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Christmas Movies You Should See If You Haven't

They are my favorites!

Jessica Fuqua
Dec 12, 2016
Columbus, GA
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Christmas Movies You Should See If You Haven't
Jessica Fuqua

Christmas is one of my most favorite holidays. There are so many wonderful gifts that Christmas brings (like the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ) but one cheesy thing I love is the movies. I have several holiday favorites that I must watch each time Christmas comes around.

1. "Secret of Giving"

My all-time favorite Christmas movie of course stars the one and only Reba McEntire. This is a sweet story of compassion and forgiveness and love, perfect for the season. It's set back in the Wild West with gunslingers and all the works.

2. "A Smoky Mountain Christmas"

Second favorite movie would have to go to another country music legend, the wonderful Dolly Parton. This movie is another story about compassion and love and selflessness. It also has a little bit of "mountain magic" included and plenty of beautiful Dolly songs.

3. "The Year Without A Santa Claus"

An oldie but goldie, "The Year Without Santa Claus" is one of my childhood favorites. Stop motion never ceases to amaze me-- what patience you have to have! This movie is one of the Christmas classics.

4. "Elf"

My favorite color is green and my favorite Christmas comedy is "Elf." I absolutely adore Will Ferrell in this movie. More people should be like him; out there spreading joy and cheer. Also, how cute is Zoey Deschanel?

5. "The Polar Express"

This movie is one of my favorite animated Christmas movies. I love the idea of Tom Hanks showing up with a magical Christmas train to take me on a Christmas Eve adventure. A joyous story of friendship and imagination for all ages. I still believe. Can you hear the bells?

6. "Home Alone 1 & 2"

Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals. Back when Macaulay Culkin was cute, he starred in these hilarious and fun John Hughes' films. The witty pranks and spunky attitude of young Kevin McCallister draw me in each year.

7. "Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas"

Who doesn't love a villain turned hero? Who doesn't love Dr. Seuss? This is another one of my childhood favorites. Cindy Lou Who honestly melts my heart.

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