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Christmas Day . . . the turkey or roast
pork is nothing but bones, the wine bottles have been drained and the sweets
and Metaxa are on the table. Now's the time to sprawl on the sofa and watch
your favourite Christmas film. According to our survey, these are the top
ten holiday movies.
1)
It’s A Wonderful Life
Made in 1946, this film tells of an angel helping a compassionate but
despairingly frustrated business man, played by James Stewart. The angel,
played charmingly by
Henry Travers,
shows him what life would have been like if
he never existed. Nominated for five Oscars, this film is guaranteed to make
you cry.
2)
Miracle on 34th Street
The original version from 1947
is an irresistible film. A department store Santa claims to be the real
deal. To prove it, he lands in court, converting a skeptical six-year-old
(Natalie Wood) into a believer.
3)
Love Actually
This is a beautiful 2003 a film where the inter-twining lives of eight very
different couples come to a head during a dramatic Christmas in London. A
film which will make you laugh and cry, and one of the best Christmas films
of recent years.
4)
A Christmas Story
Made in 2003, this is the heart-warming story of a nine year old boy,
Ralphie Parker, and his childhood Christmas in the 1940s. The most memorable
scene being when his tongue sticks to a frozen pole. Perfect Christmas
afternoon viewing.
5)
Die Hard Not your
traditional Christmas film fare, this action packed festive drama of 1988,
is about an off-duty cop, John McClane, who must overcome terrorists and
save lives – all in time for Christmas.
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6)
Trains, Planes and Automobiles
An entertaining 1987 comedy about two very different men desperately trying
to get home for Christmas, and having every obstacle put in their way. It
contains many funny moments and has a heart warming ending.
7)
Home Alone Made in
1990, eight year old Kevin is mistakenly left behind when his family flies
to France for Christmas. At first, he relishes the time alone, but then he
is threatened by two would-be burglars whom he must outwit by rigging up
lots of booby traps. Really good family entertainment.
8)
A Christmas Carol
This must-see Christmas classic for all ages was made in 1951 and still
holds up well. It's all about that cruel miser Scrooge, who is visited by
three ghosts on Christmas Eve, who try to melt his steely soul and teach him
the true meaning of Christmas.
9)
White Christmas
This1954 classic is about two men who meet during the war and team up
afterwards to become the hottest song and dance duo around. It has big
stars, great music and a lot of laughs, in addition to telling a beautiful
love story. A perennial holiday favourite.
10)
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
This 1989 comedy tells of the Griswold family's stay-at-home Christmas, and
the numerous relatives invited to join them. Amidst all the ensuing chaos
and catastrophes, the film manages to portray a sentimental streak with old
wounds healing. A hilarious film, but with a good Christmas feeling.
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