The Best Christmas Movies

The holiday season is approaching, bringing with it the Christmas festivities. It's a time to spend with friends and family, and one of the favorite activities for many is to sit on the couch and watch a movie. Now, there’s a vast catalog to choose from, but why not pick a feature film that represents the season and reminds us of how beautiful Christmas is? Today we recommend five of the best Christmas movies. Home Alone (1990) This classic comedy film is not your typical family Christmas movie. It’s about a little boy who is left home alone because his whole family goes on vacation and forgets him. At the same time, his house is invaded by two burglars, and he sets out to defend his home with multiple tricks and pranks. It’s a 100% funny and festive film that showcases the best snowy landscapes of New York, and the final scene with the Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center is unmatched. Christmas Cupcakes The Santa Clause (1994) This movie starts with something a bit strange; Santa Claus has a little accident and dies, so the responsibility of living at the North Pole and making children happy with gifts falls to Tim Allen's character. It’s a very funny and heartwarming film that captures the family feeling of the holidays and will undoubtedly bring you more than a few laughs. Christmas Tree Cookies Love Actually (2003) A film that includes different intertwined stories, all dealing with love and relationships during the Christmas season. Some of the characters are quite eccentric, but there’s definitely someone you can relate to. From the Prime Minister of England to movie doubles and lovesick kids, this film has something for everyone. Mosaic Jelly for Christmas Miracle on 34th Street (1947) Now, if you want to see a classic, this is the option. In this film, the Santa Claus from Macy’s in New York convinces a skeptical young girl that he is the real Santa, a gem of the season. When the kind old man is sent to a mental institution for what he has been saying, the girl’s mother decides to defend him in court, and from there until the end, this becomes one of the most-watched Christmas dramas in history. Chocolate Yule Log The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) This animated film is a favorite for many due to its unique aesthetic and peculiar story. The skeletal Jack Skellington is bored with his life and decides to impersonate Santa, but by frightening children with snakes and heads wherever he goes. It’s a dark comedy but very well done that should be in anyone's collection. Christmas Turkey