Countdown to Christmas Eve: 12 Days of Festive Flicks

As the holiday season draws near, curl up on the couch and enjoy these classic and contemporary Christmas films that will bring the spirit of Christmas Eve to your home.

12. The Polar Express (2004)

Join a young boy on a magical train ride to the North Pole where he learns the true meaning of Christmas.

11. Home Alone (1990)

A mischievous boy defends his house from burglars while his family is on vacation.

10. It's a Wonderful Life (1946)

An angel shows a disillusioned man the impact his life has had on the people around him.

9. Elf (2003)

A human raised by elves travels to New York City to find his father.

8. White Christmas (1954)

Two army buddies put on a Christmas show to save a struggling inn.

7. Jingle All the Way (1996)

A stressed-out father tries to buy the hottest toy for his son on Christmas Eve.

6. A Christmas Story (1983)

A young boy's Christmas wish is to receive a Red Ryder BB gun.

5. Die Hard (1988)

An NYPD officer finds himself trapped in a skyscraper during a terrorist siege on Christmas Eve.

4. Miracle on 34th Street (1947)

A department store Santa Claus claims to be the real Santa Claus.

3. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)

Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, becomes obsessed with Christmas.

2. Love Actually (2003)

This romantic comedy follows the interconnected love stories of several people in the weeks leading up to Christmas.

1. The Grinch (2000)

A cynical Grinch tries to steal Christmas, but his heart is softened by a young orphan.

Why Watch Christmas Movies?

• Create a festive atmosphere: Christmas movies evoke the spirit of the holiday season, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere in your home.
• Bring families together: Christmas movies provide an opportunity for families to gather and enjoy a shared experience.
• Reduce stress: The calming and heartwarming nature of Christmas movies can help reduce stress and promote relaxation.
• Inspire holiday traditions: Christmas movies can introduce new traditions to your family, such as watching a particular movie every year or visiting a Christmas tree farm.

Questions to Consider:

• What are some of your favorite Christmas movies and why?
• How do Christmas movies make you feel?
• What are some new Christmas movies that you're interested in watching?

Pros and Cons of Watching Christmas Movies:

Pros:

• Create a festive atmosphere
• Bring families together
• Reduce stress
• Inspire holiday traditions

Cons:

• May become repetitive
• Can lead to overindulgence in holiday treats
• May not be suitable for all ages

Table 1: Top 10 Christmas Movies of All Time

Table 2: Christmas Movie Genres

Table 3: Benefits of Watching Christmas Movies

Table 4: Creative Ideas for Christmas Movie Nights