After a weekend full of Holiday Flicks in the North State (Chico), I decided that a little shout out to the classics, and not so classics, would only be appropriate. It's hard to decide which ones are Boos but some just don't hold a candle to others.
Kudos...Miracle on 34th Street, remake. I think that this is my favorite holiday movie, ever. It's got everything that you need. The triumph of Santa, a savvy and witty six year old, a love story and of course some classic lines!! Not only does it make you feel all warm and fuzzy with the heartwarming storyline, but it just makes you believe! I have seen the original, which is also good, but this one definitely is best.
Boos...How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Sorry Jim Carrey, and Dr. Suess, but this one does not rock my socks. Although the book is a classic, and the original cartoon, this one is just a little too long. It definitely deserves the Oscar for best makeup, but there is a reason why there is an editing room people!
Kudos...Muppet Christmas Carol. The best version of the classic tale. We get to meet the Ghosts of Christmas past, present and future with our favorite Muppets, which is always a good time. Our favorites are there, Kermit, Gonzo, Rizzo (my personal favorite), Sam the American Eagle and Miss Piggy, but we also meet so many new ones who make it so good!
Boos...Any other version of the Christmas Carol. Why make it again when Jim Hensen, Kermit and the gang did such a good job?
And it was hard to Boo any more Christmas movies, so here are some extra quick Kudos!
Kudos...White Christmas. Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney. 'Nuff said. oh and the sidekick, but I forget his name.
Kudos...Home Alone (1 and 2). The Wet Bandits (Sticky Bandits in the second) are classic as well as how well thought out Kevin McCallister's plans are for taking them down.
Kudos...It's a Wonderful Life. Although it is pretty depressing at points, the ending really is great!
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