It's the big day! After a month of waiting, it's time to unwrap the presents brought by Santa Claus! And to end this magical day in style, Tele-Leisure offers you a small selection of programs that will allow you to peacefully digest the foie gras, turkey and log but, above all, to relax with your family. Ice Age 2, Ice Age 3: Age of the Dinosaurs, Puss in Boots 2, Nanny McPhee and of course the traditional Christmas western… you are spoiled for choice!
What films should you watch in the afternoon on Christmas Day?
Polyby Nicolas Vanier – broadcast on France 2 at 1:55 p.m.
Youth – 102 minutes
In the 1960s, 10-year-old Cécile moved to a village in the south of France with her recently divorced mother. She becomes friends with Poly, a circus pony, whom she sets out to free. Beautiful landscapes, great feelings, the program is classic, but delivered with care. And the odyssey of Cécile and her companion has enough twists and turns to keep young and old alike in suspense. TC
Ice Age 2by Carlos Saldanha – broadcast on TF1 at 2 p.m.
Animation – 91 minutes
Thousands of years ago on Earth, Manny the mammoth, Sid the sloth and Diego the saber-toothed tiger worry about their future. An ice dam, which protects them from the ocean, is on the verge of giving way under the effect of global warming. Inventive and rhythmic, this second part designed by the Blue Sky studio combines humor and virtuosity in the animation. WB
Ice Age 3: Age of the Dinosaurs Carlos Saldanha and Michael Thurmeier – broadcast on TF1 at 3:45 p.m.
Animation – 94 minutes
We still remember, the first two opuses were excellent. This third, where prehistoric animals discover a mysterious world, populated by dinosaurs, is even stronger! Particularly rich animation, more developed characters and a constantly inventive storyline… it's irresistible! And as good humor remains the order of the day (Scrat the rodent is still there, chasing his acorn), the success is total. CB
The Rush to the West (France 3), by Anthony Mann and Charles Walters – broadcast on France 3 at 2:25 p.m.
Western – 147 minutes
Four generations of a Western family, from the arrival in Oklahoma in 1889 until the 1920s. Far from his masterpieces in the genre, Anthony Mann and Charles Walters nevertheless create a completely estimable western . F.-XT
Discover the films to watch in the evening this Christmas Day
Sissi facing her destinyby Ernst Marischka – Broadcast on TF1 Séries Films at 9:05 p.m.
Drame – 106 minutes
For the third time, Romy Schneider wears Sissi's clothing of light. Here she portrays an empress weakened by illness. It's obviously very outdated, but still charming.
Puss in Boots 2: The Last Questby Joel Crawford Januel P. Mercado – broadcast on TF1 at 9:10 p.m.
Animation – 101 minutes
When he discovers that he only has one of his nine lives left, Puss in Boots sets off in search of the wishing star, in order to restore his longevity. Lots of graphic and narrative inventiveness in the sequel. TC
Nanny McPheeby Emma Thompson – broadcast on M6 at 9:10 p.m.
Fantastic – 97 minutes
In Victorian England, Cedric Brown, who has not recovered from the death of his wife, must take care of their seven very mischievous children, who have already driven away seventeen governesses… Everything changes when Cedric calls to Miss McPhee, a nanny who seems endowed with surprising abilities. Distant cousin of Mary Poppins, Nanny McPhee has everything to seduce young spectators. F.-XT
The Grand Restaurantby Jacques Besnard – broadcast on TMC at 9:25 p.m.
Comedy – 86 minutes
Monsieur Septime runs the Grand Restaurant with an iron fist, a high-end restaurant located on the Champs-Elysées. He leads his teams with almost military discipline and prides himself on receiving the most renowned clients, such as Novales, a South American head of state. But when it's time for dessert, it disappears without a trace. Louis de Funès is once again irresistible, with certain scenes remaining in the memory, such as the one where shadows on his face make him look like… Hitler! TC
This article was written by the editorial staff of Télé-Loisirs and PSP Média.
