If you watch the movie “Love Actually” followed by “Die Hard” you get to see Alan Rickman get punished severely for having an affair with his secretary. It’s quite satisfying.
The Cinematic Punishment of Alan Rickman
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Love Actually…Is All Around Us At Christmastime
Love is all around us. I can feel it in my toes. This modern Christmas classic is a favorite of many. An all-star cast with a very connected story makes this movie special and a seasonal favorite for many.
Holiday Double Feature – Elf and Christmas Vacation
Tonight is a Christmas-themed movie double-header. The always funny classic “National Lampoons Christmas Vacation” and the iconic and madcap “Elf”. Both are terrific movies that tell stories about some of the best parts of the holidays.
Christmas In July Beats Depressing Politics
We are watching Hallmark Channel Christmas movies over the Republican/Trump National Convention. It’s way more fun and heartwarming. Normally I don’t advocate putting my head in the sand but this is an exception for mental health and other reasons. Also, their Christmas movies provide a reminder of cooler days ahead. Christmas in July is also a great thing and everyone should do it.
A Christmas Story, A Christmas Tradition
“You’ll shoot your eye out”…not for watching this classic Christmas film. This is a sweet story about one family’s Christmas in the first part of the 20th century. It’s also about friendship and doing whatever you can to get the gift you want for Christmas. Very American eh. It’s a favorite of ours each year.
The Alan Rickman Holiday Film Festival
Die Hard is a Christmas movie. Now that I have gotten that out of the way, the common bond between Die Hard and Love Actually is the late Alan Rickman. What happens with Alan Rickman’s character in Love Actually impacts what happens to his character in Die Hard. Tonight is a double feature and the best way to see both films during the season.
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