Unwrapping Christmas Cringe: A Hilarious Dive into Festive Rom-Coms
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12/19/24 • 77 min
Ever paired Nosferatu with Mufasa for Christmas movie day? We're shaking up holiday traditions in our latest episode, where we chat about our festive plans and explore the wacky world of Christmas cringe movies. As we gear up for 2024, we share our excitement over the Criterion Channel's Nicole Kidman collection, and the intriguing seasonal trends we've spotted on platforms like Letterboxd and Reddit. Get cozy as we unwrap the unique charm of these films, from their low-budget quirks to the predictably sweet romantic plots that keep us coming back for more.
Are you ready to discover what makes a movie deliciously cringe-worthy? We break down the elements that define these festive gems, contrasting them with more cinematic Christmas tales like "Four Christmases" and "The Family Stone." It's a journey through the evolution of holiday rom-coms, where traditional values meet modern twists, and stars like Vanessa Hudgens shine bright. From the catfishing escapades in a Nina Dobrev film to the medieval-meets-modern antics of "The Knight Before Christmas," we embrace the hilarity of it all.
Join us for a wild ride through our top recommendations, where unexpected castings and quirky storylines rule the roost. Whether it's the holiday chaos in "Something from Tiffany's" or the uproarious mix-up in "Xmas," these films promise laughter and joy despite their budget constraints. We also touch on how these movies, with their charming absurdities, manage to balance nostalgia with the cliché. So tune in and let us guide you through the festive fun and occasional head-scratching moments of the Christmas cringe genre.
Ever paired Nosferatu with Mufasa for Christmas movie day? We're shaking up holiday traditions in our latest episode, where we chat about our festive plans and explore the wacky world of Christmas cringe movies. As we gear up for 2024, we share our excitement over the Criterion Channel's Nicole Kidman collection, and the intriguing seasonal trends we've spotted on platforms like Letterboxd and Reddit. Get cozy as we unwrap the unique charm of these films, from their low-budget quirks to the predictably sweet romantic plots that keep us coming back for more.
Are you ready to discover what makes a movie deliciously cringe-worthy? We break down the elements that define these festive gems, contrasting them with more cinematic Christmas tales like "Four Christmases" and "The Family Stone." It's a journey through the evolution of holiday rom-coms, where traditional values meet modern twists, and stars like Vanessa Hudgens shine bright. From the catfishing escapades in a Nina Dobrev film to the medieval-meets-modern antics of "The Knight Before Christmas," we embrace the hilarity of it all.
Join us for a wild ride through our top recommendations, where unexpected castings and quirky storylines rule the roost. Whether it's the holiday chaos in "Something from Tiffany's" or the uproarious mix-up in "Xmas," these films promise laughter and joy despite their budget constraints. We also touch on how these movies, with their charming absurdities, manage to balance nostalgia with the cliché. So tune in and let us guide you through the festive fun and occasional head-scratching moments of the Christmas cringe genre.
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Excuse the Intermission - Unwrapping Christmas Cringe: A Hilarious Dive into Festive Rom-Coms
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How's it ? I'm Alex McCauley . I'm Max Fosberg .
Speaker 2And I'm Erica Krause .
Speaker 1And this is Excuse the Intermission a discussion show surrounding Christmas cringe . It's our holiday episode for 2024 . We're back in the lab recognizing another bizarrely important subgenre of movies . Much like garbage ,
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