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Haha, I just watched Home Alone 1 & 2 last night. I love the first two movies and think they definitely still stand up today. I refuse to watch 3 and 4. To me the series ended at 2. The rest just is a money grab. But they came at a time when sequels were traditionally sub par and only existed to bank.


So I am in full Christmas movie mode. Its my favourite time of year and christmas movies are a a big part. Usually have a list of movies I watch every year that finish with watching Christmas Vacation on Christmas Eve with some egg nogg off course.

So a few of my favourites in no particular order that I tend to watch each year
Home Alone
Home Alone 2
Christmas Vacation
Elf
Its a wonderful life
Miracle on 34th Street (the original)
White Christmas

A few others get thrown into the mix but these are the ones I watch the most.
I am pretty disappointed there is no Die Hard or On her Majesty's secret service
 
Christmas is a plot point as to the reason why the thieves take over Nakatomi Plaza its not the theme of the movie.
I dunno man. It's widely regarded to be one of the best christmas movies. Just the other day my partner said "which christmas movie should we watch" and I defaulted to Die Hard like it was muscle memory.
 
I dunno man. It's widely regarded to be one of the best christmas movies. Just the other day my partner said "which christmas movie should we watch" and I defaulted to Die Hard like it was muscle memory.

because you like action movies more than christmas movies lol. its good. Arguably home alone isnt really a christmas movie either of you follow the same logic as die hard. I watched die hard last week. lol
 

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Car chases are the most boring thing in the world. Well, maybe yachting, but any chase in a movie is generally just a filler. Except Blues Brothers for hilarity and then The Other Guys as it provided context. Otherwise chase scenes are almost always boring filler.
 
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1. Phantom Thread (2017)
• Director: Paul Thomas Anderson
• Cast: Daniel Day-Lewis, Vicky Krieps, Lesley Manville
• Synopsis: In 1950s London, dressmaker Reynolds Woodcock’s life is upended by his muse and lover, Alma, whose presence challenges his control and routine.
• Review: A masterclass in filmmaking, praised for its layered characters, elegant storytelling, and Daniel Day-Lewis’s farewell performance.

2. The Favourite (2018)
• Director: Yorgos Lanthimos
• Cast: Olivia Colman, Emma Stone, Rachel Weisz
• Synopsis: A darkly comedic tale of two women competing for the favor of Queen Anne during her reign in 18th-century England.
• Review: With biting wit, outstanding performances, and bold direction, the film redefines period dramas.

3. Prisoners (2013)
• Director: Denis Villeneuve
• Cast: Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Viola Davis
• Synopsis: A father turns vigilante to find his missing daughter while a detective investigates the case in a small town.
• Review: Tense, gripping, and morally complex, with standout performances from Jackman and Gyllenhaal.

4. Parasite (2019)
• Director: Bong Joon-ho
• Cast: Song Kang-ho, Lee Sun-kyun, Cho Yeo-jeong
• Synopsis: A poor family schemes to work for a wealthy household, leading to shocking consequences.
• Review: A groundbreaking social satire that blends humor, suspense, and tragedy, winning four Oscars, including Best Picture.

5. Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019)
• Director: Céline Sciamma
• Cast: Noémie Merlant, Adèle Haenel
• Synopsis: A forbidden romance blooms between a painter and her subject in 18th-century France.
• Review: A poetic and visually stunning meditation on love, memory, and art.

6. Whiplash (2014)
• Director: Damien Chazelle
• Cast: Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons
• Synopsis: A young drummer faces relentless pressure from his tyrannical music teacher in his pursuit of greatness.
• Review: A raw, electrifying exploration of ambition and obsession, with a powerhouse performance by Simmons.

7. Her (2013)
• Director: Spike Jonze
• Cast: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson (voice), Amy Adams
• Synopsis: A lonely writer falls in love with an AI operating system, exploring themes of connection and technology.
• Review: Profoundly emotional and thought-provoking, with a moving performance by Joaquin Phoenix.

8. Incendies (2010)
• Director: Denis Villeneuve
• Cast: Lubna Azabal, Mélissa Désormeaux-Poulin
• Synopsis: Twins uncover their mother’s hidden past in the Middle East after her death.
• Review: A harrowing and powerful exploration of family and war, with an unforgettable ending.

9. Mommy (2014)
• Director: Xavier Dolan
• Cast: Anne Dorval, Antoine-Olivier Pilon, Suzanne Clément
• Synopsis: A widowed mother struggles to care for her violent teenage son with the help of a mysterious neighbor.
• Review: Emotionally raw and stylistically bold, showcasing Dolan’s unique voice in cinema.

10. The Hunt (2012)
• Director: Thomas Vinterberg
• Cast: Mads Mikkelsen, Annika Wedderkopp
• Synopsis: A man’s life unravels when a false accusation of child abuse spreads through his small community.
• Review: A gripping and devastating drama, anchored by Mikkelsen’s tour-de-force performance.

11. The Lighthouse (2019)
• Director: Robert Eggers
• Cast: Willem Dafoe, Robert Pattinson
• Synopsis: Two lighthouse keepers slowly descend into madness on a remote island.
• Review: A haunting, visually striking tale of isolation and paranoia, with stellar performances.

12. The Florida Project (2017)
• Director: Sean Baker
• Cast: Brooklynn Prince, Willem Dafoe
• Synopsis: A precocious six-year-old lives in a budget motel near Disney World, capturing the joys and struggles of childhood in poverty.
• Review: Heartfelt and poignant, blending innocence with harsh realities.

13. The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)
• Director: Wes Anderson
• Cast: Ralph Fiennes, Tony Revolori, Saoirse Ronan
• Synopsis: A hotel concierge and his protégé become embroiled in a murder mystery in a whimsical, colorful setting.
• Review: A visual feast with Anderson’s signature style, humor, and heartfelt storytelling.

14. The Handmaiden (2016)
• Director: Park Chan-wook
• Cast: Kim Min-hee, Kim Tae-ri
• Synopsis: A con woman infiltrates the life of a wealthy heiress in 1930s Korea, leading to unexpected twists.
• Review: Sensual, suspenseful, and meticulously crafted, a triumph of storytelling.

15. The Social Network (2010)
• Director: David Fincher
• Cast: Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake
• Synopsis: The founding of Facebook and the personal and legal conflicts that followed.
• Review: A sharp, compelling drama with a brilliant screenplay by Aaron Sorkin.
 

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