Three classic Christmas DVDs
Christmas time is family time. Moms and dads cuddle up with their children on the sofa, perhaps drinking punch or eating gingerbread. In my opinion, the climax of the Christmas spirit has always been looking at Christmas DVD together. There is nothing that conveys the message of Christmas better. Here are some all-time classics that are available as Christmas DVD and that will surely add to your Christmas movie watching experience.
A Charlie Brown Christmas
Produced in 1965, this was one of the first television specials to become a Christmas tradition. In this Peanuts cartoon, Charlie Brown is given the honor of directing his school’s Christmas play. He agrees, but it turns out to be a frustrating fight. When an attempt to restore the proper spirit with a small abandoned fir tree fails, he needs Linus’s help to learn the true meaning of Christmas. What’s especially beautiful about this TV special is how the filmmakers managed to get exactly this message across.
It’s a wonderful life
While this movie isn’t as holiday-focused as A Charlie Brown Christmas or others, it has become a Christmas classic. The story is about the life of George Bailey, one of the kindest people you’ve probably ever met. One Christmas night, Bailey doesn’t see the true value of his life and wants to commit suicide, but an angel saves him and tries to convince George how valuable he has been to the entire community in his hometown. While only the finale of It’s a Wonderful Life takes place during the festive season, it’s a full-blown Christmas classic that leaves you with a smile on your face and a desire to do good like George Bailey.
a christmas story
This is probably the funniest Christmas movie ever made. The main protagonist is Ralphie, 9 years old. His biggest wish for Christmas is a 200 shot carbine action Red Ryder official model BB rifle with a compass in the stock. The movie follows the trials he has to endure and the obstacles he must overcome to make his wish come true. This Christmas comedy has so many remarkable scenes that I don’t even know where to start. One that stood out to me was the family trip to the local department store where Ralphie finally gets the chance to sit on Santa’s lap and say his wish. But the words get stuck in his throat.
I know that with this little summary of Christmas DVD I barely scratched the surface of what is available on the market. I myself can’t keep up with the speed with which new releases come out. But you should definitely take a look at these classics before you dive into the wide ocean of Christmas DVD.