The Last Straw (2014)

In the heart of the festive season, where love should be as abundant as the falling snow, the McDonald household is instead filled with the cacophony of constant squabbling. The glittering gifts and aromatic Christmas tree barely mask the absence of the genuine warmth of the first Christmas. Amidst this discord, Mom harks back to a forgotten tradition - building a plush crib for Baby Jesus, one straw at a time. Every secret act of kindness towards another family member earns the right to place a solitary straw in the manger. As if touched by the Christmas magic, the children's bickering ebbs away, and the handcrafted manger begins to brim over. The true spirit of Christmas slowly but surely permeates the McDonald home. However, a mandatory act of benevolence proves to be a heavier burden than anticipated for one family member. 'The Last Straw' is a heartwarming true tale that explores the transformative power of kindness and the true essence of the holiday season. The story is a testament to the potential of love to thaw the frostiest of hearts and fill the most divided of homes with harmony.

The Last Straw is a family movie featuring Corbin Bernsen and directed by Rob Diamond.

The Last Straw is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Cineverse, Plex, Plex Player and Xumo Play and it's also available on DIRECTV.