Gliding through snowy streets, a young girl’s errand transforms into a heartwarming journey of kindness and connection. This animated Christmas movie evokes compassion, generosity, and the spirit of the holidays. With visual storytelling that mirrors a musical suite, it invites families into a peaceful world where silent moments speak loudest. Voice actor Hannah Alyea lends her talent to this serene holiday tale.
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Review by Julie C. Sheppard:
The short, Faith and the Christmas Star, warms the heart in the cold of a winter setting. The animation is delightful, from the design of bright festive decorations to the delicious looking treats in a local bakery, to the snow-covered winter wonderland throughout much of the piece. The Christmas star subtly appears at various moments in the film, especially representative of love for family and, of course, of the famous star of Bethlehem.
The score below the action accompanies the lead’s long journey to deliver a precious letter. Music is often joyful and rousing complete with peals of church bells and jingle bells while, at other points, it issues a sombre tone. In line with the season, favourite Christmas melodies often resound with expressive piano and a palate of other orchestral instruments.
The sweet narrative is segmented into several distinct scenes, each revealing the young girl’s trials and tribulations, including flashbacks of sadness and regret about her past treatment of her beloved grandmother, to a sense of joy and rebirth with her discovery of the adorable puppies. Another jubilant resolution is the fact that letters are finally both sent and received, of course with envelopes adorned with the thematic star. The Christmas story of the birth of Jesus is beautifully presented with the help of fine animation, and the talents of an expressive narrator. Overall, this magical tale banishes the cold with a nurturing, loving warmth.
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