The Family Plan, the latest action/comedy from Mark Wahlberg may not offer anything new story-wise, but I did find it fun, well-paced and strangely Christmassy.
The Christmassy vibe is because a likeable family is central to the story’s heart. There’s also Vegas, a destination often described as ‘camp as Christmas’.
The charisma and aesthetic that is Wahlberg had all the usual magic to make director Simon Cellan Jones’s film precisely what I needed. Especially considering that my movie appetite has leant towards less emotionally taxing productions of late.
My favourite thing about The Family Plan is the aforementioned special Wahlberg magic, including the unexpected dynamic between his character, Dan and Max, his youngest son.
Watch The Family Plan if you need some light action/comedy fun with an unexpected Christmassy quality.
Lastly and randomly, here’s something fun on the internet featuring Wahlberg, Will Ferrell and Chelsea Handler.
Happy Film Loving,
G
The Movie My Life 
This looks and sounds worthy of a watch. I am intrigued by “strangely Christmassy.” Have liked Wahlberg in just about everything I’ve seen him in.
Excellent, I hope that you and Mrs Chess enjoy it. 🤓🥳
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Thanks for the link. Very funny. I have to admit I’m not 100% sure that I haven’t seen it before. It’s disturbing to me how forgetful I’m getting. 😅
😁! It’s not necessarily a bad thing if you forget that you’ve seen the clip before. It can hit like it’s fresh again. I myself forgot about Wahlberg’s laugh when Chelsea asks Will that all-important question that the world had been wondering about. 😁
Sounds good, and I loved the link, too funny!!! Merry Christmas G!!
Thanks Tiffany, ❤️ I hope you had a wonderful Christmas.I’m glad you enjoyed the link. I tend to watch it about once a year for the giggles. 🤓