Not much sets the scene better than a Christmas movie in the background of your living room as you sip on hot cocoa next to your loved ones. That’s why good Christmas movie recommendations are very important throughout the holiday season.
When some Bishop Kenny students were asked about their own favorite holiday films, they did not disappoint.
Elf:
Buddy the Elf may be one of the most memorable Christmas characters with all of his hilarious movie moments.
“Elf” follows Buddy as he travels from the North Pole all the way to New York City to find out more about his birth father, who to his surprise, is not an elf. Along the way, he goes through the typical experience that goes along with the “stranger in a strange land” trope.
“It’s very funny and it makes me happy during the holiday season,” junior Matthew Diaz said.
“Elf” is a great comedy that perfectly captures the Christmas Spirit.
Home Alone:
A Christmas classic, “Home Alone” holds a special place in the hearts of many.
Little Kevin McCallister partying alone while his family is in Paris, and setting up the traps to stop the burglars from robbing his home makes for some of the most iconic scenes in movie history. This movie in particular can be very nostalgic for many families.
“There was a Christmas tradition in my family [where] we watch the movie [Home Alone] every day a week before Christmas,” junior Khamari Scott said.
As this movie ages, the love people have for this movie grows with it.
The Nightmare Before Christmas:
It may be considered a Halloween movie as well, but “Christmas” is still in the title.
“The Nightmare Before Christmas” is a fun stop-motion film, following Jack Skellington, who is bored of the same traditions Halloweentown has each year. He discovers Christmas and sets out to make his own version of the holiday.
“I like the character development from Jack Skellington and how he realizes his way of controlling Christmas is actually wrong,” junior Tyler Nguyen said.
Whether it be during the Halloween or Christmas season, this movie is perfect for both occasions.
Klaus:
A more recent film from this decade, Netflix has created such an underrated treasure.
After a postman named Jesper gets sent to Smeerensburg to deliver letters, he meets a large toy maker named Klaus. They team up to deliver gifts to the children, creating the iconic persona of Santa Claus that we all know and love today.
“[“Klaus”] whole-heartedly embodies the Christmas message of growth through giving that warms my heart every watch during the Christmas season,” junior Yedda Lazarte said.
With a rather emotional ending and unique animation style, “Klaus” truly delivers and remains an underrated gem to watch during the holidays.
The Santa Clause:
My own personal favorite, “The Santa Clause” perfectly encompasses the true meaning of Christmas.
After Santa Claus falls off the roof of divorced dad Scott Calvin, that signs him up to become the next man to take over the job. Not only must he handle becoming the next Santa, but he also must combat rising conflict with custody over his son Charlie and strengthen their relationship.
This movie comes immediately to mind when imagining Christmas. It’s the perfect movie for the family to watch together, as my own family has many running jokes relating to this movie.
While “The Santa Clause” may be my favorite Christmas movie, I wouldn’t say no to watching any of the other recommendations.
