ..... Aaron
Craig Eldridge ..... Jim
Trent McMullen ..... Hank
Vas Saranga ..... Ash
Amanda Joy Lim ..... Ming
Kristina Nicoll ..... Belinda
Jean Daigle ..... Eddie
B.J. McQueen ..... Trucker
Bubba ..... Dc Police Officer
Joanne Reece ..... Secretary

Synopsis:

The movie is told mostly from the perspective of teenager and aspiring filmmaker Rock ("DeGrassi: The Next Generation's" Evan Williams), whose dad, Corey (Andrew McCarthy), planted a Sitka Spruce tree back when he was born. Widowed and afraid of losing his adventure-minded kid to the world, Corey initially balks when told his son has won a toy-company-backed promotion to have his tree designated the National Tree for a White House tree-lighting ceremony in Washington, relenting solely on the condition that they drive the tree there together.

Drawing from the rich legacy of father-son road movies to pave over its narrative gaps, "The National Tree" is an unabashedly patriotic and one might even say sappy holiday-themed yarn about when an overprotective dad has to let go. The main problem in this feel-good, coming-of-age Hallmark Channel affair is concocting enough drama to sustain the story for the duration, but the earnest tone yields a smooth if predictable journey.

This product was added to our catalog on Sunday 03 October, 2021.