Hello Hawkeyes!

It’s finally time for my Christmas movie picks! This time, I’ll share two recommendations and two movies on my watch-list for the upcoming weeks. Let’s get started!

The Polar Express

Rating: 10/10

The Polar Express is exactly how I imagined the North Pole as a kid. This movie embodies the magic of Christmas and the holiday season that many of us wish could last all year. It’s been a yearly tradition for me, so in my opinion, it’s a must-watch—especially if you’re ready to embrace the holiday spirit!

The Grinch

Rating: 9/10

I’ve always loved The Grinch for his quirky attitude and his adorable sidekick, Max. Whoville is hilariously unprepared for the chaos they unleash leading up to Christmas! I prefer the animated version because the characters are so much cuter compared to the original, where the Grinch looks creepier (which I’m sure was intentional). This is a simple, heartwarming movie with a fun twist on a classic story.

Onto My Watchlist…

Krampus

I’m still in the Halloween mood, so Krampus seems like the perfect mix of Christmas and spooky vibes. I vaguely remember starting it before but getting too scared to finish it! The story centers on Krampus, a dark and menacing figure who punishes those on the “naughty” list. It’s about a dysfunctional family trying to band together and defeat him. Wish me luck getting past the first 10 minutes this time!

A Christmas Story

This is on my list simply because it’s a classic that so many movies reference. I’ve never actually seen it, but from what I’ve read, it follows a typical ’40s kid navigating Christmas with his family (and a bully!). I’m not sure if I’ll love it, but it never hurts to give a classic a try.

Hopefully, if you’ve seen the first two movies, you love them as much as I do! And if you haven’t seen the last two, maybe we can check them out together this season.

As we head into winter, keep an eye out for my upcoming Winter Weather Activity Guide! Stay warm, and I’ll see you soon!