Welcome back to The Movievaures, your go-to blog for all things movies! As we continue our festive series on cheesy and feel-good Christmas films, it’s time to talk about a holiday movie that pushes the limits of plausibility while still warming our hearts. After exploring Twas the Text Before Christmas and Our Little Secret, this week, we’re diving into Falling for Christmas.

With Lindsay Lohan making her return to the spotlight, this Netflix original has all the hallmarks of a holiday rom-com: impossible scenarios, charming moments, and a picture-perfect ending. Let’s unwrap this gloriously ridiculous movie together! If you’re a fan of absurd holiday antics and over-the-top Christmas cheer, then Falling for Christmas might just be your cup of hot cocoa. The movie follows Sierra Belmont, a spoiled heiress who loses her memory after a skiing accident and ends up in the care of Jake Russell, a widowed lodge owner struggling to save his business.

-Sierra Belmont is living the high life as the pampered heiress of a luxury ski resort empire. But her world comes crashing down—literally—when a skiing accident leaves her with amnesia. She’s rescued by Jake Russell, the kindhearted owner of a struggling bed-and-breakfast, who offers her shelter as she recovers. Adopting the name “Sarah” after a stuffed toy, Sierra struggles to adjust to life without her memory. Along the way, she bonds with Jake’s young daughter, Avy, and discovers a simpler, more meaningful way of life. Add a clumsy fundraiser, a hilariously misguided fiancé, and an all-too-perfect ending, and you’ve got the recipe for a classic Christmas rom-com.

Falling for Christmas has divided critics and audiences alike. On one hand, publications like Rolling Stone and CNN have praised the film for embracing its campy charm and giving Lindsay Lohan a platform to shine again. Critics highlighted her natural charisma and ability to carry even the corniest scenes with sincerity. On the other hand, the movie’s predictability and over-the-top moments have drawn criticism. Rotten Tomatoes scores the film at a modest 59%, with some reviewers describing it as formulaic and “Christmas camp at its finest.” Despite the mixed reviews, Falling for Christmas enjoyed a strong debut on Netflix, quickly becoming a holiday favorite for its sheer feel-good energy.

Wow. Just… wow. I thought the previous two films in this series couldn’t be topped in terms of ridiculousness, but Falling for Christmas took things to a whole new level. This movie is so absurdly dumb—but that’s precisely what makes it so satisfying. Nothing about the plot makes sense. The characters’ decisions defy logic, and the situations are beyond belief. And yet, I couldn’t stop smiling. From the awkward romance to the over-the-top antics of Sierra’s influencer fiancé, the movie is a whirlwind of chaos that somehow works.

Lindsay Lohan’s performance is surprisingly heartfelt, even when the script is as cheesy as a holiday fondue. Chord Overstreet plays the perfect small-town hero, and the dynamic between him, Lohan, and the adorable Avy is genuinely sweet. Yes, it’s full of clichés, but that’s the charm. Watching everything come together in a picture-perfect ending was like wrapping myself in a warm Christmas blanket. It’s not a “good” movie by traditional standards, but it’s exactly what I needed to keep my holiday spirit alive.

Falling for Christmas is a cheesy, nonsensical, and utterly delightful addition to Netflix’s lineup of holiday rom-coms. It’s the kind of movie that you laugh at, but also secretly love. If you’re in the mood for something lighthearted and festive, give it a watch—you might just find yourself falling for its charm. What do you think of Falling for Christmas? Do you have a favorite holiday guilty pleasure? Let us know in the comments below! And don’t forget to follow The Movievaures on Instagram for more Christmas movie reviews and updates. See you next week for another cheesy holiday gem!