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A Gingerbread Romance (2018): Cast & Ratings

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A Gingerbread Romance is a 2018 romantic film directed by Richard Gabai, starring Tia Mowry as Taylor, Shiraine Haas and Duane Henry. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes. Its Echo Score is 43/100.

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A Gingerbread Romance (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Director
Richard Gabai
Genre
Romance
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is A Gingerbread Romance About?

The premise of A Gingerbread Romance without spoilers.

Successful architect Taylor Scott is on the cusp of a promotion and a move to Paris when her boss assigns her a unique challenge: designing a life-sized gingerbread house for a holiday competition. To tackle this ambitious project, she teams up with talented pastry chef Adam Dale. Despite their differing approaches, a strong connection develops as they collaborate, blending architectural precision with culinary artistry in a festive and charming endeavor.

A Gingerbread Romance Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

A Gingerbread Romance Cast & Characters

Tia Mowry leads the cast as Taylor, with Shiraine Haas as Carolyn Scott and Duane Henry as Adam. Directed by Richard Gabai; 13 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Richard Gabai

More films directed by Richard Gabai, best-rated first: Justice, A Feeling of Home, Mommy I Didn’t Do It and Expecting Amish.

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Ratings

A Gingerbread Romance Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 43/100, strongest in sensory experience (50) and weakest in rewatch factor (35).

43 /100

A Gingerbread Romance Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, A Gingerbread Romance lands in the lower-middle range, reflecting a predominately unfavorable consensus tempered by a few appreciative remarks. Reviewers repeatedly cite uneven editing, sluggish pacing, and a predictable plot that hinder engagement. While the film’s attempt at diverse casting and occasional charming moments receive modest praise, the lack of compelling storytelling and weak performances dominate the critique, resulting in limited rewatch appeal.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 35

    In terms of art and craft, the film demonstrates notable shortcomings. Reviewers point to rough editing and inconsistent pacing that disrupt flow, while no specific strengths in cinematography or production design are highlighted. The absence of visual flair or innovative direction leaves the technical execution feeling flat. Consequently, the overall craftsmanship is judged subpar.

  • Character & Emotion 40

    Character and emotional resonance are uneven throughout the movie. Critics describe the leads as delivering stiff, awkward performances with limited chemistry, and the supporting cast as largely forgettable. A single child actress garners praise for authenticity, yet this isolated strength does not offset the broader acting deficiencies. The net impression is a moderate but unsatisfying character experience.

  • Story & Flow 45

    The story is viewed as predictable and lacking narrative drive. Reviewers mention a weak script, slow acceleration, and a far‑fetched premise that fails to sustain interest. Some enjoy the novelty of the gingerbread contest concept, but the overall plot is considered mediocre and insufficiently engaging. This results in a mixed but generally underwhelming assessment of the film’s storytelling.

  • Sensory Experience 50

    Sensory elements receive limited commentary, suggesting no standout audio or visual features. While the holiday setting provides a conventional festive backdrop, reviewers do not note distinctive soundtrack work or visual styling. The neutrality of sensory design contributes to an average rating, reflecting neither notable excellence nor glaring flaws.

  • Rewatch Factor 35

    Rewatch potential is low according to most critiques. Viewers report boredom, difficulty staying awake, and a lack of compelling reasons to revisit the film. A handful of positive reactions cite occasional charm, yet these are outweighed by pervasive fatigue and disengagement, leading to a diminished likelihood of repeat viewings.

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A Gingerbread Romance Trailers & Videos

The trailer of A Gingerbread Romance.

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A Gingerbread Romance Also Known As

Also known as “Une romance de Noël épicée”.

Also known as
  • Une romance de Noël épicée

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FAQ

A Gingerbread Romance FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of A Gingerbread Romance, each answered in a sentence.

How long is A Gingerbread Romance?

A Gingerbread Romance runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was A Gingerbread Romance released?

A Gingerbread Romance was released on December 16, 2018.

Who directed A Gingerbread Romance?

A Gingerbread Romance was directed by Richard Gabai.

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Who is in the cast of A Gingerbread Romance?

A Gingerbread Romance stars Tia Mowry as Taylor, Shiraine Haas as Carolyn Scott and Duane Henry as Adam, among 13 credited actors.

Does A Gingerbread Romance have a post-credit scene?

No. A Gingerbread Romance has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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