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Papa's Angels (2000)
Director: Dwight H. Little
Cast: Scott Bakula, Lachlan Murdoch, Cynthia Nixon, Eva Marie Saint
6.1Runtime83 min
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Arkansas furniture maker Grins Jenkins is a cheerful man and loving father to his five kids, as well as the life of every party in their small town. When his wife Sharon, who used to be the 'bad cop', slowly dies of TBC, so does Grins' sense of fun. The kids refuse to keep mourning forever, but dad practically retires from the world and turns his back, opposing them enjoying life again. Then Christmastide arrives, and son Alvin refuses to let his kid brother's dream be spoiled.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Papa's Angels (2000) received a mixed reception, with an IMDb rating of 6.1/10 indicating a moderately positive audience response. The film, directed by Dwight H. Little, is a TV movie drama blending romance and family themes as it follows an Arkansas furniture maker coping with the death of his wife.
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Fans of heartwarming family dramas will appreciate the performances of Scott Bakula, Cynthia Nixon, and Eva Marie Saint in this 2000 TV movie directed by Dwight H. Little, which explores the themes of grief, resilience, and the joy of holiday traditions.