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A Simpsons Christmas special. I had feared it was going to be one of those dreadful shorts they’ve farted onto Disney+ in recent years, but it’s instead a double episode.
It’s alright. I mean, latter day Simpsons is still fine, just always the hope they’ll recapture the original magic.
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In which Jake Lloyd turns in a decent enough performance, suggesting The Phantom Menace’s issues lie with the Director.
I mean, like most child actors he’s still somewhat irritating. But here. I’m not hoping the character gets kicked out an airlock.
And Arnie once again shows off his pretty impressive comedy chops in a fun and memorable bit of seasonal silliness.
It is odd in its cultural timing though, being a spoof of idiocy like panic and fights over Cabbage Patch Dolls, and the big parade feeling like an 80’s thing to me (so far as I know. We didn’t have them in the UK)
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Several people stay at a ski lodge over the Holidays. This is interesting for two reasons:
1. There is an Indian mother and daughter in the cast. Yes, that means there is a dance number.
2. The main female lead is Sabrina: The Teenage Witch. Glad she is still getting gigs, as she actually looks like a normal, slightly above average woman.
3. Lot's of other familiar faces who I did not bother looking into.
The rest is..... perfectally mediocre filler.... but not nearly as compelling or tight as some of the others I have watched. More of an ensemble piece, with its rewards and hazards.
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This is…weird. A set of short films in a portmanteau, with linking narrative by William Shatner as a radio DJ.
Normally I’m a sucker for this format. But rather than each story being presented, then on to the next one? We drop in and out of each. Not sure I’m sold on that format, as it can make things trickier to follow.
Though I will say the stories are pretty interesting overall.
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Nope. It is a Christmas vampire film, but in a genuine surprise to me, it’s not a comedy. And not “a comedy I don’t find funny”. This isn’t intended as a comedy.
Instead we get a loosely festive themed loose knock off of From Dusk Till Dawn.
Whilst not awful by any stretch, I’m just not really sure of the purpose of this film. There’s far better Festive Horror flicks, and frankly, I think you’d be best off watching From Dusk Till Dawn Dawn, and pretending they’re wearing Santa Hats.
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Youtube Channel Goodbadflicks recently uploaded a video about SyFy Channel christmas movies. Some of these seem absolutely bonkers.
(not sure If I'm allowed to link to the video, so just search for the channel if you're interested.Its a very fun channel that also introduced me to Brandon Tenold's channel and his terrible movie riffs)
I'm gonna be trying to track these down and watch them. I shall report back on my progress
My wife finished every Christmas movie on LIfetime..... all of them! Thankfully, I did not have to watch them all.
Noelle
Some woke Santa nonsense starring Anna Kendrick and Bill Haider (sp)!
Santa dies and the title is suppose to go to his son. He is not interested and flees to become a yoga instructor in CA. His sister Noelle goes to bring him back and save Christmas.
Spoiler:
Plot twist! Noelle has the Twinkle, and becomes the new Santa instead!
I am sure this movie will bring howls from the usual suspects, if they ever get around to seeing it. Has some cute bits and Anna is adorable in it!
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We have now seen Red One also. It was better than I expected. Not an instant classic, but fun and well paced.
My one big complaint is every time I read or hear the title—every single time!—my brain follows it up with “Konvict, Gaga”. Listening to that song might also help wash away all the Mariah Carey in the soundtrack.
Flinty wrote: The best bit for me of the big Narnia films is how utterly crap Peter is with the sword to become with. He gets handed a sword to be the big hero but has no real idea what to do with it
And why should he, after all.
I thought all proper English children were taught fencing...
Which is exactly ZERO help when handed a late medieval arming sword.
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Flinty wrote: How angry does it make you when we take fast food and make it slowly and badly?
Isn't that just.... fast food? Two lies for the price of one?
Taking a break in a Christmas double feature, Muppet Christmas Carol and Die Hard...
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Easy E wrote: I wrapped up my Christmas viewing last night with the families traditional viewing of White Christmas starring Bing, Danny, Ella, and Rosemary.
Great little flick.
I might look up a few other Bing movies in 2025. I also have a great Bing vinyl collection of his greatest hits on 6 records that is fantastic.
I always get White Christmas and Holiday Inn. confused. It seems like they should have the opposite title. To me anyway.
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I managed to sneak in 1 more Christmas movie before the end of the year......
The Santa Box A tween woman moves into a new neighborhood after her apartment burned down. She has had a series of unfortunate Christmas experiences, and is not a fan of the season.
At her new apartment, she received a mysterious wooden box, with a poem in it that offers her a Christmas wish. She uses the box to help others in her new neighborhood and school. Therefore, the box keeps returning to her.
The origin of the box is not a surprise. However, it is a very nice heart-warming story (but very low budget) that ties back to experiences during WWII. A very nice, touching story that reminds you of the Spirit of Christmas.
Overall, a good final film for the season for me.
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