Top 10 Christmas Movies
/Top 10 Christmas movies
Christmas is fast approaching, and with Halloween passed, the new season is upon us. People everywhere are putting up tinsel, unpacking old decorations and heading out to buy new. With all the excitement of the Christmas season, many people will be ready to settle down with a cup of hot cocoa and re-watch their favourites. Christmas movies are almost always cheesy and predictable, but regardless of the staple Hallmark has on them, they are still worth it. So, settle in, and I'll give you my top ten Christmas movies that I believe are worthy of being in the Christmas genre.
10. Love Actually
A movie with Kiera Knightely, Alan Rickman, Hugh Grant, and Colin Firth? Count me in! Following the struggles of different characters during the Christmas season, this cheesy rom-com focuses on the one thing everyone wants to see more of, 'love.' Showing how love can intertwine each one of us, 'Love Actually' pulls you in from the get-go.
9. How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
I think this movie's audience is very selective. So many people say that the Grinch is dark and that young children are frightened of the way Jim Carrey allows himself to be perceived. But the truth of the matter is that the Grinch is dark. He always has been bleak, and I think the fact that Jim Carrey took on this role and acted it as he thought it should be done, really makes him stand apart from others. Because of Jim Carrey, this movie can stand on its own and is single-handedly raised it to something too much better than what Hollywood usually releases.
8. Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer (1964)
A classic! Everyone loves Rudolph and everyone knows his name! This movie makes you feel right at home and everyone loves it. You can't go wrong with Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer!
7. The Santa Clause
A fantastic Christmas film starring Tim Allen. Of course, Tim Allen makes it funny and full of adventure. Following the life of a man who is handed the life of Santa Clause, we see how it impacts him and the weight and the pressures of the suit hold. It's a light-hearted film that is easy and fun to watch at any age.
6. A Christmas Carol (2009)
Jim Carrey pulls it off again. Playing the role of Scrooge as well as the three ghosts that haunt him, this manages to be one of the best and scariest 'A Christmas Carol' to be made. The animation is fantastic and brings this movie to life. 'A Christmas Carol' is one of the films out there that has been recreated time and time again, and yet this one stands out to me. This movie is compelling and intriguing, but it is very dark. I don't recommend watching it with children as it focusses on the dark side of Dickens's original. Not child-friendly but worth the watch.
5. Christmas with the Kranks
Maybe not for everyone, but this movie is full of surprises that keep you on your toes and always has you laughing. Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis are comical as you follow them through their disastrous Christmas. Trying to make it perfect for their daughter's last-minute return home, you follow them through their chaotic plans. Laughter is something I can guarantee, and I promise you will finish the movie feeling lighter and happier.
4. It's a Wonderful Life
It's a Wonderful Life. And this movie makes its viewers see that. With faith, you can always keep going. It focusses on much more profound themes than what celebrating the holidays usually concerns. Following the life of George Bailey and seeing him want to end things during one of the 'happiest' times of the year, really opens your eyes. It's a great movie, and I think you have to watch this classic at least once in your life. This black and white film makes you think about what Christmas means to you and the importance of belonging.
3. The Holiday
Jude Law. Need I say anything else? This creative rom-com is beautifully done and pulls you into crazy adventurous love stories from the beginning credits.
2. Elf
Will Ferrell brings the character 'Buddy' to life in the classic Christmas movie 'Elf.' One of my all-time favourites, this movie is just full of cheer and happiness and is capable of putting you into the Christmas movie. Buddy is a pure character and always has you laughing as his naivety. It's an awesome movie for all ages and will have your eyes glued to the screen the entirety of the film.
1. Home Alone
I mean, come on. Home Alone. A classic. I have watched this movie every Christmas since I was probably seven years old. I have grown up with this movie present in my life, and it is my favourite Christmas movie. Maybe it's because it's one of the only films I can rope my dad into watching with me, but watching a movie with your entire family and hearing laughter the whole time is one of the greatest feelings. I love spending time with my family and watching movies that we all can enjoy, and this one fits the criteria every time. It's humorous and a great coming of age movie that is told in the most realistic way they could think of making this movie. It's got a 10 out of 10 from me, and I'm sure you would hear that from many other people.
These are only my top ten, but I hope that these get you into the Christmas spirit. I know it's only November, but I believe it's never too early to get into the holly jolly mood. I know some of my suggestions are a bit more on the dark side, but I think that Christmas is Christmas, and you got to see all the sides of it. If you have any other suggestions, let me know!
Esther J
Esther is a lover of travelling and is always going to new places. To pass time between adventures she can usually be found with her nose in a book
