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Top 5 Christmas Movies! [Movies on the Side Crossover]
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Why do the hosts dislike 'The Polar Express'?
They find the animation haunting and nightmarish, the story neither heartwarming nor enjoyable, and the movie overall to be D-tier at best.
What is the hosts' opinion on 'A Christmas Story'?
They consider it overrated, lacking nostalgia for them, and find it overly quoted, which diminishes its enjoyment.
What are some honorable mentions for Christmas movies?
Honorable mentions include 'Jingle All the Way' with Arnold Schwarzenegger, 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas' (Jim Carrey version), 'Iron Man 3', and 'White Christmas'.
Why does one host consider 'Spirited' a good Christmas movie?
They appreciate its earnest message, the music by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, and the performances by Will Ferrell and Ryan Reynolds, which they find delightful and in the spirit of Christmas.
What is the number one Christmas movie for each host?
For Steven, it's 'Home Alone'; for Jason, it's 'Elf'; and for Nate, it's 'It's a Wonderful Life'.
Why does one host love 'It's a Wonderful Life'?
They find the emotional journey of the main character, from despair to appreciating his life, deeply moving and a perfect representation of Christmas magic.
What is the hosts' opinion on 'Groundhog Day' as a Christmas movie?
One host suggests that if the story were set on Christmas instead of Groundhog's Day, it would be a top five Christmas movie due to its themes of redemption and discovering the true meaning of life.
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