‘The Christmas Chronicles 2‘ is directed, co-written, and co-produced by Chris Columbus. It is a holiday comedy sequel released on Netflix and made by 1492 Pictures. Kate (Darby Camp) is feeling angry that her mother Claire (Kimberly Williams-Paisley) is dating Bob (Tyrese Gibson), whose son Jack (Jazhir Bruno) annoys her. She makes a wish that…
‘Alien Xmas‘ is a Christmas kids movie streaming on Netflix. The stop-motion film is directed by Stephen Chiodo, who also co-wrote the book it is based on with Jim Strain. Santa Claus (Keythe Farley) tells young elf children the story of X (Dee Bradley Baker), who was sent to Earth by Z (Barbara Goodson), the…
‘Fatman‘ is a dark Christmas comedy directed by Eshom Nelms and Ian Nelms. The movie was primarily shot in Canada and was later released through Saban Films. Chris Cringle (Mel Gibson) is struggling with his identity as Santa Claus, especially as his factory in Alaska is lacking funds. His wife Ruth (Marianne Jean-Baptiste) tries to…
Christmas TV specials have been a part of everyone’s lives since television was a thing. Every year, my family would tune into, pop in a VHS, or play a DVD for some of our yearly holiday shows. From Gotham City to Jellystone Park to Bear Town to where it all begin in Bethlehem. Here are…
Tim Burton’s ‘A Nightmare Before Christmas’ is one of the most beloved holiday movies of all time. It has interesting characters, excellent stop-motion techniques, a dynamite soundtrack, and a plot that keeps you on the edge of your seat. An ongoing debate among fans is whether it is a Christmas or Halloween film. I attempt…
Klaus is an animated Christmas comedy film written and directed by Sergio Pablos in his directorial debut. It was produced by Sergio Pablos Animation Studios and had a limited release in theaters before being streamed on Netflix. Spoiled brat Jesper (Jason Schwartzman) is the son of a local Postmaster General. He is sent off to…
Joining in on the parade of Christmas movies, Disney Plus releases Noelle on their streaming service. Directed and written by romantic comedy enthusiast Marc Lawrence, this feature tries to tap into that holiday buzz. Noelle Kringle (Anna Kendrick) is trying to teach her brother Nick (Bill Hader) to take over the business of being Santa…
The Christmas Chronicles is directed by Clay Kaytis and is one of the few Netflix original films not to have gratuitous gore, foul language, and “adult content.” That alone is a nice holiday gift for 2018. Siblings Teddy (Judah Lewis) and Kate (Darby Camp) live with their mother Claire (Kimberly Williams-Paisley). As Christmas approaches, they are still dealing with…
