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10 Snowy Movies Perfect For Escaping The Summer Heatwave

Sarah Bauer

Summer just can't seem to let it go here, and I think I speak for everyone when I say the heat and humidity can take a hike.

Sometimes it seems like winter will never arrive, and the heat will melt everything. But these movies remind us that sooner or later the snow will fall again.

1. Frozen

Let's get this one out of the way first. While many may be sick of it, there's no denying that the snow animation is beautifully done. When I first watched the movie in theaters, I felt the chill of Elsa's ice. The atmosphere of this movie is well done, and it's a shame that this aspect of the movie is so overlooked.

2. Frozen Planet

This documentary series by the same people who made "Planet Earth" takes you to the Arctic to follow the journeys of several animals. The stunning cinematography and narration make it easy to transport oneself into the frozen tundra.

3. The Shining

For horror fans or even average film buffs, this one is a classic. The chill of winter isolates a family from the rest of the world, forcing them to take shelter in an empty hotel. Cabin fever is taken to the extreme – possibly with supernatural aid.

4. Ice Age

Not a great movie, but one that was a childhood staple for many people and has plenty of meme-able material. If nothing else, you can laugh at how bad it is. However, to me at least, there are some genuinely nice moments that make it worth the watch if you're really bored or with small children.

5. The Nightmare Before Christmas

Every time is the right time to watch this movie, and it combines both of the cold seasons together: fall and winter. While I tried to avoid Christmas movies while making this list, this movie's chilly atmosphere makes it a perfect watch if you need a reminder that the seasons will be changing.

6. Balto

The inspiring story about a husky-wolf's determination to get lifesaving medicine to an isolated Alaskan town is heartwarming (even if warmth is the last thing you need). And the environment as well as the characters are beautifully animated.

7. Over the Garden Wall

I'm cheating again because most of this series takes place in autumn (though the coming winter is a constant threat) and it's a series, but all 10 episodes combined are about the length of a movie. Also, more people need to know about this charmingly unsettling series. If you're a fan of "Gravity Falls" you'll probably enjoy it.

8. The Chronicles of Narnia

Though winter is the villain here, the snowy setting of Narnia looks like something out of a Victorian postcard and the viewer can't help but feel Lucy's joy at seeing it for the first time. It's shown in an epic scale that is very reminiscent of "Lord of the Rings" (and not just because they're both filmed in New Zealand)

9. The Polar Express

Again, I tried to avoid putting Christmas movies on this list, but I also wanted to include movies that have a great winter atmosphere. "The Polar Express" fits the bill. The motion capture is reminiscent of video game cutscenes, but the surroundings and the soundtrack draw you in anyways. At least, they draw me in.

10. Happy Feet

Not particularly atmospheric, but a fun, lighthearted watch that takes place mostly in the Arctic. I always find myself unintentionally tapping my feet along with this movie.

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10 Snowy Movies Perfect For Escaping The Summer Heatwave

Summer can't seem to let it go. Time to head through the wardrobe to a winter wonderland.

1. Frozen

2. Frozen Planet

3. The Shining

4. Ice Age

5. The Nightmare Before Christmas

6. Balto

7. Over the Garden Wall

8. The Chronicles of Narnia

9. The Polar Express

10. Happy Feet

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

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It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

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Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

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15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

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