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