Why We Crave Christmas Movies in Winter
When the streets are illuminated and Christmas songs drift through the air...
At this time of year, we find ourselves craving heartwarming movies.
It's not just a habit, but perhaps because our hearts are seeking connection and love.
Christmas movies have a mysterious power. They help us forget the hustle and bustle of daily life and reconsider the time we spend with loved ones.
Why not spend this Christmas with a movie that resonates with your heart?
Classics That Make You Cry Every Time
It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
Frank Capra's timeless masterpiece. Nearly 80 years after its release, it continues to be loved around the world.
The protagonist, George Bailey, despairs of his life and contemplates jumping from a bridge on Christmas Eve.
Then, an apprentice angel named Clarence appears and shows him a world "if you had never been born," helping George realize the value of his existence.
"Each man's life touches so many other lives."
This theme pierces our hearts across generations. A must-watch for anyone who has ever felt their existence didn't matter.
Home Alone (1990)
A comedy masterpiece where 8-year-old Kevin, left behind by his family, struggles to protect his home from a pair of burglars.
Macaulay Culkin's adorable performance and the elaborate booby traps are funny no matter how many times you watch them.
But the true charm of this movie lies in the theme of "family bonds" that flows beneath the comedy.
Seeing Kevin, who initially enjoyed his freedom, gradually realize the importance of his family resonates not only with children but also with adults.
If You Want to Immerse Yourself in Romance
Love Actually (2003)
An ensemble love story set in London where nine love stories intersect.
Depicting the five weeks leading up to Christmas, this work conveys the message that "Love Actually Is All Around."
The Prime Minister and his tea lady, a man's secret love for his best friend's wife, love blossoming even without a shared language...
By depicting various forms of love, viewers can find their own "love."
From the opening airport scene to the ending set to a masterpiece song, it's thoroughly romantic. Great to watch with a lover, or even with friends.
Sleepless in Seattle (1993)
A widowed architect living in Seattle and a newspaper reporter living on the East Coast.
The two are connected by the thread of fate through a radio program.
Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan's natural acting, Nora Ephron's delicate script, and the homage to An Affair to Remember (1957).
A work that makes you want to believe in "the one."
Family Movies to Enjoy with Children
The Polar Express (2004)
The story of a boy who began to stop believing in Santa Claus, boarding a mysterious train on Christmas Eve and traveling to the North Pole.
Tom Hanks plays six roles alone, and the visual beauty using performance capture technology is overwhelming.
The theme of "the power of believing" reminds us adults of important things.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
The story of the Grinch, a green creature who hates Christmas, trying to ruin Christmas for the villagers.
Jim Carrey's eccentric performance shines, and while it's funny, it warms your heart in the end.
When we learn why the Grinch came to hate Christmas, we are made to think about the "true meaning of Christmas."
3 Tips to Enjoy Christmas Movies More
Create the Atmosphere — Dim the lights in the room and light candles or illuminations. Prepare warm drinks. That alone makes the movie experience much better.
Watch with Loved Ones — Christmas movies are more memorable when watched with someone than alone. Sharing laughter and tears doubles the emotion of the movie.
Make it an Annual Tradition — There is a joy in watching the same movie every year. Even if the movie itself doesn't change, as you grow, you will discover something different every year.
Which movie will you spend this Christmas with?
Check out the Christmas movies found on theater41 from the "Related Movies" below. You are sure to find the perfect one for you.