For many of us, Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without the annual viewing
of our favorite holiday film. Though you probably know most of the lines by heart,
the Internet is a great place to learn a little more about the stories
behind some holiday must-see movies.
If you need a little inspiration, check out the Film Guru's list of
Top Ten Christmas Movies. This
site offers a long list of old Christmas films, including A Christmas
Story and A Very Brady Christmas.
It's A Wonderful Life Webring
gives you "The Zuzu News," "Bedford Falls Christmas" and numerous other tributes, as well as a
chance to e-mail holiday greetings based on scenes from the film.
If you prefer Natalie Wood and Maureen O'Hara in Miracle on 34th Street,
check out the
original movie poster.
Few movies say "Christmas" like A Christmas Carol, whichever version you
choose. For many, the 1951 film
Scrooge
starring Alistair Sims is the quintessential interpretation, but you can also choose
Albert Finney's
1970 musical adaptation, also called
Scrooge, or George C. Scott's 1984
TV version.
Kids will enjoy
Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol and
The Muppet Christmas Carol,
where Michael Caine provides the voice for Scrooge. After you've viewed them
all, vote for your favorite at
Dickens' Christmas Carol.
If you're looking to branch out a bit, here are some films that, while they're not actually
holiday movies, will certainly make your spirits bright.
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