Blizzard Movie
Storyline
TAGLINES PLOT SUMMARY
A young girl's aunt tells her the tale of a young ice skater and an enchanted reindeer.
| Jonathan Wilson | Jeremy |
| Wendii Fulford | Beth Cameron |
| Gary Johnston | Bobby's Father |
| Demetrius Joyette | Bobby |
| Aidan O'Hara | Derek |
| Brenda Blethyn | Aunt Millie |
| Zoe Warner | Katie Andrews |
| Josh Buckle | Jack |
| J.D. Nicholsen | Ted Andrews |
| Jan Triska | Trainer |
| Kevin Pollak | Archimedes |
| Christopher Plummer | Santa Claus |
| Brittany Bristow | Erin Scott-Pierce |
| Stephanie Morgenstern | Miss Ward |
| Jackie Byers | Skating girl |
| LeVar Burton |
5.90 out of 10 (284 votes)
Visitor Reviews
Excellent film a must see for all who believe
posted on 29 Aug 2008This is a wonderful film. It is both creative and heartfelt and truly well done. I loved the reindeer they were great. this film shows that there art still film makers out there who believe in mankind enough to create movies that show the better side of this world not the evil most film makers seem to harp on. We buy this film on DVD and it will become a Chritmas tradition. It would be refreshing to see more of this type of film with morals that show that there is still enough good people out there that take the time to make a difference by creating films of value and what life should be like.With all the nonsense that we face every day and the world we live in we need to see the better side of life.The only negative comment I have is the fact the little girl Kate has pierced ears and should not have. Kids back then did not do that until they were at least 16( Iknow it is just a little detail but I find those things take away from the film it is the little details that can make or brake a film.It is more pleasing to watch something that is well thought out including all details) On the whole my family and friends loved this film and hope there are more out there. Thanks
A true family movie
posted on 30 Oct 2007We used to watch and love Reading Rainbow. LeVar Burton does family shows very well! We loved Blizzard and it was so refreshing to see a movie that deserves to be called a family movie. We need more movies like this that allow children to enjoy and remain innocent at the same time.I was waiting for something objectionable because there's usually something slipped in that's unnecessary and makes it a negative for children. Most 'childrens' movies are only appropriate for adults and this was a pleasant surprise.This was a wonderful movie for the whole family!
An outstanding, sweet, little gem of a movie! I love it! It should get more attention!
posted on 19 May 2007This movie is a beautiful holiday film for the whole family! I'm a 17 year old boy and I enjoyed it very much!!!! It might become some what of a classic in the future and will be looked upon more. Sure it rips off ET and The Princess Bride, but it can be very original!!!! The story is so pretty and powerful with lots of heart. I love this movie cuz it made me "feel" for the characters, and I have to admit it made me watery throughout! I love movies that could do that to you. That scene with the little girl crying on the old man's shoulder was just so well done and sad, which I thought was just as sweet as sweet can be.I liked all the characters in this movie: the girl at home listening to the story from her estranged aunt was very cute and a great young actress, Kevin Pollock was quite dark and evil and good in his role, Christopher Plummer surprisingly did a good job as old saint nick and Whoopie Goldberg provided the voice of Blizzard The Reindeer very well!! Oh and talk about the ending! Not to spoil anything, but the endings great with a grand surprise that will put a smile on your face!I'm proud to be a Canadian after seeing this movie. We can really make very good movies every now and then! I know I will become a director and make great Canadian films. Blizzard was shot in Canada's Hollywood, which is Toronto and was also filmed in Quebec City. Not too far from where I live. I'll have to look for the actors around here to thank them for a good movie! I wasn't expecting Blizzard to be as good as it was from the trailer but it's excellent. I give it 10/10, Go see it now!
This Movie is a Christmas Classic
posted on 07 Jan 2007This movie is a movie anyone would enjoy. If you have your 83 year old mother or father visiting you take them to see it. It is a reminder for anyone who has ever had a friend who has come and gone that they will always be with you in your heart. If you enjoy watching a Miracle on 34th Street or A Christmas Carol, you will most definately enjoy this movie. The acting is wonderful and it really captivates you. It will be a Christmas classic for years to come.
Outstanding movie
posted on 31 May 2005This has been out since 2003 and I never saw it until last night. It is a good movie...one that will bring back memories to some and will make younger ones think and yet it has a good ending. Everyone should watch this at least once and maybe make it a Christmas classic with all the other Christmas movies. It will be a good movie for those who are young all the way to those who are elderly. To me this is a movie that you sit together as a family with a bowl of fresh popped popcorn and afterward ask your children what they thought and what their favorite part of the movie was. Then ask them what they think about friendship. The skating also in the movie was very good to watch. It is definitely a movie worth watching over and over.
Cheesy but harmless
posted on 11 Apr 2005This is pretty high on the cheese-o-meter, even for those of us who love family films. Characters were fairly one-dimensional and it was never clear just why Blizzards' gifts were not celebrated since they were considered to be very special things for reindeer to have. I liked the skates being yellow, it was a nice detail.Katies' brothers were little pills and I wish the parents would have taken a better hand in controlling them. It seemed that even before Katie moved she had no friends, and the current daughter (Jess?) was never really explored why she was so upset when Bobby moved. Did she have no other friends? Did they not have telephones? I disagree with another viewers comment about the pierced ears. Perhaps in Canada this occurs later but I assure the viewer that in the Pacific Northwest of the United States girls have their ears pierced anywhere from birth on up, even as early as my own at age 13 in 1971.This is a movie that young children can enjoy as a Christmas tradition without anything objectionable for parents to be concerned about. All in all, a reasonable choice for families.
Very family friendly Christmas-time film
posted on 10 Feb 2005Our family just finished watching this movie tonight. We wanted to spend the Thanksgiving weekend together and went to find an appropriate movie for all of us. Our first pick was "Christmas with the Kranks", but they were sold out at our local video store. I had never heard of "Blizzard" but the G rating as opposed to everything else available PG13, hooked me in. There are 4 children, ages 5-10 in our home and mom and dad make 6. I think it was a great film for the family and would recommend it to anyone wanting to get into the Christmas spirit. It was the kind of movie that made everyone "feel good" on the inside after watching it. I think all our kids thoroughly enjoyed it, and it wasn't beneath our 10yr old (daughter) who said "I'm glad you picked this movie mom." Great "family movie night" film! The importance of good quality films in the society we live in has been overlooked for too long and I am all for the reintroduction of character-building stories like what we saw tonight. The 2 story lines going on at the same time reminded me of "The Princess Bride", which is one of our family's favorites. I liked the fact that there was reality that even good wholesome characters make mistakes sometimes and that it is not the end of the world; there is forgiveness and second chances. It teaches our kids that we don't live in a perfect world and there are disappointments and we must learn to deal with them and grow from there. I'm glad the movie we wanted, wasn't available or we may never have seen this.
Great family movie!
posted on 06 Nov 2004I just found it to be a great Christmas movie, that you can enjoy with your loved ones. I especially liked it since it's about living your dreams, plus it has no "bad Santa" or weird robots trying to destroy Christmas. I don't think that that kind of movie is that appropriate or in the spirit of Christmas. I'm not saying that the subject of this movie is actually real, but it seems to be closer to ones heart and I think it brings a lot of joy. Blizzard is very funny, and the little girl ice-skating is just too cute! It's a story about a very special friendship that will leave behind a lot of wonderful memories. Plus, it's about ice-skating, which I love! Have a great time watching it!
A movie that would touch anyones heart!
posted on 25 Jul 2004This movie touched me emotionally like so few do. The story line in itself was just very wonderful. There are few that can not relate to loosing a friend. I thought it was one of the best Christmas movies I have seen in a long time. It might not be enough for those who need fast action movies but for those that like a good story it is the best. I recommend it highly. It is a great family film; children and adults should love it. I felt it was as good as Miracle on 34th Street and It's a Wonderful Life. This will be a Christmas classic.
Amazing family film!!!!!!!!!!!!
posted on 24 Nov 2003This film was the most entertaining movie I've seen in a long time....and my kids just loved it!! So will yours!! It has the most amazing visual effects, but more important, it has a phenomenal story with great heart. Everyone should see this picture....it is destined to be a classic!
Blizzard, a very good family movie for all ages.
posted on 26 May 2003My family got this movie in a Christmas gift basket from my husband's employer. I looked at it and saw that it had a few actors I have heard of and I kind of put off watching it. Last night I noticed Levar Burton directed it and I changed my mind. I have enjoyed his work so much on Reading Rainbow and Star Trek TNG. We sat down today to watch Blizzard and no one left until the show was over. We absolutely enjoyed this movie. My youngest is just 2 and she was enthralled with the character of Blizzard. Whoopi Goldberg did an excellent job of playing a young gifted reindeer. Kevin Pollock was so fun to watch. He was soooo bossy. The story brings a touch of magic to Christmas and I wished we had watched it last week before the holidays. It will be a movie we watch every year.
A charming Christmas film for the whole family - rent it now!
posted on 15 Feb 2009My family watched this last night during our Friday family film and pizza night. This is a really good, charming film! It's an engaging movie, with lots of positive lessons. It also tells a good Santa Claus tale that keeps the mystery of the North Pole intact for young viewers.I'd put this in with the league of quality family films like "Because of Winn-Dixie." My kids are 3, 6, and 11 years old. We all loved it. It even made my 6 year-old a bit weepy (he said he had dust in his eyes ;) This will be a holiday staple in our house for years to come. If you have kids, go out and rent or buy this little gem from Canada. Levar Burton has made a sweet family film here; he certainly appears to have a sense for what family moviegoers want to see.