7.8 stars.
Put away your preconceived notions of the PenaVega duo and "Love in the Limelight" can be transformed into a wonderful experience. I myself have never seen them together in a movie until now, so I guess I'm still a bit green.
This film has everything desired in a romantic drama. The acting is well done, the chemistry is great, the story flows, the dialogue is clever, hilarious, and fun. The characters are real, the leads are proficient, her papa stands out, but her abuela is extraordinary. The only reason this does not exceed 8 stars is because it does not evoke the pure x-factor emotional response I look for in a "great" Hallmark film.
There are several tearful moments, Alexa can act, she is a pro, and she makes you feel her anguish as if it's real. Not many actors are this capable. Carlos is not a bad actor, although he has moments where it shows that he's still a novice. Either way, "Love in the Limelight" is a very touching and intelligent movie that kept me engaged throughout. It is entertaining and meaningful, and I will return to it again in a couple of years.
Put away your preconceived notions of the PenaVega duo and "Love in the Limelight" can be transformed into a wonderful experience. I myself have never seen them together in a movie until now, so I guess I'm still a bit green.
This film has everything desired in a romantic drama. The acting is well done, the chemistry is great, the story flows, the dialogue is clever, hilarious, and fun. The characters are real, the leads are proficient, her papa stands out, but her abuela is extraordinary. The only reason this does not exceed 8 stars is because it does not evoke the pure x-factor emotional response I look for in a "great" Hallmark film.
There are several tearful moments, Alexa can act, she is a pro, and she makes you feel her anguish as if it's real. Not many actors are this capable. Carlos is not a bad actor, although he has moments where it shows that he's still a novice. Either way, "Love in the Limelight" is a very touching and intelligent movie that kept me engaged throughout. It is entertaining and meaningful, and I will return to it again in a couple of years.