Ho-ho-ho!
We’re less than a month away from Christmas, so I thought I’d get you started on some Christmas movie recommendations.
Here’s a list of classics and new releases to add to your watch list:
The Polar Express
This 2004 film follows a young boy who wakes up on Christmas Eve to find a train bound for the North Pole outside his door. Hesitant at first, he boards the Polar Express and embarks on a journey he’ll never forget. He develops new friendships and learns a lesson that will stay with him for life.
I recall watching this movie in theatres in 3D with my dad. My memory’s a little foggy since I was so young, but my dad said I was reaching for the imaginary snow in front of me.
The most memorable scene from the entire film is when the young girl and Billy start singing “When Christmas Comes to Town” while looking up at the northern lights. It makes me tear up every time.
And guess what? My favourite Christmas song is from this movie. It’s Josh Groban’s “Believe.” Give it a listen; it’ll get you into the holiday spirit!
The Holiday
The Holiday is one of my favourite Christmas rom-coms to watch during the holiday season!
The movie has a great cast with Cameron Diaz, Jude Law, Kate Winslet and Jack Black.
Amanda Woods works a lavish lifestyle in L.A. as a movie trailer executive, while Iris Simpkins is an editor from a small village in England. They decide to swap homes for the holidays, and what they thought was a little getaway soon turns into a romantic adventure.
A Very Jonas Christmas Movie
If you’re looking for a newer film to watch for the holidays, check out A Very Jonas Christmas Movie!
This movie leans more towards the comedic side, where all three Jonas brothers: Kevin, Joe, and Nick, face obstacles as they try to make it home for Christmas after their tour in London. Along the way, they strengthened their bond and learn what really matters during the holiday season.
I haven’t watched it yet, but I’m planning to at some point this December!
Home Alone
This classic Christmas movie can’t be beat. No matter how many times you watch it, it feels like you’re watching it for the first time!
The movie follows Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin) and his family. The morning his entire family leaves for a trip to Paris, Kevin realizes that he’s been left behind. When his family realizes, they go into full panic mode, but Kevin is having the best time of his life until two men try to rob his house during the holidays. Kevin sets out to protect his home and learns a valuable lesson during that time.
What’s your favourite Christmas movie?
