: Many viewers praised the chemistry between Roxanne McKee (Amanda) and David Witts (Prince Leopold), noting they provided a "warm and flirtatious" energy that made the romance work.
: Some found the dialogue "dull" or "mediocre," with one reviewer describing the 90-minute runtime as a "slog" due to a lack of narrative depth.
: A few eagle-eyed viewers on Letterboxd noted distracting "ADR nonsense," where the voice of the antagonist, Beatrice Bitterly, didn't seem to sync with the actress's lip movements. Picture Perfect Royal Christmas
: For fans of the genre, it’s described as a "solid" choice that provides a "cozy and touching" atmosphere perfect for relaxed holiday viewing. The Lowlights
: The production design stands out, with reviewers on IMDb giving "kudos" to the wardrobe department and highlighting the beautiful, snowy Bulgarian castle where it was filmed. : Many viewers praised the chemistry between Roxanne
(2020) is a classic "Christmance" film that follows Amanda, a photographer’s assistant who impersonates her boss to cover a royal holiday in the kingdom of Pantrea, only to fall for Prince Leopold.
While reviewers from IMDb and Letterboxd generally agree the film hits all the standard festive tropes, their opinions on the execution vary widely. : For fans of the genre, it’s described
If you love royal-themed Christmas movies and are looking for something easy to watch with great costumes, this is worth a stream on Amazon Prime Video. However, if you’re tired of the "imposter" trope, you might find it a bit too familiar. Picture Perfect Royal Christmas (TV Movie 2020)