Movies that are perfect for families this holiday season
Various traditions take center stage during the holiday season . One of those traditions may be sitting down and enjoying any of a number of timeless Christmas movies or even newer holiday films that are quickly becoming favorites .
Film fans have their own ideas about the best films to watch during the holidays , but the following movies are some kids and adults can enjoy together .
• “ The Polar Express ” ( 2004 ): A young boy enjoys a magical adventure to the North Pole aboard the Polar Express train . He learns about the true spirit of the holidays and the value of bravery and friendship along the way .
• “ The Muppet Christmas Carol ” ( 1992 ): Charles Dickens ’ classic story about a bitter miser might be a little frightening for young children to enjoy in its more theatrical offerings . However , when the Muppet characters tell their version of the classic tale , the story becomes much more family-friendly .
• “ A Boy Called Christmas ” ( 2021 ): Based on the book by Matt Haig , this movie is a reimagined take on Father Christmas . It focuses on Nikolas as he goes on an adventure to find a magical town called Elfhelm .
• “ Jack Frost ” ( 1998 ): When a father dies in a car accident , he comes back to life as a snowman in his son ’ s front yard . Jack learns to keep his promises and make things right with his son — things he wasn ’ t capable of doing as a human .
• “ Christmas with the Kranks ” ( 2004 ): The Kranks decide to forgo thir annual Christmas party and plan a vacation since their daughter will be out of town . But when said daughter decides to come home after all , chaos sets in as the couple tries to figure out how to put together an extravaganza at the last minute .
• “ Beauty and the Beast : The Enchanted Christmas ” ( 1997 ): The Beast does not favor the holiday season , so Belle must change his mind on the matter in this animated Disney offering .
• “ Elf ” ( 2003 ): As a youngster , Buddy was magically transported to the North Pole and raised by Santa ’ s elves . As an adult , he ’ s determined to find his real dad in New York City and uncover a way to fit in .
• “ Santa Hunters ” ( 2014 ): A young boy teams up with his sibling and cousins to try to capture new footage of Santa in action and prove that the man in red truly exists .
• “ The Nutcracker and the Four Realms ” ( 2018 ): This is a newer take on the classic Nutcracker tale . This adventure sees Clara defending the Land of Sweets from the evil Mother Ginger .
Holiday films enhance the celebratory nature of the season . Certain movies are tailor-made for families to watch together during this special time of year .
20 | HUNTSVILLE LIVING | NOVEMBER 2022