New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce Is Home Alone a Top 5 Christmas Movie? ft. Kylie Kelce | New Heights Film Club
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Dec 19, 2025 
Kylie Kelce, part of the legendary Kelce family, joins the discussion, bringing her unique parenting perspective to the table. The trio dives into whether 'Home Alone' deserves a spot in the top 5 Christmas movies, pondering the notorious parenting of Peter McCallister. They reflect on timeless childhood memories, Kevin's ingenious traps, and the film's relevance today. Discussions about favorite scenes and plot believability lead to humorous debates, making for a delightful take on this holiday classic.
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Family Memories Sparked By Home Alone
- Kylie Kelce recalls watching Home Alone as a child and mentions her kids' different reactions to scenes like the slipping traps.
- The hosts compare childhood desires from the film, like ziplines and treehouses, to their own kid memories.
How Plot Uses Holiday Chaos
- The hosts summarize Home Alone's premise: a chaotic family holiday leads to Kevin being accidentally left home alone while burglars target the neighborhood.
- They highlight how the film uses holiday timing and neighborhood vulnerability to justify Kevin's independence and the burglars' scheme.
Landlines vs. Plot Convenience
- The hosts narrate disbelief at how the McAllisters fail to contact anyone after realizing Kevin is missing and debate 1990s communication norms.
- Jason insists landlines made it trivial to reach relatives or coworkers, while Travis defends the era's logistical limits.