With Christmas right around the corner, collegiettes are chomping at the bit to get home for winter break. Although finals are difficult sometimes a little escape is exactly what you need! Take a break with our favorite Christmas movies!
1. Love Actually: This classic british film is a reminder that love is all around us. Hugh Grant stars in this witty and timeless Christmas tale guaranteed to make you laugh and cry simultaneously.
2. The Year Without A Santa Clause: Ever wonder what Christmas would be like if Santa had to take a sick day? This 1957 family classic reminds us of the true meaning of Christmas and that everyone needs a day off once in a while.
3. Miracle on 34th Street: This Academy Award winning film tells the story of Kris Kringle as he becomes Santa Claus for Macy’s flagship store in NYC. This classic film spawned several remakes and a Broadway musical and reminds viewers of the importance of believing.
4. The Santa Clause: Tim Allen stars as Scott, a divorced father who accidentally takes on the role of Santa Clause. Scott learns his way through his new job with the help of his son, Charlie.
5. White Christmas: Irving Berlin’s Christmas classic tells the story of love during a difficult and very different piece of American history.
6. How the Grinch Stole Christmas: Jim Carrey stars as the Grinch in this 2000s hit. Watch his heart grow three sizes as he encounters Taylor Momsen before her days on Gossip Girl.
7. Home Alone: John Hughes’ 1990 Christmas classic follows Kevin McCallister as his parents leave him at home on their way to Paris for a Christmas vacation. The sequel to this classic also features President-Elect Donald Trump.
8. Christmas With the Kranks: Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis star in this Christmas comedy about the gift of family and all of the chaos that comes along with it.