One day, Jeronicus receives the final component to his latest invention. A piece that will bring a matador doll come to life. His name is Don Juan. Jeronicus believes that the doll will help change the lives of many people. But Don Juan fears that mass-producing him will compromise his uniqueness. So the doll manipulates Jeronicus's apprentice, Gustafson, to scheme against his master.
Gustafson steals Jeronicus's book of inventions. Robbing poor Jeronicus of the passion to create new toys.
Years later, Gustafson is now a well-known toymaker. Meanwhile. Jeronicus lost his perfect life. His wife died, and his daughter went away. Now he's on the brink of losing his shop forever. Unless he hands in a revolutionary invention he once promised to the bank. Unfortunately, nothing is working.
Until, he gets a very special visit from his estranged granddaughter, Journey. Who is also a passionate inventor, and a believer.
"Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey" message is to believe in yourself. Believing is the most important component of success. Regardless of how talented a person is, without trust and confidence, things will fail.
The film also highlights the importance and definition of family. Family is sometimes isn't all about blood. It's sometimes those who stay with you when everything's lost. Jeronicus's savior may be Journey, but it's actually the side characters who stood by him.
Every aspect of the director's David E. Talbert film is magical and harmonious. From the opening number of "This Day" to the very affecting duet "Make It Work", it keeps on getting better every track.
"Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey" lets the audience experience its wonders. Talbert captured the essence and soul of Christmas with its whimsicality. A magical movie for everyone to enjoy!
4.5/5
