The holiday season is now in full swing, and that means nothing but Christmas music in every store you go to, commercials telling you everything you need to get your significant other and, of course, holiday movies left and right.
Sometimes, these movies are everything you need in an old, cheesy kind of way. But at what point does the 25 Days of Christmas finally wear itself out? I’m looking at you, ABC Family.
I love seeing Rudolph save the day, and nothing is sadder than when Frosty melts. Heck, I’ve even thought about sticking my tongue to a frosty metal object to see if it would really stick. But as much as these movies are classics, they are incredibly over-played.
There are certain films that are by no means holiday movies, but the best time to watch them is around the holidays. The first example that comes to mind is the “Harry Potter” film series.
Is it the snowy Christmas scenes that each movie might have? Possibly. Perhaps it’s the warm nostalgia that comes with these movies. Either way, there is something about these films that scream “holiday movie.”
Tim Burton’s “Edward Scissorhands” is another example of what could be considered a non-traditional Christmas movie. Edward is nothing short of well-intentioned, and his gift for sculpting is unparalleled.
There is a sense of magic in this movie that pairs with the holiday season the same way wine pairs with cheese. The “snow” scene may have pushed it a little farther into the realm of holiday films, but again, this is just a small part of an overall great plot.
So what is it about these films and others like them that feel the best in December? A movie does not necessarily need Santa, reindeer or gift-giving to be considered a holiday movie. Perhaps all a film needs is a bit of magic—whether that’s literally or figuratively—and a good enough plot to make you feel warm and fuzzy inside. You know, the same feeling you get when it’s snowing like crazy out and you’re curled up all cozy with a blanket and some hot chocolate.
It’s not hard to watch your classic Christmas movies; I’m sure “A Christmas Story” will play for days at a time as it usually does. Try out something a little different along with your all-time faves. You might be surprised at what movies your brain files under “Holiday.”
