“Christmas”
The film tells about several heroes with very different destinies, united by one thing – their lives change on Christmas Eve. The picture with an impressive cast (Penelope Cruz, Paul Walker, Susan Sarandon, Robin Williams, etc.) was one of the first to use the story format about the non-random meeting of random strangers in the new century – before every second the Christmas movie began to take advantage of it. A sincere and warm film about happiness is still possible.
Who it’s for: Anyone who desperately needs the New Year’s miracle feeling
Shot from the movie “Christmas” (2004)
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“Change location”
A New Year’s comedy starring Eddie Murphy and Dan Aykroyd in which a wealthy man who has lost everything (including his reputation) manages to punish his criminals and deceive fate with the help of a homeless prankster. Spicy – like fine wine – a Christmas comedy that has not lost its charm for 40 years.
For whom: Those who want to make nostalgia for the New Year
Still from the movie “Switch Places” (1983)
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“Guardians of the Galaxy: Vacation Special”
A fresh Christmas special from James Gun. The 40-minute episode is about the holiday bustle of popular superheroes. They kidnap actor Kevin Bacon, considered Star-Lord’s idol, and it turns into a series of fun adventures. And at the end of the episode, warm hugs, a touching song, and a reminder that we’ve made ourselves a holiday await.
Who it’s for: All Marvel fans
Still from Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (2022)
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“Look Around”
A young nanny gets a job looking after two teenagers on Christmas night. The holiday is interrupted by robbers who broke into the house, but gradually it will become clear that everyone around the main character is definitely not who they say they are. Now the girl has to defeat the villains alone and save Christmas, at least for herself. This absolutely gloomy New Year’s picture deliberately breaks the usual expectations of the viewer.
Who it’s for: Anyone who is sick of deceived New Year’s stories and wants something “sharper”
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“Krampus”
An ironic black comedy from Michael Dougherty about a medieval demon spoiling the holiday for a noisy and quarrelsome family. Relatives planned to endure together on another family holiday, but a blizzard that brings along the old evil forces them to unite in the name of common salvation and forget all grievances.
Who it’s for: Anyone who sees New Year’s Eve as a test with their family
A still from the movie “Krampus” (2015)
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“Black Christmas”
A 1974 Canadian slasher film that decided half a century ago to mock the traditional New Year’s splendor. At the center of the plot is a group of schoolgirls who become the targets of a serial maniac operating in a sorority dormitory. There are several remakes of the film, but none of them come close to the original.
For whom: anyone who is not afraid of fear because nothing is worse than “blue lights”
Still from the movie “Black Christmas” (1974)
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“Attention, hostages!”
A dark comedy about an unlucky robber who plans to rob a wealthy family on New Year’s Eve, but he himself turns out to be a victim of circumstances. It turns out that the house he wants to rob is inhabited by grumpy wives with intolerable characters. Even if they are hostages, they will not let go, which drives the thief crazy.
For whom: lovers of good irony
Watch Out for the Hostages! A scene from the movie (1994)
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“Silent Night”
British satirical comedy starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Goode about a family that gathers friends and relatives under one roof. In the middle of the celebration, it is revealed that a poisonous gas has descended on England from which no one can escape. Heroes try to spend the last hours of their lives in love and forgiveness, but things don’t go quite as planned. “Silent Night” is scorching, like that very scary gas, and a hooligan satire with a template happy ending to the classic New Year’s movies.
For whom: mockers
Still from the movie “Silent Night” (2021)
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“Anna and the Apocalypse”
A Christmas zombie musical where the world is turned upside down. Arguing with her parents, the main character Anna decides to go to Australia on the eve of the holidays. But all his plans are turned upside down when a zombie apocalypse begins in the city. The girl will have to fight the living dead with Christmas paraphernalia and beautiful carols.
Who it’s for: Anyone wondering what Shaun the Zombie would look like as a musical
Frame from the movie “Anna and the Apocalypse” (2017)
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“Pottersville”
The owner of a small shop, living a boring life, Maynard Greiger (unexpectedly in this role, Michael Shannon) finds his wife with her lover. In desperation, the hero dons a gorilla suit and scours the city. The next day, all the townspeople are in a state of trembling joy because they are sure that a snowman has visited the city. A non-standard Christmas tale for adults with an excellent cast: In addition to Shannon, the film also starred Christina Hendricks, Ron Perlman and Judy Green.
Who it’s for: Thirsty for trivial New Year’s stories
Still from the movie “Pottersville” (2017)
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