Top 5 Christmas Movies
Festive films to watch this winter season!
Christmas movies are arguably one of the most enjoyable aspects of Christmas. It is the perfect opportunity to bond with family and friends through shared nostalgia and good spirit. We wait all year round just to rewatch our festive favourites on screen… if u can wait that long!
5. The Muppets Christmas Carol
A Charles Dickens adaptation of the novella ‘A Christmas Carol’ where the characters are played by the well-known puppet characters, ‘The Muppets’. This family favourite follows the storyline of Ebenezer Scrooge through comedy and music, making it a light-hearted watch for its viewers and capturing the essence of the festive season.
4. The Polar Express
This animated classic stars the well-known actor Tom Hanks who plays a total of 6 individual characters! We get to join a boy on his adventures to the North Pole via a train full of Christmas magic and cheer, where he is met with obstacles to overcome along the way. The heartwarming messages touched on in this movie translates through screen, displaying the importance and value of belief, friendship and courage.
3. Love Actually
A romantic comedy set at Christmas, starring renowned actors such as Kiera Knightley, Hugh Grant, Colin Firth and Emma Thompson. It is a movie targeted at an older audience, with many heartfelt storylines that interlink and merge together for a cheerful ending. The message of this uplifting story is focused around the significance of spending the holiday season with those around you.
2. Home Alone
A Christmas Classic from the 90s, most known for Kevin’s iconic pose. It follows the character through agile acts as he takes on two burglars after mistakenly being left behind by his family at Christmas. This is a great watch for families as the movie takes a comedic approach, sprinkled with more sentimental moments.
1. Elf
Elf is one of the most popular Christmas movies amongst the population due to its cheerful, comedic qualities. Will Ferrell portrays a charming and witty character of Santa’s clumsy and child-like elf. This causes him to find himself getting into predicements throughout the movie that make the audience laugh. This movie radiates positivity and creates a joyous atmosphere to get you in the Christmas mood!
