Why Theory

1980s Christmas

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Dec 12, 2023
The hosts delve into popular 1980s Christmas films like Christmas Story, Trading Places, Scrooged, Christmas Vacation, and Home Alone. They discuss the nostalgia prevalent in these movies and the limitations it imposes. They also explore the evolution of Christmas films over time, analyze the concept of nostalgia, and discuss the themes of capitalism and immorality in Scrooge. Additionally, they examine the themes of greed and conversion in Christmas Vacation and reflect on the limitations of money during Christmas.
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