Faith in the Flames: The Nichole Jolly Story – Review

Faith in the Flames: The Nichole Jolly Story – Lifetime – 2 hours and 0 minutes

Nurse Nichole’s husband, Nick, wishes her a happy early birthday after she referees an argument between their sons, Jordan and Logan. Nichole’s mother, Heidi, visits before Nichole’s shift. Nichole wants Heidi to work at her hospital, but Heidi rejects the offer. Heidi doesn’t believe her daughter is a team player. Nick reminds Nichole that Jordan has a game today. She’s missed every game of the season after promising she would make one. Nichole wants to focus on her patients, but agrees to take Jordan to school.

Nichole and Jordan stop at a local restaurant. She overhears a call on firefighter John’s walkie-talkie. The dispatcher alerts him to smoke near the transmission towers. He assures her that everything is okay. Jordan leaves with friends, and Nichole goes to work. Nichole hears about the fire but continues to care for her patients. Then, Heidi calls. She encourages Nichole to leave immediately because the fire is coming. Nichole calls Nick and pleads with him to leave the lumber yard. They agree to meet at home and wait as a family. Nichole doesn’t know it, but she, her family, and the residents of Paradise are about to encounter the deadliest wildfire in California history.

This film is stupendously shot, scripted, and cast. Nichole starts as bland and short-sighted. However, she prefers to work alone while putting her patients first. This attitude serves Nichole well under pressure. Viewers will watch in fear as the Jollys battle fire, explosions, and tornadoes. They experience survivor’s guilt and a test of their fight-or-flight response. It’s admirable to watch Nichole and her colleagues work in literal hell. They put themselves in danger to get supplies for their patients and help them maintain their dignity. You will say a quiet prayer for every person on screen. As they drive through the fire, the camera angles allow you to see the devastation around them while witnessing the horror on their faces. It’s the definition of terror. The picture concludes with the resulting destruction. And the nightmare is ongoing. 

I give it 5 out of 5 stars

Everybody’s at an 11, can we take it down to a 3 – Nichole

I hate it when you refer to me as your horse. -Nick

You’re being ridiculous for no reason – Heidi

Easier for who – Logan

You know I’m too stubborn to die – Karen

Should we sing it again? – Jordan

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What Hides in Silence – Review

What Hides in Silence – LMN – 2 hours and 0 minutes

ASL Interpreter Tiffany is nervous about starting her new job at the local high school. She still thinks about the day she lost a student, Leo, two years ago. Tiffany didn’t see Leo run into the street. Unfortunately, she mistakenly yelled at Leo to move, but he was deaf. A truck struck him, and he died. For two years, Tiffany has lived in her sister’s home with Leah and her future brother-in-law, Ryan. Tiffany vows to look for a place to live soon.

Tiffany arrives at the high school, and Principal Warren greets her. Warren informs Tiffany that she will be interpreting for a senior named Amy during summer school. Amy was a superb student until she lost her hearing after an infection. Amy’s father, Craig, is on the school board and pulled strings for Tiffany to come to the school. Amy’s mother, Natalie, has fired the last five interpreters and doesn’t believe they will prepare Amy for the harsh world.

Tiffany tries to connect to Amy, but Amy pushes her away. Feeling like a failure, Tiffany walks to her car. Someone cracks the front windshield with a rock. Tiffany spots a note affixed to the rock. It warns Tiffany to quit. Later, Amy runs to the bathroom to cry, and bullies follow. One of the bullies, Brie, tries to console her old friend. However, Amy doesn’t understand and shoves Brie, striking her face. The principal punishes Brie and Amy with a 3-day suspension.

After school, Craig spies Tiffany with a bike and offers her a ride home. He appreciates the time Tiffany spends with Amy and hopes Tiffany will become a part of the family. Tiffany checks on her bike and discovers the chain is missing. She attempts to ride it with another bike’s chain but hurts herself. She pushes the bike up the hill when Natalie yells at Tiffany from her car. Tiffany finally stops and converses with Natalie. Natalie offers Tiffany a ride. Natalie locks Tiffany inside the vehicle and warns to keep Amy on track or else. She unlocks the door and lets Tiffany out. Tiffany prays she can focus on Amy. However, someone is following Tiffany and plotting revenge.

Tiffany is an annoyingly complex character. She gets several warnings about Amy and her family, but ignores them. Tiffany doesn’t draw a professional line between herself and the family. Then, she starts dating Craig. Also, Tiffany is kind to others but extremely selfish within her family. This type of protagonist is painful to celebrate. They put themselves in unnecessary situations and complain that others don’t understand. Each situation draws out the plot and slowly bores the audience. This film is a mystery with zero staying power. Also, experienced Lifetimers will uncover the culprit and the motive before the reveal. This movie doesn’t require your undivided attention, but save it for a rainy day and learn American Sign Language.

I give it 3 out of 5 stars

I’m not doubting you – Leah

I’m here to help you whenever you’re ready – Tiffany

I don’t need to see you better. I don’t need you at all – Amy

Excuse me. Why are you ignoring me? – Natalie

I promise she didn’t get it from me – Craig

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If I Go Missing – Review

If I Go Missing – Lifetime – 2 hours and 0 minutes

Sloane goes live about the murder of Beverly Stevens. She was a serial killer’s first victim. Sloane believes that if Beverly had her ‘If I Go Missing’ journal, then Beverly could have saved the killer’s other victims. The book logs a person’s information, passwords, and a list of suspects. As Sloane signs out, her mother, Jessica, opens Sloane’s bedroom door. Sloane ends her broadcast and yells at Jessica. Jessica demands that Sloane fix her attitude and join the family for dinner. 

Sloane and Jessica join Jessica’s sister, Abby, and Abby’s daughter, Camilla, for dinner. Sloane asks if Camilla finished her journal, and Abby tenses. Since someone murdered Sloane’s best friend, Katie, two years ago, Sloane has been hyper-focused on safety and true crime stories. Abby doesn’t think this path is a healthy outlet. Camilla interjects and says she is too busy with school to focus on the journal. Sloane and Camilla leave and walk toward their car. They see the new handsome neighbor moving into the home across the street.

Sloane arrives at work, and her new neighbor, Ethan, enters. Sloane’s co-worker, Amanda, flirts, but she won’t let his good looks cloud her judgment. When Amanda steps away, Sloane asks Ethan about his family, friends, and address change. Ethan feels uncomfortable and exits. She believes Ethan has the five classic traits of a serial killer: Charming, Manipulative, Narcissistic, Controlling, and A Lack of Empathy. She vows to keep an eye on him.

Sloane watches Ethan from her bedroom window and takes notes about the women coming in and out of his home. When a frequent customer goes missing, Sloane believes Ethan is responsible. But no one believes her. And her family tells Sloane to let it go. However, she refuses. She will capture Ethan and make him pay for his crimes.

This writer did a superb job of supplying multiple red herrings throughout this Tubi film (FTC Affiliate Disclaimer). Viewers will take a second look at the suspect list. Sloane is a sad representation of the pitfalls of social media. While her behavior started as altruistic, it morphed into ‘likes’ and ‘subscribers.’ She believes she’s doing a good thing, but she needs counseling. Honestly, some viewers won’t like the ending. However, it’s an ethical ending for podcasters like Sloane. There could be a part two. However, the story doesn’t need it. Your outrage will cause you to think critically before jumping into an online rabbit hole. Viewers should take a deep breath before watching this movie and learn to reconsider who they follow.

I give it 4 out of 5 stars

Remember, fear is a tool that can save your life – Sloane

Oh, look at that. There’s my daughter. – Jessica

I think those journals are making you paranoid – Abby

You’re not saving lives, Sloane. You’re endangering yours and mines. – Camilla

I think I’ll take my coffee now – Elliot

He’s way too hot to be a serial killer – Amanda

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Unwrapping Christmas: Mia’s Prince – Review

Unwrapping Christmas: Mia’s Prince – Hallmark – 2 hours and 0 minutes

Mia’s friends, co-owners Olivia, Lily, and Tina, catch her daydreaming about her favorite literary character, Mr. Wedgwood. His character leaves his family and inheritance behind for love during the holidays. Mia and her grandmother read the book, Christmas in Derbyshire, annually during Christmas. The women’s store, All Wrapped Up, is sponsoring the town’s Christmas Gala, and Mia is in charge of handling the contractors. Mia reassures them that she has the food and decorations under control.

Mia leaves the store on her lunch break to visit her favorite place, Arthur’s bookstore. He has been saving a book for Mia. It’s a first-edition Christmas in Derbyshire, valued at $6000. Arthur’s willing to give Mia the book, but she won’t accept it. However, she has been diligently saving her tips in a keepsake box. She plans on buying the book soon.

Mia goes through her Gala checklist when she hears a ruckus at her front door. It’s her sister, Ashlyn, with luggage and her cat, Snowball. Mia can’t say no as Ashlyn moves in without warning. Ashlyn isn’t considerate of Mia’s cat allergies. So, Mia leaves her apartment and sleeps in the store. A knock on the window awakens her. It’s a man holding a book. He saw the light on and assumed the store was open. He needs a last-minute gift wrapped before he goes to a costume party. He looks the way she imagined Mr. Wedgwood. She opens the door and wraps his gift using the Japanese style, Furoshiki. He offers to pay, but she rejects it. He leaves a $100 tip instead.

Mia recounts her story to Lily, and Lily is overjoyed until she asks for the man’s name. Mia never asked, so Lily thinks she dreamed the encounter. She looks for the $100 bill to prove the man is real, but can’t find it. Lily leaves, and Mia cleans. She finds the money on the floor and turns to see the handsome man standing behind her. He introduces himself as Beau. His mother’s book club needs an activity. So, he requests that Mia teach them Furoshiki. She agrees to help and watches the handsome man leave. Mia believes her Christmas prince jumped off the page and into her life. But will she feel the same way when she uncovers that her prince is engaged?

This second installment of the Unwrapping Christmas franchise is similar to the first. Mia finds love while finding her voice. She lets her family push her boundaries, but doesn’t understand that pitfall until she sees it reflected in Beau. Beau does everything to meet his family’s expectations. This sacrifice brings the pair together. The writers wrapped up her Gala troubles quickly because they were the story’s secondary plot. It wasn’t as well woven as Tina’s. This film is a 2-hour escape for Hallmarkies while being evenly yoked with the first. The script doesn’t offer anything surprising, and the stories have minimal overlap. Hopefully, the third and fourth installments will close the gaps.

I give it 3.5 out of 5 stars

Seriously, another dream about him – Olivia

Maybe you’ll get that kiss under the mistletoe – Lily

I was beginning to worry – Arthur

I just thought it would be easier to walk in – Ashlyn

I knew I wasn’t dreaming – Mia

I promise. There will be no robbery – Beau

Mia, there’s been an emergency – Tina

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