Christmas for a Dollar (2013)

In the austere grip of the Great Depression, the resilient Kamp family grapples with the compounded afflictions of financial hardship and the heartrending loss of Mrs. Kamp. The older children shoulder the burden of family care, yet the younger ones, Norman, a fervent Hopalong Cassidy enthusiast battling polio, and Ruthie, a refreshingly candid little girl, bear the weight of a future shrouded in uncertainty. As the burdensome medical bills from Norman's polio treatments cast a looming shadow, the prospect of a Christmas devoid of presents and cheer seems inevitable. Yet, in the midst of despair, their beleaguered father musters a glimmer of hope, scraping together a single dollar for the family to purchase gifts. The gesture, modest yet monumental, sparks a transformation within the family. The children, driven by the spirit of giving, creatively strategize to gift each other something special, the dollar serving as a beacon of hope rather than a symbol of their poverty. In this heartwarming journey, they discover that the magic of Christmas isn't found in material possessions but in the boundless love and miracles that flourish even in the bleakest of circumstances. With every cherished wish coming true, the Kamps realize that even a boy who struggles to walk might find his inner cowboy, embodying the true essence of the holiday spirit. As they navigate their journey, the family learns that love, not money, is the core ingredient for a joyous Christmas, brimming with miracles and imbued with the true spirit of giving.

Christmas for a Dollar is a drama movie featuring James Gaisford and directed by John Lyde.

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