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These are just some of the things we all know you wont actually do.
But mixed signals and fear abound when Peter and James seem to become more than friends.
Can these performers save the inn?
Doubtless, you already know the answer.
This is Dickens played straight and played incredibly well.
Theres a reason this story became a classic in the first place, after all.
Ferrell throws himself into the role with abandon, making Buddys naivete feel both convincing and winning.
Sure, hes a goofy, cheer-filled weirdo with a simplistic view of the world.
But maybe he has the right idea?
Hes well-matched by Zooey Deschanels performance as Jovie, who lets her characters cynicism melt away with each scene.
This Joe Dante horror-comedy has you covered.
Anyone sick of the holidays can have fun rooting for the bad guys to burn it all down.
(Yes,Youve Got Mailshares the same plot.
Both films draw from the Miklos Laszlo playParfumerie.
ButYouve Got Mailisnt filled with Christmas spirit, so save that one for another day.)
Just look at Muppet Tiny Tim: Little mini-Kermit is sure to make anyone melt.
The inventiveness and the rebellious spirit ofThe Nightmare Before Christmasmake it a one-of-a-kind classic.
The movie plays like a cozy old blanket you only half remember.
This is the immature, sophomoric Sandler ofBilly MadisonandHappy Gilmore, and the jokes are undeniably juvenile.
Dont tell the grandparents youre watching this they wont approve.
But how many other holiday movies feature deer who eat feces?
(Actually, dont answer that.
We dont want to know.)
Nearly 20 years later, it still more than holds up.
A love story, a tribute to the power of optimism … even a courtroom drama?
Also, because it was a landmark film thanks to it being a rare queer romantic comedy.
This movie is really, really great.
Its funny, heartwarming, and exactly what we all need to be watching at a time like this.
From there, we get aBatman Beginsstyle explanation of where Santa got all of his wonderful toys.
Fast-forward to the present day, and Santa is disillusioned by how commercial Christmas has gotten.
Never mind that the whole point of his existence is to make children lust after presents.
Those presents are made … with love.
Dave Schilling
