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Defining A Holiday Movie Matters
- The hosts define a 'holiday movie' as one where the holiday plays a pivotal role in a major scene or climax.
- They plan to be forgiving but will reject extreme stretches like calling unrelated blockbusters holiday films.
Movies As Seasonal Rituals
- Chris Ryan treats holiday films as ritual objects tied to personal tradition rather than strictly critical merit.
- That perspective explains picking sentimental, rewatchable titles over critically optimal choices.
Family Rituals Anchor Holiday Films
- Sean Fennessey recalls watching It's a Wonderful Life with his grandmother and plans to share it with his daughter as a holiday ritual.
- He highlights the film's dark, psychological core despite its reputation as a heartwarming classic.