Christmas is almost here! Not only you know it, but cinema knows it too. The charm of this season has inspired many filmmakers and therefore, these holidays are the setting for many films of all genres and styles. Do you already have your plans for the holidays? Light the fireplace, prepare your snacks and stay at home to enjoy the best Christmas movies to lift your holiday spirit this season.
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It’s a Wonderful Life
This film, released in 1946, tells the story of George Bailey, a generous businessman, who is on the verge of losing his father’s company. Frustrated, he plans to commit suicide on Christmas Day! Just as he is about to jump off a bridge, an angel appears to him and shows him what life would be like if he had never existed. This is the most beloved classic Christmas film of all time, and marked history to be premiered in the first complete Christmas since the end of World War II. Inspiring and emotional, this family drama seeks to convey just one message: that life is wonderful and worth living! Make your life more wonderful by watching this movie as a family! It’s worth it!
The Nightmare Before Christmas
This movie released in 1993 introduces us to Jack who is the king of Halloween and finds a secret passage to the kingdom of Christmas, as what he sees enchants him he prepares to bring Christmas to Halloween Town by kidnapping Father Christmas. Directed by Tim Burton, the film combines the Christmas spirit with a dark fantasy and its unique style and characters have made it one of the most memorable films of the season. Burton’s stamp on this film has catapulted him to fame, with his unique stop motion animation. Would you watch it for Halloween or Christmas? It’s perfect for either occasion!
Home Alone
Who didn’t dream as a child of being left alone at home and doing whatever they wanted? This dream comes true for Kevin, who is accidentally left home alone for the family Christmas holiday. As an 8 year old, we follow him through his antics and how he has to stop two burglars from robbing his house while his parents are away. Funny, innocent, exciting, it has it all! That’s why this 1990 film directed by Chris Columbus is such a Christmas classic. Home Alone was number 1 in the USA for 12 consecutive weeks and with a gross of £147 billion remained the most successful live-action comedy of all time, second only to Hangover Part II. Its success is such that in the world of cinema its title is used as a verb to talk about films with a huge unexpected success. If you haven’t seen it yet, I give you 10 seconds to follow our advice, get out of our sight and go see it 1, 2…. 10! *fires a gun*
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
This movie from the 2000 get into live action, the story developed by Dr. Seuss. I think we all know our absolutely lovable and grumpy protagonist. The Grinch lives alone in the remote mountains of Whoville. Something makes him unique he is green and hates Christmas. One day little Cindy Lou who believes in the holiday spirit try to change that and show him to enjoy it. You certainly will laugh and discover the real value of this holidays. As a matter of fact, you should know that the Grinch was originally black and white with pink eyes according to the storybook of Dr. Seuss, but thanks to the director Chuck Jones of the first animated movie in 1996, he earned his iconic green color ¿You want to get into Christmas spirt? Come on, don´t be as Mr. Grinch, enjoy this movie this December as it is the first time!
Elf
This 2003 comedy quickly became a Christmas classic. Here we meet Buddy, an orphan who was raised as an elf at the North Pole. When he discovers that he was adopted, he decides to go to New York City to look for his biological father, who he doesn’t know exists. On this journey he enters the human world without losing his Christmas elf spirit. As an added bonus, although the film is set in New York, it was filmed in Vancouver and the actors had to travel to the city to film in the city. A charming, good natured comedy for all familiy to enjoy. Will Farrell’s performance is out of this world. You won’t stop laughing, I’m telling you!
The Polar Express
Choo- Choo! All on board! Nothing is more magical than The Polar Express. In this movie from 2004, we follow the story of a young boy who in disbelief of Christmas, joins a train that heads to the North Pole to meet Santa Claus. In this journey with the company of new friends he learns the value of friendship and that magic never fades away for the ones that keep believing. The Polar Express revolved the industry as being listed as the first all-digital capture film in 2006 Guinness Book of World Records. Tender, emotional and a childhood portrait. This movie is a must in your Christmas movie list!
Do you want to get more?
Check some of our honorable mentions for good movies to enjoy this Christmas
- The Santa Clause (1994)
- A Christmas Carol (2009)
- Miracle in 34th Street (1994)
- White Christmas (1954)
- A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965)
So, are you ready? Get your most comfty covers and enter this holiday season the best way possible: Inmmerse in the cinematic universe of Christmas movies!
