6.5/10

Love on the Slopes
2018
84 minutes
Director
Paul Ziller
Cast
Katrina Bowden
Thomas Beaudoin
Elysia Rotaru
Description
In "Love on the Slopes," Alex Burns, a copy editor from New York City, is sent to Ridgeline Resort, an extreme sports outpost, to write a story for a travel writing competition. At first, she struggles with the activities, much to the chagrin of Cole Taylor, an extreme sports enthusiast who thinks this city girl should head back to New York. But when Alex offers to assist Cole with his local arts festival, he reluctantly agrees to guide her as she faces her fears, trying one extreme sport after another.
Professions
Copy Editor
Extreme Sports Photographer
Settings & Cities
The story is set in the picturesque Ridgeline Resort, an extreme sports outpost nestled in the mountains, offering a perfect backdrop for adventure and romance.
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
New York City, New York
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Review
Love on the Slopes – Snow Much Drama, So Little Time
Hallmark movies are known for their signature blend of romance, drama, and picture-perfect locations, and Love on the Slopes is no exception, except this time, they’ve added skis, snowboards, and the ever-present "will they, won't they?" tension that makes you wonder if love on the slopes is worth the frostbite.
Set in a cozy, picturesque ski resort, Love on the Slopes delivers everything you expect from Hallmark Channel movies: an unlikely pairing, a snowy backdrop, and an emotional cliffhanger—except this time, it’s literal! Our lead Paige (Anna Hutchison), a hotshot ski journalist, is assigned to cover the slopes, but what she didn’t sign up for was being teamed up with a rugged ski instructor who just happens to be her biggest critic—Jared (Jonathan Keltz). Because nothing says "I'm falling for you" like being ridiculed on a chairlift in front of the entire ski resort.
In true Hallmark movie fashion, Jared and Paige bump into each other, argue constantly, and pretend they can’t stand each other—only to realize that what they're actually falling for is not the ski slopes, but each other. If only there were more room for personal growth and fewer snowball fights that turn into romantic gestures. I mean, who knew that the key to falling in love was getting caught in a snowstorm with a guy who makes fun of your ski technique? Hallmark Channel movies really know how to make flirting look like an extreme sport.
As if the snowy romance weren't enough, we also get family drama, because what would a Hallmark Channel movie be without a little nostalgic heart-to-heart by the roaring fireplace? Paige’s "I-need-to-get-my-life-together" moment happens in the middle of a snowball fight (because why not add life-altering revelations while covered in snow?). But hey, it’s Hallmark, so you just roll with it. Snow and heartwarming moments are what they do best.
Let’s not forget the ultimate plot twist: after all the arguments, snow accidents, and over-the-top romantic gestures, Paige and Jared realize that the true meaning of the holiday season (or just life in general) is to let go of their egos, embrace their feelings, and ski down a mountain without actually falling in love first. Just kidding, they totally fall for each other, and it’s as sweet as a hot cocoa by the fire.
In conclusion, Love on the Slopes is another classic Hallmark movie that brings cold weather, hot chemistry, and so much unnecessary drama to a cozy ski resort near you. So grab your fluffy sweater, fuzzy slippers, and maybe even a pair of skis (for the illusion of athleticism), and let’s all get swept up in the romantic, snow-filled chaos that is Hallmark Channel movies. Just remember: in the world of Hallmark, no one ever gets frostbite—but they might just get love at first slope.