How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)

Title: How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour 44 minutes
Release Date: November 17, 2000
Genre(s): Fantasy, Comedy
Production Co.: Universal Pictures
Director: Ron Howard
Starring: Jim Carrey, Taylor Momsen, Kelley


Who would I recommend this to?
Everybody.

What is this about?
The Grinch who is a Who that is more of a what and hates Christmas because his heart is two sizes too small.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Every December.

Where does it take place?
Whoville.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because it is most excellent. I can't believe this came out in 2000!

How did I like this?
I love this movie. It gives such a great backstory to Mr. Grinch and it even makes my tiny heart grow.

Have you seen How the Grinch Stole Christmas? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas (2004)

Title: Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas
Rating: G
Run Time: 1 hour 8 minutes
Release Date: November 9, 2004
Genre(s): Animation, Fantasy, Short Film
Production Co.: Walt Disney Pictures
Director: Theresa Cullen, Carole Holliday
Starring: Wayne Allwine, Tony Anselmo, Jeff Bennett


Who would I recommend this to?
Disney superfans and kids.

What is this about?
More tales of Christmas spirit starring the Sensational Six.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Christmastime.

Where does it take place?
The Disney universe.

Why did I decide to watch this?
It's Christmastime and I watched the first one.

How did I like this?
I sadly didn't enjoy these stories. I found them quite shallow. There was no heart like in the previous collection.

I also hate this animation style. I'm surprised Disney stuck with it for so long, but I guess this new generation likes it.

Have you seen Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas? What did you think?
If  not, would you watch it?

Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999)

Title: Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas
Rating: NR
Run Time: 1 hour 6 minutes
Release Date: November 9, 1999
Genre(s): Animation, Fantasy, Short Film
Production Co.:  Disney Television Animation
Director: Alex Mann, Jun Falkenstein
Starring: Kelsey Grammer, Wayne Allwine, Russi Taylor


Who would I recommend this to?
Disney superfans and kids.

What is this about?
The tales of holiday cheer as told by the Sensational Six.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Christmas.

Where does it take place?
The Disney universe.

Why did I decide to watch this?
It's Christmastime and I hadn't seen it in a long time.

How did I like this?
I actually never realized this was part of three story movie. I just very clearly remembered the Huey, Dewey, and Louie tale of repeating Christmas until they got things right.

All three stories are cute and sum up Christmas in a classic, family-friendly way.

Have you seen Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)

Title: The Muppet Christmas Carol
Rating: G
Run Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Release Date: December 11, 1992
Genre(s): Drama, Fantasy, Musical
Production Co.: Jim Henson Productions, Walt Disney Pictures
Director: Brian Henson
Starring: Michael Caine, Kermit the Frog, Dave Goelz


Who would I recommend this to?
Everyone.

What is this about?
It's another Christmas Carol adaptation, but the only one that matters.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Every December.

Where does it take place?
London.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because this is the best Christmas Carol movie in existence.

How did I like this?
I love this movie. It had fallen off my radar for awhile, but last year I was reminded of my love for it. It's perfectly cast, and the Muppets fit their characters so well. The songs are all delightfully catchy, and Scrooge is perfectly Scroogey.

Have you seen The Muppet's Christmas Carol? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

I'll Be Home For Christmas (1998)

Title: I'll Be Home For Christmas
Rating: PG
Run Time: 1 hour 26 minutes
Release Date: November 13, 1998
Genre(s): Comedy
Production Co.: Walt Disney Pictures
Director: Arlene Sanford
Starring: Jonathan Taylor Thomas, Jessica Biel, Adam LaVorgna


Who would I recommend this to?
Everyone who grew up in the '90s.

What is this about?
A self-absorbed teen has to make it across the country for Christmas dinner without a car, money, or anything other than a Santa suit and his wits.

When would be a good time to watch this?
Christmas Eve.

Where does it take place?
Across America from Los Angeles to New York.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Back in 1998 I had a huge crush on JTT, so duh. I've watched it nearly every Christmas since.

How did I like this?
I love this movie, even if my JTT crush has dwindled. I miss the offbeatness of '90s movies. They just don't make family films like this anymore. Especially for this age group. The character are in college, but it's not raunchy, but also not entirely wholesome. It's perfect.

Have you seen I'll Be Home For Christmas? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

The Santa Clause 3 (2006)

Title: The Santa Clause 3
Rating: G
Run Time: 1 hour 37 minutes
Release Date: November 3, 2006
Genre(s): Fantasy, Comedy
Production Co.: Walt Disney Pictures
Director: Michael Lembeck
Starring: Tim Allen, Martin Short, Elizabeth Mitchell


Who would I recommend this to?
Christmas fanatics.

What is this about?
Jack Frost tries to take over Christmas while Santa is distracted with his in-laws and new baby on the way.

When would be a good time to watch this?
After the second one...

Where does it take place?
The North Pole.

Why did I decide to watch this?
I saw it in theaters because I like the other two movies.

How did I like this?
I didn't like it at all the first time I saw it. I found it annoying. It's still weird but I liked it bit better this time around. Jack Frost had the potential to be a great villain, but the set-up wasn't right.. And there's no reason for Mrs. Claus to be mad about Santa doing his job at Christmastime! YOU MARRIED SANTA!!

The Canada jokes are funny though.

Have you seen The Santa Clause 3? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?

The Santa Clause 2 (2002)

Title: The Santa Clause 2
Rating: G
Run Time: 1 hour 44 minutes
Release Date: November 1, 2002
Genre(s): Fantasy, Comedy
Production Co.: Walt Disney Pictures
Director: Michael Lembeck
Starring: Tim Allen, Spencer Breslin, Elizabeth Mitchell


Who would I recommend this to?
Fans of the first one and Christmas in general.

What is this about?
Scott Calvin is enjoying life as Santa until he finds out that he has to get married soon or else lose his Santa magic.

When would be a good time to watch this?
After the first one.

Where does it take place?
Chicago and the North Pole.

Why did I decide to watch this?
Because I like the first one and it's Christmastime.

How did I like this?
 I know I'd seen this a few times before, but it's the least memorable of the three. Which watching it now, makes perfect sense. It's about middle-aged dating to save Christmas. Kinda weird, but still enjoyable. This is what gives us unrealistic expectations for relationships.

I had totally forgotten about the Santa clone. He is a mess! Imagine if the North Pole was actually run by someone who follows the rules like that? No one would get presents!

Have you seen The Santa Clause 2? What did you think?
If not, would you watch it?