ARTHUR CHRISTMAS is a criminally underseen, underrated gem from Aardman Animation, the team that brought us WALLACE AND GROMIT, and the ever-charming CHICKEN RUN. After years of sitting on the shelf (like an elf), I’m glad to see it getting some regular rotation on Disney Channel and Freeform for the holidays. And if you haven’t seen this one, I strongly encourage checking it out. …
Continue ReadingTRADING PLACES isn't exactly a traditional Christmas film. It does, in fact, take place around the holidays, including a company Christmas party that features a drunk and disgruntled Santa Claus, and there's a focus on themes of generosity and redemption. That counts.…
Continue ReadingCURB has racked up a lot of highway miles over the last eleven seasons. Luckily for the audience, they weren't bad miles. Oh, and "fun fact," I disagree with Larry. I don't want to be disrupted when I'm resting or sleeping.…
Continue ReadingAnd just like that, SOUTH PARK is back with a funny, heart-warming Christmas/Covid special.…
Continue ReadingWESTÂ SIDEÂ STORY is based on the original 1957 film and Broadway production. It is directed by the veteran, himself, Steven Spielberg.…
Continue ReadingI plan to have another CHRISTMAS VACATION viewing to cheer myself up and think of the amazing holidays I did get to spend with mom & dad. …
Continue ReadingLAST CHRISTMAS delivers in a beautiful and odd way while also constantly drilling that song into your head.…
Continue ReadingDo everything you can to avoid spoilers! And if you've seen it already, come find me so we can cry tears of joy for the triumphant accomplishment this movie represents to the SPIDER-MAN franchise!…
Continue ReadingCAROL OF THE BELLS is a stand-alone special that even people who don't watch TED LASSO can dive in and enjoy. It's a reminder of giving from your heart during the holiday season. Regardless of a couple of F-bombs, this small slice of "Double O heaven" is perfect for the entire family.…
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