Jingle Bell Bride (2020) - full transcript

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by VaVooM

Yes, no, I understand

that the venue says
their capacity is 300,

but the fire marshal
has it listed at 350.

Yeah. I gotta
call you back, okay?

Hi!

Hi, hi, hi!

I'm so sorry.

The caterer mixed up
the location,

one of the bridesmaids
lost her hotel reservations,

and I had to track down



a cake topper
with two turtle doves.

Well, I'm just happy to be
penciled into the busy schedule

of Manhattan's premiere
wedding planner to the stars.

You have got the permanent ink,

and two exclamation points.

Before I forget...

Kaylee insisted on making
the invitations

for the Christmas party.

She told me, "Tia Jess says
an elegant invitation

is your first chance
to make a good impression."

She worked so hard on them.

Smart kid.

We are having the asado.

No...



La receta de la abuela?

Of course!

About the party...

Jess...

You promised.

Mom and dad are flying in.

Everyone is dying to see you.

I know, I thought
I'd be able to sneak away

since Renee's wedding
is in Manhattan,

but I'm already running behind.

I am this close
to the London promotion.

If I can deliver
the perfect wedding for Renee,

it's mine!

We barely see you now,

and you live in New York City.

What's gonna happen
when you're an ocean away?

Well, there's... video chat,

and email.

Look, I know it's not ideal,

but it's everything
I've worked so hard for.

You understand, right?

We're just gonna miss you.

There's always next Christmas.

That's what you said last year.

Duty calls?

Yes, it's Renee's dress.

She wanted
a more traditional style,

and I promised to drop it off.

I hoped I had
a little bit more time,

but Renee lives
all the way up in Scarsdale.

- Tia Jess!
- Hi!

Mom's taking me to see the tree

at Rockefeller Center.

Can you come?

I'm sorry, Kay, but take notes.

I want to see
your "A" game tomorrow

when we do your tree, okay?

See you tomorrow?

I wouldn't miss it.

Bye.

Have fun!

Is that it?

Let me see, let me see!

Oh, my goodness.

I love it.

It's exactly right.

And the veil?

There's been a delay.

A delay?

Nothing to worry about.
Just a little mix-up.

A mix-up is worse than a delay.

We're taking care of it
as we speak.

I promise you.

Okay.

I'm glad you're here,

because I want to talk to you
about the bouquet.

The florist is flying
the miniature roses

in from Ecuador.

This particular breed
grow on the side of a volcano.

Very fragrant.

I had a new thought.

About the bouquet?

Yes. The bouquet,
and the boutonnieres,

and I want to walk through
an archway of flowers.

My mother was going through
some old pictures,

and she found this.

It's my grandmother.

Are those amaryllis?

Jingle Bell flowers.

That's the name.
Can you believe it?

What could be more perfect
for a Christmas wedding?

My grandmother had
one of these flowers pressed

for years.

When my mother got married,
it was her "something borrowed".

It would mean the world to me.

Well, the wedding
is less than two weeks away.

I know.
Thankfully we have time.

Actually, that's not what I...

Jessica?

I put my complete trust in you

to deliver
the wedding of my dreams.

I was assured you were the best.

Anyone can get
miniature roses flown in

from the side of a volcano.

I want these.

The Jingle Bell flower?

Yes.
Rare and out of season.

I called ten different florists,

no one has them.

I see,

and what are we going to do
about this?

Well, I was thinking
of suggesting

a more practical compromise.

Maybe chrysanthemums?

There are a dozen
event planners in the city

that can do practical.

Brides come to us

because we can make
their every whim a reality.

Yes, but I can't give her
a flower that doesn't exist.

Renee's wedding

is going to be on the cover
of every magazine.

Every talk show.

We can't have our name attached
to a disappointed bride.

Jessica,

do you know what I see
when I look at you?

A bit of yourself?

No.

I see potential.

With commitment,

you could go far
in this business.

You're still interested
in the London assignment?

Heading up
our international office?

Yes. Of course.

So get me those flowers.

I'd need them for Christmas Eve?

Yes, this Christmas Eve.

I didn't think
it was that funny...

Well, thank you for your time.

Merry Christmas.

Candy cane?

It's a family recipe.

Guaranteed to put a little happy
in your holidays.

Did you make those?

Well, I was stuck
at a patisserie

at a cake-tasting for two hours,

so I just decided
to whip up a batch.

I mean, you know what they say,

idle hands
are the devil's workshop.

Anyway, I need your notes
on the Carter-Rogers wedding.

Barbara wants me to cover
your consultation.

She said you're dealing
with a bit of a crisis?

I wouldn't call it a crisis.

A pickle?
A fix? A jam?

Nothing I can't handle.

Well, if you're spread
a little thin,

I can always help
with Renee's wedding.

Lighten the load.

Thank you,

but I got it covered.

If you change your mind...

I'm just going
to leave these here.

Peppermint's
really good for stress.

Hi, this is Jessica Perez.

I'm calling
for Mayor Margaret Wilson?

Thank you.

Mayor Wilson?

Have I got an opportunity
for you.

What about a new scarf?

I could use one.

Or a nice sweater.

Aunt Mary,

I'll love whatever you give me.

Christmas shopping for you
is always so difficult.

Mayor Wilson!

Here to check out
this year's crop?

Getting into the holiday spirit?

It's for the flowers.

They say music
stimulates growth.

Is that right?

There is some research
suggesting a link,

but I think aunt Mary

just loves singing along
to her favorites.

Here they are...

the Jingle Bell flower.

You two
have really outdone yourselves.

They're beautiful.

Best we've ever had.

Now you're buttering us up.

Can't I compliment
a job well done?

Okay, I may need a tiny favor.

Would we have enough to spare?

Spare?

I got a call from someone
interested in purchasing them

a wedding planner,

and if we agree to make
a few of our flowers available,

she's promised to fully fund
this year's music program.

It's a chance
to get the word out

about our little festival.

Really put us on the map.

I... guess a few flowers
won't hurt.

Wonderful, and, Matt?

I need a favor.

Why can't we arrange
for a courier?

A courier couldn't assure
the flowers would be here

for the wedding.

Tapeesa is in a remote
part of Alaska,

and limited flights in or out.

What happens if you miss
one of these limited flights?

The wedding is in eight days.

These flowers are too important

to leave to chance...

Plus I may have undersold
how many we need.

I'm hoping it'll be harder
for them to say no

once I'm there.

20 hours, round trip.

I'll be back before you know it.

Five minutes.

Are you sure you can't stay
a little longer?

Dan can drive you
to the airport.

I know, I know, I just...

I'm already
cutting it too close.

Kaylee's gonna be
so disappointed.

She wouldn't let us
touch the tree decorations

until you got here.

I'll make it up to her.

Here.

In case we don't connect
before Christmas.

I haven't finished
my Christmas shopping yet.

Or started it.

Not until Christmas.

Okay. Thank you.

Tia Jess!

Merry Christmas, Kay!

Can we start
with the popcorn string?

Mom says you're the only one
that can make them

so the popcorn doesn't fall off.

I have to take a trip for work,

so I can't stay.

I'm sorry.

It's okay. I understand.

I know you'll do
a fantastic job.

You send me a picture
when it's done?

Yeah? Okay.

Okay.

Bye.

- Safe trip.
- Bye.

Okay, shall we get started
on the popcorn?

- Yes.
- Okay.

Airport, please.

You look a little lost.

Hi. Yes, I am.

I'm... I'm supposed
to meet someone here.

Which way to the terminal?

There's no terminal.

Baggage claim?

Baggage claim, yes.

Baggage claim right there.

Welcome to Tapeesa.

Take care!

Tapeesa Mayor's office.

Hi, I'm Jessica Perez.

I'm meeting with Mayor Wilson,

and she said
she was sending a car over

to pick me up at the airport.

Can I place you on a brief hold

while I check on this?

Yes, of course.

Excuse me?

I am so sorry.

I didn't mean to hit it.

I-I... it got stuck.

Please, all yours.

Just steer clear of "D".

Actually, I was...

- Hello?
- Yes, I'm here.

- Yes?
- Okay, right.

Thank you for your patience.

I just spoke with the Mayor,

and your ride should be there.

At Tapeesa airport?

Yes.

Well, I don't know
what to tell you,

because I'm standing
in the middle

of the only hangar in existence,

and there is no one else h...

You know, thank you
for your help.

I-I think I found him.

Are you my ride?

Matt Holden.

My family grows
the Jingle Bell flowers

for the festival.

Mayor Wilson
asked me to make sure

that you had everything
that you needed.

Yes. Good. Thank you.

I'm so sorry about before.

I guess I was just
expecting someone, you know...

- ...well, with a sign.
- A sign?

With my name on it?

So they can find me at the gate.

Right.

Wouldn't want to miss you

with all these people here.

Right.

Are those my cookies?

Yeah, I mean,

I did spring them free.

We can share.

Oh, no, I don't think so.

Okay.

Well, my truck
is parked outside.

Wait.

Truck?

I think your welcome sign
has a typo.

It says population 112.

It is.

People?

Well, we certainly
don't count the moose.

Here we are.

They're a lot smaller
than I thought they'd be.

You could always back out
if you want.

No hard feelings...

No, no, no, no, no, no!

I want them.

Let's pack 'em up.

Okay, well, they need to be
individually clipped,

wrapped, and hydrated.

Okay, okay.

I just need to be
on a plane out of here

in a little over an hour.

Okay, well, we'd better
get a move on.

So, how many sprigs
did you need, about seven?

Seven?

Like... "seven maids
a-milking" seven?

Like, "seven swans a-swimming".

Is that not enough
for a bouquet?

No, it is. It is.

It is.

I just...

I need enough for boutonnieres,

and an archway.

Not just the bouquet.

Okay, well,

Margaret didn't mention
all of that.

Well, the nature of negotiation.

One starts low,
the other one starts high.

You meet in the middle.

I traveled an awful long way,

on a very small and shaky plane,

because I need these flowers
to dress a wedding.

Well, it looks like
you're in quite a bind.

Look,

my client has her heart set
on these Jingle Bell flowers.

She has this deep
personal connection.

They were in
her grandparents' wedding,

and I swore to her

that I would do
whatever it takes

to make her dream a reality.

Please.

I really need your help.

Okay.

I think we can work
something out.

Yes!
Perfect!

You have no idea
what a relief this is...

You're not serious.

I am.

It's the nature of negotiation.

Fantastic.

Okay, so...

Bouquet,

boutonnieres,

and centerpiece
for the head table.

And I really need that archway.

Deal?

I'll get those boxes.

Oh, and...

For you.

What's that for?

Well, if you want the flowers,

you've gotta help.

It's gorgeous.

It's beautiful.

You're talking.

Yeah.
The roads are in rough shape

after the plows went through.

I have to take it slow.

I'm sorry if I've been
a little...

Pushy?

I was going to say "brusque,"
but...

I'm just, I've been
under a lot of pressure.

Do wedding planners typically
travel thousands of miles

for flowers?

They do when it's for Renee.

Who?

The singer?
Renee?

"Too In Love to Leave"?

"Christmas Bells for My Baby"?

Nothing?

Well...

It's a big deal.

Probably
the biggest of my career.

Everything needs to be perfect.

Why did you stop?

Popular moose crossing.

Moose crossing?

Yeah.

I thought you were kidding...

Never can be too careful.

What's wrong?

Nothing.

Are we stuck?

No, of course not.

Just...

Okay, yeah, we're stuck,

but don't worry about it.

Nothing I can't handle.

Okay.

You drive, I'll push.

No, no, no,
I can't let you do that.

Why not?

Well, because
you're not dressed for it.

Fine. You push.

Why do I get the feeling

like you'd drive off without me?

Don't be ridiculous.

I don't know the way
to the airport from here.

I'll count you off.

Okay.

One...

two... three!

I knew I should have pushed.

It's really wedged in there,
isn't it?

Yeah.

We're going to have
to call someone for help.

Okay, here, you can use
my cell phone.

Hey, Mr. Gregory!

Can you give us a hand?

Only take a minute.

I thought I recognized
your truck.

Okay, I'll meet you...

inside.

I'm here. Hi.

Hi. I'm sorry,
you just missed the flight.

What? No!

How could I miss the flight
if you're right here?

Well, Tapeesa's small,
it's not that small.

We have two pilots.

Of course you do,

and when is your next
flight to Anchorage?

I can get you on one tomorrow.

Tomorrow?

No, no, no, no, no, no, no.

It is critical
that I leave today.

Well, I sure do apologize
about the inconvenience,

but I'm afraid you're gonna
have to extend your stay.

You're in luck, though.

You're just in time

for our annual
Jingle Bell Flower festival!

- Hey, Matt.
- Hey.

Hey, don't worry.

Those flowers should hold up
until you leave.

That's not
what I was worried about.

Is there any way
that you can give me a lift

to the nearest hotel?

What, there's no hotels?

No. Sorry.

Well, an inn?

A lodge? B&B?

Where do people stay
when they come visit?

With friends and family.

Well, maybe they'll let me
camp out at the airport.

I guess you could just
drop me off

at the Mayor's office.

She definitely won't be there.

Where would she be?

That sure is
a stroke of bad luck.

I hope this doesn't put you
too far behind schedule.

No, it...

It's my own fault, really.

I should have factored in
the moose crossing.

I'm sorry, I'm having
a little trouble

finding cell service.

Is this a bad area?

Reception can be finicky
down in these parts.

Comes and goes.

How often
would you say it goes...

Jessica needs a place
to stay tonight.

Do you guys know anyone
that might be able to help?

Well, she can stay with us,
of course.

With us?

I have an extra guest room.

That's what it's there for.

What about Amanda and them?

They won't be here
until tomorrow.

I don't want to be any trouble.

It's no trouble at all.

Really?

Thank you.
I really appreciate it,

and I'll be out of your hair
in the morning.

First flight out.

Why don't you get her
settled in?

I gotta help out
with the festival today.

We have plenty of volunteers.

Okay, I just gotta make
a quick stop.

Okay.

Yeah, the cold can take
a lot of people by surprise.

I'm a New Yorker.
I'm used to the cold.

Well, there's New York cold,
and then there's Alaska cold.

I'm perfectly comfortable.

When you get it home,

you're gonna want to cut
a few inches off the trunk.

If you wanna keep it
nice and green,

then just put a little aspirin
in the water.

A little bit of sugar
helps, too.

Hey, thanks again for the help
earlier on, Mr. Gregory.

You know, I got stuck
in the same place last week.

Are you here
for Aunt Mary's tree?

Yes, sir.

And, did she tag along with you?

No, she's doing
festival prep all day.

I got one special for you.

Actually...
Marta will help you.

All right, great.

I'll stay right here.

- Okay.
- Yeah.

So, is this your first time
at a Jingle Bell Festival?

Yes.

Isa!

First-timer!

Hello!

Hi!

We have everything you need
right here.

An itinerary,

a history of the festival,

a map of Tapeesa...

Don't forget about
the tree lighting.

I was getting to that.

It's four whole days of events,

but I've circled some
of my personal favorites.

Mr. Gregory loves
the tree lighting,

but I'm partial
to the final night's dance.

Thank you.

No, no, that's...
that won't be necessary.

It's no trouble at all.

Name?

It's Jessica.

Perez.

I'm sorry,

I really don't want to be
a part of any mailing list

or anything.

It's for the draw.

The draw.

Every year,

one lucky festival-goer
is selected

for Tapeesa's greatest honor...

Jingle Bell Princess.

That's...

What, does she get a crown?

No, it's a tiara!

Of course it is.

So, have you finished
all your Christmas shopping?

No.

There's a Christmas
marketplace in the square.

I'll be running a booth there.
Come say hello.

Great!

Well, thank you
for all... this.

I should...

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas!

How long have we been here?

Here,
the sun sets at 4:00.

In the afternoon?

When's sunrise, midnight?

10:00 a.m.

How do you guys get
anything done in the dark?

Flashlights.

Flashlights.

Hey, room service.

That's your carry-on?

Yeah.

I worked on the plane.

No change of clothes?
No... no pajamas?

Toothbrush.

Okay,

my Aunt Mary might have
something that you can borrow.

I'll leave those here,

and if you need anything else,

I'm just in the guest house
out back.

Great.

Thank you.

All right...

Hey.

Lights are all rigged up,

and the tree is ready
to decorate.

It's perfect.

Last douglas fir
from Mr. Gregory's farm.

They was moving fast,

so he set one aside for you...

How thoughtful.

...and two wreaths.

I think Mr. Gregory
might be sweet on you.

How's our guest settling in?

She's been holed up
in that guest room

since she got here.

Poor thing.

What a bad stroke of luck.

Yeah.

I think if she could,

she would walk back to New York.

That reminds me...

You got a letter.

Second letter this month.

They must be anxious
to get you back.

Yeah.

I'm gonna go get
those other wreaths.

They're gonna look great
on the back porch.

I've got my laptop.

I can work from here
for the time being.

Do you have any idea
when you'll be able to leave?

Tomorrow. I'll be
on the next flight out.

This is exactly
what I was worried about,

and now you're going to lose
a whole day of preparation.

The caterers are set.

The dress is delivered.

We've already done
the walk-through with security.

Everything is 100%
under control.

Oh no.

Is everything all right?

It's fine.

I'm just going to
have to call you...

back.

There she is!

I was going to see
if you needed anything,

but I didn't want
to disturb you.

Well, I was wondering

if you had a cell phone charger?

I left mine in New York.

I'm sorry.

I don't have a cell phone.

Around these parts,
if you want to talk to someone,

you just knock on the door.

But if you need to make a call,

you're free to use the landline
whenever you need.

Great. Thank you.

This is a lot of fruitcake.

I always make treats
for the festival volunteers.

Going on 40 years now.

Really?

When Matt was a little boy,

he'd show up on my doorstep
bright and early

on the day I made fruitcakes.

To give you a hand?

And to sneak some of the batter

when he thought
I wasn't looking.

So he grew up here?

Right down the road.

Matt's father
is my late husband's brother.

And do his parents
still live here?

Retired to Florida.
Couldn't do it myself.

Not quite Christmas to me
without a blanket of snow.

Man!

The storm is really
picking up out there.

This should get you
through tonight.

The... storm?

Is it... is it bad?

Probably looking at one,
two feet.

Feet?

Hi.

Please tell me
the runways are clear.

Sure are.

Plow's out there
working around the clock.

Thank goodness!

Okay, so one ticket
to Anchorage,

earliest you've got.

- Jessica.
- Hi.

I'm sorry,
there's no flights today.

What do you mean
there's no flights today?

Unfortunately, the plane
is grounded for maintenance.

The plane?

There's only one plane?

Yes.
Yes, there's one,

but it's a relatively
simple repair.

I'm just waiting on the part.

Wait, you're the pilot
and the mechanic?

I make a mean gingerbread, too.

Okay.

All right, well,

when do you think that
it will be able to fly again?

Part should be here by Monday.

I'm sorry,
I must have misheard you.

I thought you said Monday.

I did.

As in three days from now?

I called in a favor.

Around these parts,

three days is practically
a Christmas miracle.

It shouldn't take me too long
once the part arrives.

Okay...

I'm sorry.

No.
Okay, thank you.

Okay.

All right.

I guess this is goodbye.

Right?

Yeah, yeah, no problem.

Maybe it's a blessing
in disguise.

It's a very good disguise.

The Jingle Bell flowers
can be a little temperamental.

The closer you cut them
to the wedding,

the better.

But I guess we could just
use these ones for the festival,

and if you don't mind
a full house,

I'm sure my aunt will let you
stay a few extra nights.

What am I supposed to do
for three days?

In Alaska?

Well, you're definitely
going to need a jacket...

...and boots.

What?

I'm wearing boots.

Winter boots.

Thank you!

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

- No problem.
- Yes...

So good.

Just right here.

- Thank you.
- No problem.

Where is everyone?

Matt!

Hey, Isa, what's up?

We need your help.

We need a few things
for my friend here.

You caught me just in time.

I'm just packing some stuff up,

and I'm gonna close
for the festival.

So the whole store
shuts down for the festival?

The whole town
shuts down for the festival.

Give me a shout
if you need anything.

Will do. All right,
coats are over here.

Scarves and sweaters...

You know, I'm also
gonna have to stop somewhere

to get shampoo or toothpaste.

One-stop shop
for all of your essentials.

So the pilot is a mechanic,

and the clothing store
is a pharmacy.

Well, okay,
I'm just spending the weekend.

I'm not hiking the Himalayas.

Well, you'll wish you had 'em

when you start sinking
into the drifts.

Yeah.

When in Alaska...

So, you're from Tapeesa?

Born and raised.

Seems like it would be hard

to be so isolated
from the world.

I don't see it as isolation.

There's a whole community.

I mean, life moves
at a different pace here.

You know, people take the time
to appreciate what they have,

and they don't just rush
into the next thing...

I guess no one told them.

We've gotta get this stuff
in my truck.

Come on.

So, what is this festival,
exactly?

It comes from
an old town legend.

In the 1800s,

the town was settled
by prospectors

trying to find gold.

They would decorate
their Christmas trees

with the flower that they found
along the riverbanks.

The Jingle Bell Flower.

You got it.

How about
another round of applause

for our talented troupe!

All right!

Thank you for coming out today

to celebrate the beginning

of the 66th annual
Jingle Bell Festival.

Yeah!

Couldn't miss
the opening ceremonies.

We have four days
of wonderful events

planned for you all.

You'll find posters
all over town

with the full schedule.

Make sure to circle
the final night's winter dance

to experience Tapeesa's
most cherished tradition,

the Bouquet of Blessings.

And now, it's time
to kick off the festival.

As is tradition,

it's time to crown
our Jingle Bell Princess.

Please join me in welcoming
our honored guest,

Jessica Perez!

You won.

- Go on.
- What?

No...

No, no, no.

Is Jessica out there?

She's right here!

She's right here, guys.

All right, let's go.
Get up there, Jessica.

Just take your hat off.

Now, Jessica,

do you solemnly swear

to faithfully execute the duties

of the Jingle Bell Princess,

and keep Christmas in your heart

all the days of the year?

Yes.

Cue the band!

Not a word.

I have a wedding to plan.

I don't have time to be
the queen of your festival.

Princess,

and it's strictly ceremonial.

You shake some hands,

kiss a few babies.

Nothin' to it.

Looks good on you.

Uncle Matt!

Hey, what's going on,
little man?

There you are.

I was wondering
if I'd see you here.

When did y'all get in?

We drove in an hour ago.

Steve's back at the house.

Hi! I'm Amanda.

I'm... I'm Matt's cousin.

I'm Jessica.

Nice to meet you, Jessica.

So...

How long have you two
been together?

- No...
- No, we're not...

- No.
- Definitely not.

Definitely not?

No, it's not
that I don't think that...

I mean, you're very...

We just met.
We just...

- Really?
- Yeah.

Okay.

I'm so sorry.

Could you please excuse me
for just one minute?

- Sorry.
- Please.

Hello?
Hello, Renee...

Jessica, I need you.

I...

Is that a... dulcimer?

No, no, no...

it's a banjo.

There's a problem
with the dress.

Again?

More beads?

I have to leave
for a Christmas concert in 30.

How soon can you be here?

Well...

I'm a little far at the moment.

Midtown?

Alaska.

Alaska?

Hello?

Hey, daddy!

Hey, just in time.

I got everything down
from the attic.

Who's ready
to decorate the tree?

Yeah!

I'll get the eggnog,

and don't start without me.

Okay, we won't.

- Jessica?
- Yeah?

Would you like to join us?

Well, I should probably
be by my computer

in case something comes up...

It's nearly 10:00
on the east coast.

They could survive without you
for a little while.

Yeah.

Okay.

That's beautiful.

It's passed down
through our family

for six generations.

Would you like to do the honors?

Oh, no, I shouldn't.

You should.

Okay. Thank you.

I'll go grab a step stool.

I'll get that.

Hey, I thought I lost this!

It was a gift from Matt.

When he lived in Manhattan,

he would send a different
decoration every year

so that he could
be with us in spirit.

Matt lived in New York?

Yeah, for years he taught
at Lexington University.

And why did he leave?

Well, my father passed away
early last year,

and mom was having
a very difficult time

taking care of the farm alone,

so Matt uprooted his whole life

to come out and help her.

He got the university
to sponsor a dissertation

while he's here.

There's four feet of snow,

night is day,

and I have to stand on my head
just to get reception.

And there's no way
you can get to another airport?

No.

The nearest one
is 10 hours away,

and every flight is booked,
thanks to Christmas.

What are you going to do?

I just...
manage things from here

until the plane is fixed.

So, tell me more
about this Señor Jingle Bell.

Is he cute?

I'm in the middle of a crisis.

It doesn't matter
how cute the flower guy is.

You're right.

The better question is,
is he single?

Wait a minute.

Are you making turrónes?

Sí!

I finally talked Tia Linda

into giving me
the secret recipe.

No!

This whole time,

the secret ingredient
was acacia honey.

Yeah!

I hate being so far away.

I know.

But it's good practice...

for London.

Right.

Hey, Kara,

I'm gonna have to
call you back, okay?

Okay!

Good morning!

Hi.

Look at all that snow.

Wouldn't you rather
play outside?

Well, I would,

but my mom says
I have to practice on the piano

for an hour every day.

I see.

Well, I'll leave you to it.

The community center's
pipes froze.

So we just lost
our venue for the dance?

Good morning.

Good morning. Hi.

Hey.

There's coffee in the pot.

Thank you.

Maybe we can split up the dance

over two different venues?

No, don't do that.

I'm sorry.

I'm minding my own business.

We had been planning
to make the food on site,

but even if we do find
a new spot to host,

we most likely
won't have access to a kitchen.

I guess we could find volunteers

that can make something simple
and transport.

Lasagna, maybe?

I'm guessing that's a "no," too.

You can't serve lasagna.

If the venue is already small,

that means seating is limited.

You can't serve a food
that's difficult to eat,

especially one that stains.

She has a point.

Sorry I'm late.

A moose and its calf
were crossing Beacher Road.

I'm starting to think
these moose crossings

are worse than
rush-hour traffic.

Any luck with
the community center?

It's definitely a no,

but I might have an alternative.

I know it's not much
to look at now.

It's the best we can do
under the circumstances.

It's either this,
or we cancel the dance.

Well, it's certainly big enough.

I know you'll
be able to work wonders.

I'll do my best.

If there's anything else
you need,

let me know.

Diamond in the rough.

The very, very rough.

The Jingle Bell dance

is supposed to be
the festival's big finale.

You know, the night everyone
looks forward to all year.

This? This is a disaster.

Meh, I once planned
a destination wedding

on a cruise ship,

and the night before,
it was stuck in an island port

500 miles away.

And what did you do?

What you're going to do now...

improvise.

Look, all you need
is just a little imagination.

We can put the band there.

Then we can just scatter tables
around the hall

and string up some lights.

"We"?

Well, I'm clearly stuck here
for the time being,

so let me help you.

It's the least I can do.

Cool.

Those don't go together.

Actually, they're both
indigenous to the region.

All right.

Ta da!

Not bad.

Trust me.
This is what I do.

That looks beautiful.

Well...

we might as well
put that expertise to good use.

Jessica, do you think

you could give me a hand
with these lights?

I don't know what happens
in this box,

but they always end up
a tornado.

I'd be happy to help.

Thank you, Jack.

Another fire.

You can handle this
on your own, right?

- Yeah, of course.
- Great, thank you.

You're a lifesaver.

Hey.

Hey, I don't know what to do
with these napkins.

Let me see.

You don't like it?

I could also do an elf's hat,

or a tree, or a swan,

but that doesn't
really fit the decor...

- No, it's lovely.
- Here, you try.

Okay.

Like this?

Well, that might be
better than mine.

Amanda,

do you know
where the white lights are?

Yes, we stored them
back in the supply closet.

I'll go get them.

Here you go.

Thank you.

No problem.

What's this?

Well, the elementary school

used to hold
their Christmas pageants here.

Really?

I have an idea.

Cool.

What are you thinking?

Well...

I can't decide.

What's our theme?

What do you mean?

What do you want
our snowman to be?

Jolly?

I'd go with the top hat,

and don't worry,

I'm waving my normal
consultation fee.

All right.

So, hold on,
what brought all this on?

We...

we used to have one of these
every year in my town.

And let me guess,
you were the reigning champion?

No.

I was the judge.

What is all this?

A snowman-building contest.

Jessica's idea.

I just thought
that they might have fun.

I think we may have found
a new addition to the festival.

Me too.
Good job.

Thanks.

That's a beautiful song.

Off your second album, right?

Hi!

I thought I was meeting

with Entertainment Tonight
tomorrow.

I'm not a reporter.

I'm with Novak Events.
I have your veil.

I just want to reassure you

we're dotting every "i"
and crossing every "t"

when it comes to your big day.

I appreciate that.

Jessica has not let me down yet.

Well, hopefully she'll be back
in time for the ceremony.

You don't think she will be?

She's certainly trying her best.

I know how stressful it can be

to have your wedding planner
out of reach.

I'm Rebecca.

You can feel free to call me
day or night.

Thank you.

No. No, no, no, no, no, no.

It's 209 vegetarians,

86 gluten free, and 17 paleo,

and a partridge in a pear tree.

Okay, that last part was a joke.

Wait, hello?

Hello?

The call dropped.

I have almost
no cell service here.

Well, for some,
it's a selling point.

Who? Who are these people?

Everyone, gather 'round!

I'm going to need your help.

We're gonna light up the tree,

so let's count down
from three, okay?

All together!

Three!

Two!

One!

Aren't you glad
you didn't miss this?

Yeah.

Princess duty calls.

More photos?

Yup.

Come on, now.

Heavy is the head
that wears the crown.

All right.

So...

Jessica's nice.

When's the last time
you went out on a date?

Three months ago.

You set it up.

I remember that.

When's the last time
you went out on a second date?

Amanda,

it's not that I don't appreciate

your well-intentioned meddling...

Assistance.

But I'm just not ready

for a relationship right now.

Well, maybe
you don't have to look.

Maybe one just dropped in
with the blizzard.

Do you want
two flapjacks or three?

Matt...

It's been two years,

and I know that you were hurt,

but if you dwell on
all the might-have-beens,

you're gonna close yourself off
to all the wonderful could-bes.

- Hey.
- Hey.

We're just heading down
to the hall

to do some decorating.

You okay?

Yeah...

I just, I haven't heard
from Renee today.

Isn't that a good thing?

Not when she typically

calls me
more than my own sister.

She called me yesterday,
and didn't leave a message,

and I called her back,
and she didn't answer.

I really can't afford
to lose her trust.

Pulling off this wedding

is a "make or break"
for my career.

Well, maybe
you should remind Renee

why you came up here
in the first place.

Do you have any mistletoe?

No.

That's too bad.

Would have been nice.

Nothing says "love"
quite like mistletoe.

I don't understand.

Did you know that mistletoe
is actually pretty toxic?

Way to suck the romance
out of the room.

Romance, huh?

Just keep clipping.

You know, I have to admit,

Renee has good taste.

These look great in a bouquet.

I don't know how you do it.

Well, it's just about
lining up the stems...

No, no, I mean,

spend your life racing around

trying to meet
someone else's whims, you know?

Weddings can be stressful
for couples,

and everyone expects perfection,

and the unwritten rule
of celebrity weddings

is that it has to be
bigger and more unique

than the last.

Did you always know

that this
is what you wanted to do?

Yeah. When I was little,
I used to beg my mother

to plan the Christmas parties

and the birthdays.

I just...

I like bringing people together.

Creating memories.

What about your own memories?

What about them?

What did you do last Christmas?

I was at a ski chalet

in Val d'Isere, France.

Unforgettable eggnog.

Okay, were you surrounded
by friends and family,

or clients and guests?

Okay, well, what about you?

When were you going to tell me
that you lived in New York?

The secret's out, huh?

Okay, well...

I was married,

and, long story short,

it didn't work out.

I'm sorry.

No, no, no, wasn't meant to be.

I know that now,

but at the time, it was hard,

being in New York.

But Alaska has been good for me.

It gave me space.

And are you planning
on going back?

I don't know.

I think I'm... I'm happy
right where I am.

This collar is tighter
than I remember.

Goodness.

Sorry, I thought
she might get a better idea

if she saw it on a jacket.

Bad idea, right?

No, no, no!

No, no, no, it's...

It's a great idea.

Okay, well,

I got this
for last year's festival.

I haven't worn it very often.

How do I...?

Here.

Let me.

They smell good.

How do I look?

You look good.

Here.

Say "Jingle Bells".

Okay, just smile.

The sun is already setting.

I don't think I'll ever
get used to that.

Hey, can I show you something?

Yeah, what?

It's a surprise.

Just let me get changed.

Okay.

The Aurora Borealis.

I...

All right,
let's get you up here.

Yeah...

I've seen it hundreds of times,

and it never loses its magic.

What?

I just...

It's just that if...

If you would have told me
a week ago

that I would just be
sitting on a truck,

just staring at the sky,

I would have said you were nuts.

Yup.

Honestly, life is too precious
to just race through.

Sometimes you just gotta stop
and appreciate what's around.

Thank you...

for bringing me here.

Of course.

You know, I thought
you might wanna make a memory

all your own.

I've never seen
anything like it.

Clearest night all week.

I feel like we got really lucky.

Yeah, I guess we did.

So...

I'm gonna go.

Okay.

Good night.

'Night.

Hey, Matt?

Hey?

Thank you.

My pleasure.

I am still mad at you.

Hey.

You still having trouble
with that note?

I always forget which key it is.

Give me one second.

Here.

I used to do this
to my niece, Kaylee,

when she was learning.

And it helped?

She's the hit
of every Christmas party.

Okay... which key was it?

- This one?
- Yeah.

I got it!

I knew you would!

Try again.

That's so good.

I'd play along with you,
but I just...

I'm a little rusty.

I thought you said you played
with your niece.

Yeah, I... I used to.

I haven't in a while.

Why not?

Well, I've been a little busy.

Yeah.

Hi! You've reached
Kara Lawson.

Leave a message after the tone,

and have a very merry Christmas.

Hey, sis, it's me.

I...

I was just thinking about you,

and I wanted to say hi.

Call me back, okay?

Bye.

Hey, what's going on?

Hey...

we're gonna take a little break.

Grab your boots and your jacket.

Okay.

So, we're making snow angels?

Yeah, at Foley Field.

It's one of the most
popular events at the festival.

But isn't that a little...

juvenile?

What are you doing?

Checking the festival bylaws.

Nope,

nothing about an age limit,

but you gotta be
this tall to participate,

and look at that,
you just squeaked through.

Let's go...

Well, I'm not really
dressed for it.

Hey, look, it's the Princess!

Yes, right here.

Snow angels!

Let's go.

Okay, so do we just...

No, no, not yet.

We gotta look for
the perfect canvas.

Okay, where did you
do it last year?

I didn't.

Why not?

It's more fun with a partner.

Okay, here.

This is the spot?

Yeah.

All right. Go ahead.

Me?

Yeah.

Fall back.

No. You first.

Okay, we'll go together.

Together.

Okay.

Okay.

Come on.

All right.

And... three!

You were right.

Yeah, that was fun.

Cold, but fun.

Hot chocolate?

- Yeah.
- All right, cool.

Barbara?

The reporter
from Esquire is here

hoping to get
some behind-the-scenes

on the Renee wedding.

I'll be right there.

Any word from Jessica?

No new updates.

Maybe it's time

for someone to step in.

Renee is pretty adamant
about sticking with Jessica.

In these cases,
I defer to the bride.

Besides, Jessica has been
true to her word

in staying on top of things
remotely.

You and I both know
the last 48 hours are chaos,

and they cannot be handled
on a conference call.

She's done a good job,

but we can't afford a fumble.

Let me get this
over the finish line.

I'll grab these, and...

Yeah. I'm going to...

- Okay.
- Yeah.

All right. Thanks.

- Hi.
- Hi.

Let me know
if you need any help.

Okay, thank you.

Those are Jingle Bell flower
pendants.

Right, snowflake or candy cane?

Snowflake.

All right.

And what are we cheers-ing to?

To getting home.

To getting home.

See anything you like?

Yeah, I was looking for
something for my sister.

I...

I opened
my Christmas present early.

Our mother had one just like it
when we were little.

It's lovely.

My assistant
got her a gift card.

Yeah.

My sister and I live
in the same city,

and I can hardly find
a minute for her,

and I swear
my niece grows a foot taller

every time I see her.

Maybe you should change that
when you get back.

Yeah.

So, what is the Bouquet
of Blessings, exactly?

Well, every member of the town

is given a bouquet
of the Jingle Bell flowers,

and they write
their Christmas wish

on a little tag,

and attach it to the flowers,

and then they place it
in the display.

It's like a little reminder

that Christmas
is a time of hope,

but you'll see that tonight.

Tonight?

Yeah, at the dance.

I...

I didn't realize I was going.

Well, I mean,

you can't come
to the Jingle Bell festival

and miss the best part.

I don't have anything to wear...

I'm sure you'll look great
in anything.

I mean, that
there's not like a dress code,

or anything like that.

So...

would you like to go?

Yeah, I would.

All righty, then.

Let's go.

This should fit.

We're about the same size.

Thank you.

The only clothing store in town

doesn't sell formal wear,

and I didn't think
I should show up in a parka.

Well, I think

you're gonna
knock Matt's socks off.

Well, we're not...

It's... it...

He's only taking me
because I helped.

- Right.
- My mistake.

No, really.

- We believe you.
- We do.

Now, what are you thinking
about doing with your hair?

Hey...

It's too much.

Your cousin talked me
into the heels and the hair.

No, you look beautiful.

Hey, captain Jack!

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas, indeed.

I've got good news.

The part came in early.

Really?

Yup. Flight's
back on schedule.

Wheels up,
8:00 a.m. sharp tomorrow.

Is there any way
we can leave any sooner?

Airport's closed, I'm sorry.

Not much fun

being away from
people you care about

during the holidays.

I'm sure you're eager
to get back.

Yeah... yeah.

There's your chance.

My chance?

Mistletoe.

Welcome, Tapeesa,

to the final night

of the Jingle Bell Flower
Festival.

These past few days

have been full of
a lot of wonderful moments

with friends and family,

but we've reached my favorite
part of the festival,

the Bouquet of Blessings.

So if you'll all join me
at the back of the room,

and if I could request the help

of our Jingle Bell Princess?

Jess...

Merry Christmas.
There you go.

Thank you.

Thanks.

Thank you.

I'm going to get on stage.

Okay. Yeah.

Madame.

Merry Christmas, Mary.

Merry Christmas, Ben,

and thank you again
for the lovely tree.

Well, when I saw it,
I... I thought of you.

Listen, I was just thinking...

Well, I thought...

Look, I'm not very good at this.

Would you like to dance?

Yes.

You look lovely.

Thank you.

So, what did you write?

It's a secret.

Okay, I see, I see.

I don't think

I've ever seen anything
quite so beautiful.

Yeah, me too.

Yeah.

I haven't done this in a while.

Here.
I've had to help many grooms

with their first-dance jitters.

Just... look at me,

take a deep breath...

and sway.

Yeah, there you go.

So, it looks like
tonight was a success.

Yeah, seems so.

Thank you,

for all your help.

I'm the one
that should be thanking you.

For what?

For bringing
a little Christmas spirit

to my week.

Well, you know...

I could ignore that.

No, no, it's okay.

- Are you sure?
- Go ahead.

Okay.

Hello?

Hello, hello, hello,

can you hear me?

Please tell me

what I'm hearing
in the background

is a noisy airport terminal.

Not exactly,
but I should be able

to fly out tomorrow morning.

That is cutting it
real close, Jessica.

Even if everything goes
exactly perfect,

you still need time to prep.

I think,
given the circumstances,

it makes sense that Rebecca
takes it from here.

You're taking me
off the account?

I've spoken with Renee,

and she agrees

it's best for everyone involved.

What about the flowers?

We're gonna have to make do
with what we have.

Barbara, please, I...

I can do this.

I know I can.

I just need
a little bit more time.

We're out of time.

I'm sorry, Jessica.

Hey, there you are.

You gotta be freezing.

What's wrong?

I just lost everything.

What happened?

I told my boss

that I couldn't fly out
until tomorrow,

and they said
they couldn't wait.

I tried so hard, and...

and I let everyone down.

I put everything I had
into this wedding.

I did long hours.

Thousands of phone calls.

I sacrificed dates...

Christmas plans...

all to make this perfect,

and now I can't even see it
until the end.

Maybe it worked out
for the best.

How can you say that?

Well, are you happy, Jess?

You're always trying to make
someone else's dream come true,

and never your own?

Well, I guess
I can't be like you.

I can't hide out in Alaska

with my life on hold
thousands of miles away.

Okay, that's not fair.

I'm sorry. I have to go.

Hey, Jessica, wait.

Jessica!

...fly down to Seattle,
have a bite to eat.

I'm sorry, I gotta tell you,

you look absolutely
stunning tonight.

Thank you.

Hey, I thought you left.

Everything okay?

I need a favor.

I'm sorry, Jessica.
I had no choice.

I needed someone here.
I can't do this on my own.

No, no, don't be.

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry that I let you down.

I know how much you wanted
Jingle Bell flowers

in your bouquet.

I want you to know

I appreciate
everything you've done.

I wish it could be different,

and I'm just so sorry

you're 3,000 miles away
from your family

because of me.

Don't be.

I made the choice.

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

Hey, come in.

I just got a call from Matt.

He wants you to pack up
everything you've got.

We're supposed to meet him
at the airport in 20.

Wait.

The airport? Why?
What's going on?

You're going home.

Are you leaving?

Yeah, I gotta get home.

Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas.

You take care, okay?

- Okay.
- Okay.

Hi!

Got everything?

Yes, I think so.

I'm definitely leaving

with a lot more
than I came with.

I hope you have room
for one more thing.

You didn't have to.

I give one to all
of the festival volunteers.

You make sure
to reach out to Matt

when you touch down.

Let us know you got in safe.

I will. Thank you.

How is this happening?

Maggie made some calls
to open the airport.

We wanted to make sure.

Thank you.
Wait, "we"?

Isa!

Good luck.

Thank you.

Mr. Gregory...

Hey, Mr. G.

Wait, who's flying the plane?

I'm not sure.

I am.

Of course.

See you out there.

Yes.

Yeah.

The flowers are all set,

and I called ahead
to the Anchorage airport,

let them know the proper way
to store the flowers

when you switch planes.

I can't believe
you did all this.

Thank you...

for everything.

Of course.

Well, you need to...

Yeah, yeah, I...

Wait a second here.

For your flight.

I mean, in case you get hungry.

Yeah.

Okay, I'm gonna...

I'm gonna go.

Hey, Matt?

Yeah?

If you're ever
back in New York, just...

look me up.

Yeah.

I'll do that.

Okay.

The caterers are set.

I doubled the security detail,

since the paparazzi started
staking out their spot

a day early,

and the dress is on its way
to Renee now.

And the bouquet?

We put in that order
last minute.

I'll call the florist
to get an update.

That won't be necessary.

I've got
the Jingle Bell flowers.

Jessica?

I thought you were stuck
in Alaska.

I was,

but we have the reputation

of making the impossible
possible.

Well, I'm a woman of my word.

The promotion is yours.

About that...

I hope I'm not too late.

Of course not.

- I turned down the London job.
- You did?

Why?

I think I want to stick
a little closer to home.

You opened it early!

I did. I'm sorry.

You know I've never been good
with patience.

Look who made it!

Feliz Navidad.

- Feliz Navidad.
- Feliz Navidad.

Tia Jess!

I hope Jessica got home in time.

She did.

She let me know.

You two seem to have gotten
very close.

Yeah.

I mean, she was a big help.

Is that all?

I mean, there might have been
something there,

for a minute,

but that moment passed.

Are you sure?

I'm here,

and she has her life
back in New York.

So do you, Matt.

Not anymore.

But you could.

You know what, aunt Mary,

if I didn't know any better,

I'd think that you were trying
to get rid of me.

I appreciate
everything you've done,

helping me
when your uncle passed,

but I think it's time

for you to finish
that dissertation

and get back to the life
you built for yourself

in New York.

It's finished.

What?

My research.

Yeah, I finished it a while ago.

I guess I haven't been ready
to... go back.

Maybe you finally
found something

worth returning for.

It's perfect.

Not quite.

You got them.

I promised, didn't I?

Mom...

They're beautiful.

She got them.

The ceremony is in 15 minutes.

Jessica?

Thank you.

Of course.

She got them.

Give me one second.

Thank you so much
for the perfect ceremony.

Take these.

Maybe they'll bring
some luck for you.

Thank you.

What are you doing here?

Well, you did say
if I was ever in the city...

I spoke to the Dean
at the university.

I'll be teaching classes again
next semester.

Right down the road, actually.

So you're back?

For good?

Yeah.

Look, I went to Alaska
for a fresh start,

and I stayed

because I was scared
of getting hurt again,

but when you close yourself off,

the good stays out, too.

Jess, I want
to take a risk again...

if that risk is you.

So... what do you think?

I guess wishes do come true.

Nice jacket.

Thank you.

I thought you might need
a date to the reception, so...

- Shall we?
- We shall.

- You look great.
- Thank you.

Be careful.

How's everybody back home?

They're going to feel good.

Yeah?

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by VaVooM