Are you ready to indulge in a movie that has everything that makes a romantic, heartfelt and feel-good movie truly wonderful? "Retreat to You" is one of those Hallmark originals that's guaranteed to make you smile and give you all the warm fuzzies.
The Story Behind Retreat to You
In 2023 a delightful movie filled with all sorts of romance, set up with two amazing friends in an idyllic wilderness retreat that makes it all the more compelling, full of romance, challenges, and plenty to look at.
The journey takes place with the heart of the movie as we go on a trip with Abby and Rachel! The adventure to reconnect their friendship is something viewers can expect as a part of this wonderful film. The story is full of exciting twists and turns. A key element of the show is how the character, Abby (who's played by Emilie Ullerup), goes through an inspiring self-discovery!
A big turning point comes when Abby gets the chance to reconnect with a guy from her past: Sean (played by Peter Mooney)! You can really feel that the energy between these two performers is fantastic!
Retreat to You A Rom-Com Made for You:
Hallmark Movies are super iconic for giving you a little dose of feel good magic with amazing backdrops, including the outdoor locations they film! There's more than just amazing views. They put in some really exciting moments for their stories that involve challenges and moments that audiences will truly enjoy!
Get a look into how the "Retreat to You" crew put in some awesome filming locations!
- That retreat in "Retreat To You" is set in a beautiful location, giving those who are ready to chill, a special way to really take it in.
- There is just the right amount of adventure!
- As we watch "Abby," we see a character, someone who works hard in a public defender position and is on the verge of losing everything!
- Her best friend, "Rachel", is so supportive of her, bringing this adventure in her life! You get to see their journey as they make their way into this special wellness program and get a good dose of self-love to go with the experience!
The Actors in Retreat to You:
For a long time Hallmark movies have always featured great casts with Ullerup and Mooney coming together for something very special.
As their storyline starts unfolding they get a great deal of time to really connect. That allows Ullerup and Mooney to show off some special acting talent! Their dynamic makes their onscreen romance fun! But what happens as they go through these intense challenges really does add a super great deal of intrigue.
A Compelling Love Story:
There is so much heart in the latest movie that you might feel it is a perfect combination to get those happy feelings, which the hallmark formula always gives. However, one major misstep comes midway into this romantic film.
The 30-minute portion takes a lot away from the intensity of this movie because it doesn't bring much to the narrative! You will see this unfold! There's a lot of hiking involved for our star character, Abby! The moment has its special vibe! While those of us looking for action and excitement might be frustrated with this portion of "Retreat To You." For those fans who just want a classic feel good movie, you might appreciate the nice, slow parts of the movie and what it all represents.
The Ensemble Cast
Fans of this genre know that a great rom-com will also feature other strong actors to help take this story to the next level. With "Retreat To You" the same holds true. It gives audiences a great set of personalities! The main character, Rachel has a story to tell and gives you another opportunity for romantic moments! You see a different version of romance, even though the main duo is very entertaining, you also get to experience how "Rachel" is really finding someone that brings so much to her life.
One of those standout figures is Randy, who works at the retreat. They help with some amazing support, as they add another fantastic dose of charm to the overall film. That makes the entire cast, including some incredibly recognizable faces from television such as "Chris Gauthier. In all these moments, you see that a big cast truly has those extra special moments of fun to share with a whole new level of energy. This allows viewers to really be charmed and have their spirits uplifted!
"Retreat To You" brings out some important lessons that are more than just romantic for the characters! You really get a sense that everyone can change, evolve and make their own decisions when they get to have a moment to take it all in.
Make sure to add "Retreat to You" to your Hallmark watchlist! Even though some might find a slight lull midway through the movie, the romance really makes a powerful comeback and helps this charming movie to become one to share with your loved ones!
