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Antoine Hereu
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Dec 21 2024 at 8:23 p.m.
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Who says winter, says end of year celebrations. And who says end-of-year holidays, necessarily says Christmas films (yes). This year, the editorial staff of Métropolitain has decided to help you in your choice to spend your end-of-year evenings as it should be. For this, here is the selection of films (excluding cartoons) to watch without moderation so that the magic of these holidays invades your small screen.
Merry Christmas – by Christian Carion (2005)
Pitch : The film tells the incredible story of the Christmas Truce of 1914 during World War I, during which French, British and German soldiers stopped fighting to celebrate Christmas together.
Why watch it? The menu is ideal: true story, message of peace and fraternity and excellent performance by the actors. The opportunity to say that even in times of war, humanity always has hope.
Love Actually – by Richard Curtis (2003)
Pitch : The viewer follows several love stories of people with very different backgrounds who intersect for better and for worse, leaving behind moments that are sometimes funny, sometimes heartbreaking.
Why watch it? Let's start by mentioning the impressive cast of the film including Hugh Grant, Liam Neeson, Colin Firth, Emma Thompson, Alan Rickman, Keira Knightley, Rowan Atkinson and Laura Linney. A choir of five-star actors to tell stories as varied as they are original, all bathed in a festive and warm atmosphere, despite the freezing cold of the London winter.
The Holiday – de Nancy Meyers (2006)
Pitch : Hating Christmas, a grumpy and lonely creature sets out to steal the village's presents and decorations, without realizing that meeting a young girl will make him understand the importance of Christmas and friendship.
Why watch it? With an exceptional Jim Carrey in the role of the Grinch, this film combines themes such as integration, loneliness, generosity and sharing, all in a funny and sometimes moving atmosphere with endearing and memorable characters. A simple classic.
Santa Claus is trash – by Jean-Marie Poiré (1982)
Pitch : We follow a team of volunteers from a hotline association helping people in distress who find themselves disturbed, on Christmas Eve, by the arrival of increasingly absurd characters, causing hilarious disasters.
Why watch it? A classic comedy of French cinema, the film mixes dark humor and absurdity behind closed doors with a Splendid troupe at the top of their art. A true holiday satire that establishes itself as a true must-have of Christmas films.
Gremlins – by Joe Dante (1984)
Pitch : After receiving a mysterious little creature (Gizmo) as a Christmas present, young Billy Peltzer will quickly have to learn to follow strict rules in order to avoid the transformation of his mascot into mischievous creatures whose sole objective is to sow chaos and destruction. mess.
Why watch it? By mixing horror and humor, the film brought to life one of the most emblematic creatures in the history of cinema: the gremlin (creature from British folklore). This masterpiece from the '80s also presents itself as a critique of consumer society, adding dark humor and creating an original and memorable Christmas film.
Elf – by Jon Favreau (2003)
Pitch : We follow Buddy, a human raised by elves in the heart of the North Pole. After discovering his true nature, he decides to return to his roots in New York and thus confront the reality of a world he does not yet know.
Why watch it? Starring a hilarious and charismatic Will Ferrel, this family film is a true ode to the joy and spirit of Christmas. Between moments of humor and touching moments, the film stands out with scenes now included in the catalog of indelible moments of Christmas films.
Mom, I missed the plane! – Chris Columbus (1990)
Pitch : The film tells the story of young Kevin (8 years old), left alone at home after being forgotten by his parents who left to celebrate Christmas with his family in Paris. Happy to find himself alone, he will nevertheless have to face two burglars wanting to break into the house.
Why watch it? A true must-have of Christmas films with on-point slapstick humor, and an endearing and clever main character, played by Macaulay Culkin. An ideal film to relax and laugh in a festive and charming atmosphere.
Bridget Jones's Diary – by Sharon Maguire (2001)
Pitch : A single thirty-something, Bridget is self-conscious about her weight, her professional life and her romantic relationships. Through her diary, she shares with us her reflections, her thoughts, all with the spice of the sentimental relationships she leads.
Why watch it? The film offers everything a romantic comedy can offer us. And if it is not a real Christmas film, its atmosphere, its characters and its sequences make it a classic film to watch at the end of the year. From the search for love to self-acceptance to the difficulty of adult life, the film offers a range of themes that many people can relate to.
And for the rest?
– A book:
My cozy winter, by Caroline Millet (2020): A book which, in images, illustrates the sweetness and warm atmosphere of the Christmas period with ideas for recipes and activities, as well as reflections on themes varied.
– A drink:
Chai Latte: a black tea mixing milk, spices (ginger, cinnamon, etc.), maple syrup and vanilla for a comforting result ideal for the cold winter.
– A series:
Home For Christmas – by Per-Olav Sørensen (since 2019): Fulfilled professionally, Johanne, a young woman of 30, is under pressure from her parents who insist that she find love. After falsely announcing to them that she would introduce a spouse on Christmas Day, she will have to get busy looking for someone so as not to disappoint her family.
– Music:
Last Christmas – Wham! (1984): an interplanetary romantic hit with lyrics that stick in your head and a tune that's impossible to forget.
– A cartoon:
The Nightmare Before Christmas – by Henry Selick (1993): A Disney feature film where the hand of Tim Burton (screenplay) illustrates a fantastic world in which a character (Jack Skellington, a skeleton) tired of Halloween, discovers Christmas and tries to celebrate it in a universe where monsters are kings.
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