Blake Shelton - Not-So-Family Christmas is a comedy-laden musical extravaganza, starring the country music superstar Blake Shelton himself. The movie was premiered on December 3, 2012, on NBC, and is a perfect holiday fare for people of all ages. The movie has a runtime of approximately 60 minutes and is directed by Ivan Dudynsky. The premise of the movie is that Blake Shelton wants to host a proper, down-home-family Christmas, but things never go as planned. The show is set in a rustic cabin in the woods, somewhere in Oklahoma, and features musical numbers, hilarious skits, and plenty of star power. The entire cast of The Voice features in the show as well, further upping the star quotient of the show.
The movie starts with a customary Christmas carol by Blake Shelton, in which he sets the tone of the movie, singing about how he wants to have a real, old-fashioned, family Christmas. However, from the get-go, things go haywire, as Blake's mother, Dorothy, starts interrupting him, and Dick Shelton, Blake's father, appears in outlandish cowboy attire. Thus, the audience is set for a roller coaster of a ride, with plenty of surprises in store.
The movie is structured loosely around a family Christmas party, with Blake and his co-hosts - Reba McEntire, Kelly Clarkson, Christina Aguilera, and Adam Levine - taking turns to host various segments of the show. The show features performances from many other notable singers such as Larry the Cable Guy, Jay Leno, and Cher. Their performances weave in with the skits, making it a seamless experience.
Blake Shelton's contribution to the musical score of the movie is fundamental, and he brings down the house with his enthusiastic and heartfelt renditions of both classic and contemporary Christmas favorites. As one of the top country music singers in the world, Blake infuses his natural charm into the movie, and audiences cannot help but be awed by his charismatic personality.
The comedic skits in the movie are just as good as the musical performances. The skits have a distinct redneck flavor that is not only funny but also charming. The humor is sometimes subtle, sometimes outrageous, but always in good taste. There is a running gag throughout the movie about Kelly Clarkson's penchant for eating everything. The timing, delivery, and characterization of the actors are all top-notch.
Perhaps the most outstanding aspect of the movie is how it beautifully conveys the spirit of Christmas. It's the very essence of the festivities, the message of love, family, and togetherness that is at the heart of the movie. The movie does a great job of making it seem like you're sitting in the cabin with the cast, laughing with them, and enjoying the festivities.
In conclusion, Blake Shelton - Not-So-Family Christmas is an excellent movie for the holiday season, offering plenty of laughs and good cheer. While it may not merge violence or drama into the mix, it more than makes up for it by featuring hilarious skits, stunning musical performances, and endearing personalities that everyone will love. Blake Shelton manages to convey the joyousness of the holiday season and it is a movie that viewers can watch and re-watch every Christmas.
Blake Shelton - Not-So-Family Christmas is a 2016 music movie with a runtime of 43 minutes.
