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A NutcrAcker Christmas

posted 8 years ago by iamfredburkle
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Amy's new Hallmark movie is almost biographical. Her character gave up ballet, too but in this case no spiders were involved.

An official description from Hallmark:

A Nutcracker Christmas

When her niece is cast in The Philadelphia Ballet’s production of the Nutcracker, a jaded ex-ballerina is forced to come to terms with the life and love she left behind. Stars Amy Acker, Sascha Radetsky and Sophia Lucia.

Videos:

— Rehearsal with Judy Rice https://www.instagram.com/p/BLg6YPSFj3y/

— behind the scenes, promo and Q&A http://www.hallmarkchannel.com/a-nutcracker-christmas/videos

— Amy's Q&A from Facebook Live (Dec.9) 
(facebook)https://www.facebook.com/hallmarkchannel/videos/10153955780596050/
youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnKQt6Nn9W4

— Home & Family interview http://www.hallmarkchannel.com/home-and-family/videos/amy-acker-interview-home-family
— more Home & Family this time with Sarah Michelle Gellar and brownies http://www.hallmarkchannel.com/home-and-family/videos/brownie-tree-pops-home-family
— more Home & Family http://www.hallmarkchannel.com/home-and-family/videos/diy-barn-boxwood-tabletop-tree-home-family

Photos:
— ANC screening on Dec.5 in LA http://www.amy-acker.org/gallery/thumbnails.php?album=803

— Behind the scenes http://www.amy-acker.org/gallery/thumbnails.php?album=797

— Production stills http://www.amy-acker.org/gallery/thumbnails.php?album=791

— Buffy meets Illyria from SMG's facebook https://www.facebook.com/sarahmichellegellar/photos/a.933802809984767.1073741828.931278693570512/1348798645151846/?type=3&source=48

+ Katherine Barrell's (plays AA's sister) interview mostly about Amy only good things https://t.co/ZI64N2htEu
+ Sophia Lucia interview http://teenplicity.com/sophia-lucia-talks-a-nutcracker-christmas/
+ Sascha Radetsky's interview http://dancemagazine.com/views/sascha-radetsky-talks-a-nutcracker-christmas/

A very good piece about movie from Inquisitr http://www.inquisitr.com/3781632/a-nutcracker-christmas-hallmark-mesmerizes-with-beloved-ballet-in-spectacular-holiday-movie-event/

(old info)
THE NUTCRACKER (working title)
Premieres: Dec. 10, 9 p.m
Starring: Amy Acker, Sascha Radetsky
Official logline: “Rising star, Lilly James lives and breathes ballet. Her sister, Beth, is not only her biggest fan but often forgoes her own needs to make sure Lilly has every opportunity possible. Lilly’s devotion pays off when she is accepted into the New York City Ballet. Her biggest dream comes true when she lands the lead role of Clara in The Nutcracker and will make her debut on Christmas Eve. As she prepares for her big night, she receives the tragic news that her sister has died. She is removed from the show by none other than Mark, her boyfriend and dance partner. Betrayed and heartbroken, she vows never to dance again. Years later, Lilly’s niece receives the same Christmas wish, the role of Clara in the prestigious Philadelphia Nutcracker Ballet, only to find that the Ballet Director is Mark, who betrayed Lilly years ago. Will Lilly see the truth about her past, and allow herself a second chance to dance and another chance to find love?”
Source: http://www.ew.com/article/2016/09/13/holiday-christmas-movies-hallmark-channel

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[–] danversco 8 years ago

Girl's got to eat.

[–] iamfredburkle 8 years ago

/optimism mode on

At least judging by the logline it sounds like this movie might make some sense after all. Dramatic premise combined with Amy's comedy/drama skills, also BALLET!
The other new movies from the list seem like a standard cheesy hallmark-y crap but this one is different.

/optimism mode off

When will she finally get a role worthy of her talent? UGH I can't take this any more 😢

[–] iamfredburkle 8 years ago

She's going to dance in the movie. WE WILL SEE HER DOING SOME BALLET OK GIVE IT TO ME RIGHT NOW

https://www.instagram.com/p/BKvoGjgD_ML/

[–] jabell 8 years ago

She impersonated a ballerina in an episode of Person of Interest.

[–] iamfredburkle 8 years ago

Yeah but she was only dressed up as a ballerina poi never bothered to show her doing Ballet.
What am I saying? poi didn't even care to spend more time with Root when she was dying they wasted too much time on harry stinch this worthless turd in glasses speaking his idiotic speech. Screw person of interest screw harold and screw nolan.

[–] jabell 8 years ago

Amy was absolutely amazing in the role. She does not look 40--far from it. She had absolutely lovely port de bras; her hands, arms, even fingers were absolutely gorgeous. She did a little dancing on pointe and looked very steady on her feet. I do think for some of the more difficult steps a double was used, but it was hard to tell. Amy Acker never fails to amaze. Bravo, Amy!

Boo Hoo! Let me wipe away the tears with my PLASTIC hand!--Lindsey McDonald (Angel)

[–] iamfredburkle 8 years ago

Well, it's The Amy Acker so I wasn't surprised. She's very gifted and talented actress and it seems like she can do anything. It's a shame she isn't more famous and never had a big leading role.