Menorah in the Middle

I didn't expect much and yet I was disappointed. It could have been done so so much better but alas. There are not many jewish sappy cheap-romance movies so every one of it is watched upon and expected to be at least at the lever of the Hallmark Christmas ones. So it was even more sadder that this one was so boring and slow. The idea is nice, and with just a little more enthusiasm it could be much funnier but I just could't last more than half an hour (and I usually like these movies).

The actors are many "relative of..." which makes me thinking that they did it as a favour to someone or were blackmailed into doing so.

Although the Menorah in the Middle is an old, clichéd Hallmark movie featuring a portrait of Hanukkah and Jewish customs, this one is really brilliant, particularly in its casting. The leading pair makes a perfect couple, despite they are appearing more like an elder sister and brother. And the storyline was great! Even the slow-paced bore scenes were enjoyable throughout the film , and I found myself fully immersed in the scenes which lacked emotions in it. The actors appears to be miscasting, but it was well covered with their poor efforts to show that there is something in this movie which no one can understand.

I loved this movie. First LOL was when the busker sang about the "goy". I found the dialogue to be funny and the singing narrator hilarious. I love Jewish and Yiddish culture, which is why I searched for "Hanukkah " ( not easy to know how best to spell it in search!) looking for something a little different for the holiday season. It is a made for streaming movie, so keep your expectations appropriate, but I enjoyed it very much!

The setting in the "S. V." neighborhood was great. The characters were fun, well developed and not too over done. I liked how Chad was a frat bro with an accent, no explanation needed.

Watch it!

This movie is every bit as good as its Xmas counterparts - and better than many of those I have seen! The acting wasn't unbearable, the jokes were corny but obviously intentionally so, and I thought the story was well-paced.

If you're looking for a "rom com" this may not fit the bill but I would argue that these movies rarely do. Romantic, sure, but hardly comedies outside of a sprinkling of comic relief.

I must concede that the leads were both kind of spineless and hard to root for. However, I thought the story itself was interesting, the parents and brother were compelling characters, and even Chad had me wondering what his deal actually was (up until his "win win" scene).

I also enjoyed the dreidel game scene, the guest stars, and the b story of the brother.

I wasn't a fan of the weird lighting and did think it seemed like they went a little overboard with making Jewish references or jokes, but knowing how limited specifically Jewish movies are I feel like this may be the cause. Either creators haven't quite figured out the formula or audiences used to being inundated with Christmas and Christian references are more sensitive to Jewish references.

Enjoyed this movie so much! Cute light hearted film for the family highly recommended! Sarah Silverman especially added a nice sense of comedy. The movie highlights the truth about how hospitals destroy small business in America, and shines light on this tragic issue. My heart sincerely goes out to anyone experiencing this. Love seeing all the Jewish geography and how it ended up saving the day. Grab your family and some latkes and sit tight for 1:27.5 minutes because your in for a delightful Chanukah treat!

P. S. Sarah Silverman if you are reading this at night before bed please don't drink water after 7:00. Thank you!