By Andie Bernhardt, Entertainment editor
Home Alone
Be careful what you wish for… Kevin McCallister, the youngest son of the McCallister family, wishes that his family would disappear the night before the family leaves for their trip to Paris. When the family mistakenly leaves young Kevin behind, he is left alone over the holidays, and has an adventure of a lifetime as two con men attempt to rob his house. This comedy will take you on an unforgettable adventure that will bring you endless laughs, as it transports you back to your childhood.
Elf
When Buddy (Will Ferrell) grows up in Santa’s Workshop located at the North Pole, he discovers that he in fact is not a real elf, but a human. After dis- covering that his whole life was a hoax, he runs off to New York to nd his birth father. Buddy spreads Christmas cheer throughout the big city while on his adventure to reunite with his father. You would be a “Cotton-Headed Ninny Muggins” if you didn’t get a good laugh out of this movie.
The Grinch Who Stole Christmas
This remake of the beloved Dr. Seuss children’s tale is a Christmas classic. The whole family will be filled with laughter as Jim Carrey takes on this grumpy and unforgettable roll. This is the perfect movie to get the entire family into the Christmas spirit, and to remind everyone of the true meaning behind Christmas.
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
Everyone loves a good old Griswold vacation. With five movies in this fun-filled movie series, this Christmas Vacation rendition is an all-time favorite. There is never a dull moment with this wacky family as they light up the neighborhood with Christmas spirit (literally). From squirrels in the house, to sledding accidents, along with many other mishaps, there’s little that goes right for this family over the long holiday. This film will make you feel better about your own crazy family.
A Christmas Story
A Christmas Story is perhaps one of the most iconic Christmas movies of all time. As you watch the story of Ralph Parker’s most memorable Christmas unfold, you will be entertained throughout the entire journey as it leads up to the highly anticipated Christ- mas day. I triple dog dare you watch this movie over the holiday break.