My fondest memory from this Thanksgiving was the night my mom and I tried to piece together the plot of a Hallmark Christmas movie we’d come into midway through and then only half-watched. It involved a guy who got amnesia while staying at a friend’s empty house and therefore thought he was the friend, which kept him apart from his love interest because their lifestyles seemed too different. Then there was the big reveal and a fake-out twist with a wife and daughter who turned out to be a sister and niece, and a big romantic reunion at a struggling bookstore miraculously saved on Christmas Eve. It was utterly ridiculous and we absolutely loved trying to figure out what the hell was going on. Then before we could even double check what the movie was called, the next one started playing. “It’s Nana!” my mom yelled. This was the start of the movie we’d watched the last 20 minutes of the night before, which ended with a woman inheriting her dead … [Read more...] about Why are Hallmark Christmas movies so addictive?
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Every Christmas movie on Netflix: Christmas Prince 2, Princess Switch and more
For some of us, it's now the most wonderful time of the year! And what better way to usher in the holiday season than with a cozy Netflix Christmas movie night. We've gather here the Christmas movies you can watch, but on our full list of everything coming and leaving Netflix in December, we have the one-off specials listed for you. Netflix has something for everyone, whether you're looking for a cheesy made-for-TV movie sobfest, or something to keep your tiny elves entertained. Classic Christmas Sadly, there aren't too many iconic Christmas films on Netflix right now. But considering I rewatch both of these films every single December, I'll take it. Love Actually Look, do you really need to speak the same language to fall in love? White Christmas It isn't Christmas in my house until my sister and I sing along to "Sisters." Netflix Originals The Holiday Calendar I thought Netflix's latest "original" movie … [Read more...] about Every Christmas movie on Netflix: Christmas Prince 2, Princess Switch and more
Five Essential Christmas Movies to Watch With Your Kids
The holiday season is right around the corner, and that means the chance to huddle around the TV and watch Christmas movies with your kid(s)! But there are so many out there. And most of them are terrible. The movies below are not terrible. They are the best, the five absolutely Greatest Of All Time Christmas Movies in the History of Cinema. It is essential that you watch them with your children (if you’re into the whole “Christmas” thing, of course). Elf What kind of person doesn’t like Elf? Will Ferrell’s portrayal of a huge, goofy human-who-thinks-he’s-an-elf is perfect, and the fish-out-of-water story is fast-paced and has all the elements of a perfect Christmas movie: A redemption-from-cynicism subplot, romance, a message of acceptance and tolerance, and even an appearance by Santa Claus himself. It’s not just for kids, either; even the most cynical adults will dig the meta-humor and the amazing comedic skills of Ferrell. There’s … [Read more...] about Five Essential Christmas Movies to Watch With Your Kids
Every Christmas movie on Netflix
For some of us, it's now the most wonderful time of the year! And what better way to usher in the holiday season than with a cozy Netflix Christmas movie night. Netflix has something for everyone, whether you're looking for a cheesy made-for-TV movie sobfest, or something to keep your tiny elves (aka children) entertained. Classic Christmas Sadly, there aren't too many iconic Christmas films on Netflix right now. But considering I rewatch both of these films every single December, I'll take it. Love Actually Look, do you really need to speak the same language to fall in love? White Christmas It isn't Christmas in my house until my sister and I sing along to "Sisters." Netflix Originals The Holiday Calendar I thought Netflix's latest "original" movie did a pretty good job poking holes in some of the more superficial Christmas rom-coms. Christmas Inheritance I wouldn't think to … [Read more...] about Every Christmas movie on Netflix
Best Halloween movies to watch and where to stream them
Halloween is absolutely the best time of the year! Here are the 64 scariest, creepiest and sometimes silliest films you can stream or watch on demand. Sorry folks, but you're going to have to catch Hocus Pocus on Freeform. Or rent it.Hulu Teen Wolf (1985)Also on EPIX. This Michael J. Fox classic about a teen werewolf will have you howling for more! I promise that's the last pun in this article.Children of the Corn (1984)Something about murdering children in a cornfield just feels autumnal to me. Let the Right One In (2008) It's a Swedish film about a little girl vampire. Am I selling it? It's fantastic, trust me. Hellraiser (1987) Also on Netflix. I don't particularly get this franchise, but Hellraiser viewing parties are a pretty common Halloween activity. You do you. The Fly (1986) Jeff Goldblum in a creature feature is all I'm really looking for in a Halloween film. Paranormal Activity (2007) Also on Amazon. The first Paranormal Activity was … [Read more...] about Best Halloween movies to watch and where to stream them