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The snowy winter setting is nothing new in movies, but no matter how many times you watch it, it still evokes strong emotions because of the heartwarming stories that are enough to warm people's hearts every time the cold winds blow.
"Home Alone" - a legendary Christmas movie.
The story follows eight-year-old Kevin McCallister, who is left behind by his family and must fend off two burglars during the Christmas holidays. This seemingly desperate situation is handled by director Chris Columbus in a lighthearted and humorous way.
"Home Alone" is a movie for the whole family, from adults to children, to watch and enjoy, laughing with delight.
The New York Times called the film "the first dark Christmas comedy for children." The battle between young Kevin and the two thieves provides viewers with stress relief and satisfies their darkest thoughts without any negative consequences.
Nearly three decades have passed, but the appeal of Home Alone remains undiminished, especially as the cold weather approaches.
The film's idea of "being home alone" resonates with many young children. The boy gets to skateboard indoors, eat cream puffs to his heart's content, and sneak into his older brother's room. The film conveys a message about responsibility and growing up. As the adventure reaches its climax, the boy learns how to do laundry and shop at the grocery store, proving he can be independent without his parents. This message easily resonates with audiences of all ages, especially those who have felt distrusted or struggled to define their own identity.
In Poland, Home Alone is considered a classic Christmas movie and has been broadcast on national television every year-end for almost three decades.
Although nearly 25 years have passed since director Chris Columbus brought Macaulay Culkin to the big screen, "Home Alone" remains one of the most unforgettable films of every Christmas season. Along with the Christmas tree, church bells, candles, roast chicken, and Yule log cake, "Home Alone" perfectly encapsulates the warm and peaceful atmosphere of a Christmas Eve spent with family, no matter where they are.
"Frozen," a gift for all ages.
The story of the Snow Queen from Andersen's fairy tales has been memorized by generations of children, praising goodness with the characters Kai and Gerda. In 2013, Disney filmmakers drew inspiration from this classic story to create "Frozen"—an animated film that is currently dominating theaters worldwide. Also based on an adventure, "Frozen" has become a film that can be enjoyed by all ages thanks to its humor and emphasis on the value of love.
"Frozen" is the highest-grossing animated film of all time.
As Walt Disney's 53rd animated film, Frozen features many innovations in terms of visuals and effects. The kingdom of Arendelle is built magnificently and characteristically of a fairytale world, especially when covered in a snowy winter. The image of Elsa casting her magic to create a dazzling, sparkling snow castle, along with her Snow Queen costume, will make a strong impression on viewers.
The quote, "Some people are worth melting for," perfectly encapsulates Frozen: overflowing with love.
"What we want to tell is, if you have power, how you will grow and change, how you will find your place in this world, where you will find answers to unanswered questions..." is the message the film aims to convey to viewers of all ages.
"When Harry Met Sally" and the New Year's Eve confession of love.
Romantic films often believe in "love at first sight." The couple meet and immediately realize they can't live without each other. That's not true for the two main characters in "When Harry Met Sally," as they hate each other from the first glance.
Despite disliking each other, Harry and Sally coincidentally cross paths at crucial points in their lives, writing a bittersweet love story that spans over a decade.
The film poses the question, "Can women and men just be friends?" and touches upon many familiar ideas about romantic relationships in life. Watching the film, viewers will follow the two main characters through Christmases together, or the repeated lonely New Year's Eve parties… until they decide to end their solitude. "When Harry Met Sally…" captures the atmosphere of the year-end holidays and is truly one of the best romantic comedies ever made.
It's easier to change the landscape than to change one's nature. For a decade, they remained competitive, neither willing to give in. Then, on New Year's Eve, they shared a warm embrace and a kiss.
Five years later, they unexpectedly meet again at the airport. Harry is about to get married, while Sally is happily in love with someone new. They argue throughout the flight and then go their separate ways. Another five years pass. Harry is being cheated on by his wife and is finalizing his divorce. Sally has also just broken up with her boyfriend. They meet again, quickly become best friends, and, as is often the case with romantic movies, they fall in love without even realizing it.
This timeless film will undoubtedly never lose its appeal to film enthusiasts, no matter how much time passes. True love is about complementing and accepting each other's flaws.
"Me Before You" - a romantic love story that touches every heart.
"Me Before You" makes viewers laugh one moment and cry the next, their emotions sweeping them along with the emotional journey of Louisa and Will, uncontrollably. It seems as though something deep within is awakened—the instinct to love and the most innocent part of each person—through the film's story, which is humorous, romantic, beautiful, yet deeply melancholic.
Staying true to the original story, the film serves as proof of the rational argument that great love makes you a better person, not transforms you into someone else.
Adapted from Jojo Moyes' bestselling novel of the same name, the film's script was written by the author herself, with the desire to fully convey the spirit of the story on the big screen. The film's male lead, William Traynor, is a banker, a perfect "prince charming" for all the young women. A traffic accident leaves the banker bedridden due to a spinal injury. Meanwhile, the female lead, Louisa Clark, is a girl who has never traveled far from her village; the most beautiful sight in the world for Louisa is the wall of a dilapidated castle.
Two people who seemed completely unrelated had the chance to meet when Lou was hired to care for Will after his accident. And the two experienced a range of emotions, from hatred and resentment to affection for each other.
The film, dubbed a "Western romance," melts the hearts of every girl.
In over 90 minutes, the film proved that optimism, innocence, and sincerity can revive a soul filled with gloom, suffering, and helplessness in the face of life; it demonstrated that a kind, loving heart and radiant smiles can touch pain, soothe it, and awaken the sad corners of the soul, making that arrogant young man exclaim: "You are the only thing that makes me want to wake up every morning."
Winter is truly perfect when you gather with loved ones, enjoying these movies together while sipping hot tea. The flickering firelight, the cheerful laughter and conversation—all create a cozy atmosphere, dispelling the biting cold.
