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An Evergreen Christmas

An Evergreen Christmas

Representation Score

2.0/10

Limited

2014

PG

Director

Jeremy Culver

Runtime

98 minutes

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An Evergreen Christmas is a traditional holiday story that focuses on sentimentality and established cultural norms. The film's structure reinforces these norms rather than challenging them. While it features a female lead who drives the plot, the themes are deeply rooted in classic American values and traditions.

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Category Breakdown

Does An Evergreen Christmas have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows typical romantic storylines common in holiday movies. It does not include any non-binary gender identities or narratives that question the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.

How does An Evergreen Christmas portray gender?

Fair

Evie Lee is a main character who plays a significant role in driving the story. Her journey follows a traditional path of fulfilling family duties and achieving personal milestones.

How racially and ethnically diverse is An Evergreen Christmas?

Limited

The film includes Booboo Stewart, adding some racial diversity to the cast. However, the setting depicts a more homogeneous image of rural America.

How does An Evergreen Christmas represent religion and culture?

Limited

The narrative emphasizes traditional Western values and the importance of the nuclear family. It prioritizes preserving family businesses and seasonal traditions.

Does An Evergreen Christmas include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no visible or invisible disabilities mentioned or central to the character arcs.

Present on Screen

  • The film features a female protagonist who plays a significant role in managing her family's estate and career.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks representation of LGBTQ+ identities or perspectives that question the assumption that everyone is straight or cisgender.
  • The themes rely heavily on traditional Western values and conventional domestic milestones.
  • There is no evidence of disability representation within the character arcs.

Official Synopsis

Leaving her seemingly glamorous Hollywood life on hold, Evie Lee is forced to return to her small hometown of Balsam Falls, Tennessee and her family's once-thriving Christmas tree farm to attend her father’s unexpected funeral. As the eldest sibling, she finds herself executor of an estate that owes a massive inheritance tax, much to her younger brother's dismay. Torn between pursuing her music career and saving her family's legacy, she must decide what it really means to find her place in the world. Charleene Closshey stars amidst a colorful cast including Robert Loggia, Tyler Ritter, Booboo Stewart and Naomi Judd in this heart-warming musical holiday tale about facing your past, rediscovering your voice, and fulfilling your dreams.

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