CHRISTMAS movies! by Fernanda Gonzalez

The Polar Express

Robert Zemeckis · 2004

Synopsis

When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Ron Howard · 2000

Synopsis

The Grinch decides to rob Whoville of Christmas - but a dash of kindness from little Cindy Lou Who and her family may be enough to melt his heart...

The Nightmare Before Christmas

Henry Selick · 1993

Synopsis

Tired of scaring humans every October 31 with the same old bag of tricks, Jack Skellington, the spindly king of Halloween Town, kidnaps Santa Claus and plans to deliver shrunken heads and other ghoulish gifts to children on Christmas morning. But as Christmas approaches, Jack''s rag-doll girlfriend, Sally, tries to foil his misguided plans.

Edward Scissorhands

Tim Burton · 1990

Synopsis

A small suburban town receives a visit from a castaway unfinished science experiment named Edward.

Elf

Jon Favreau · 2003

Synopsis

When young Buddy falls into Santa''s gift sack on Christmas Eve, he''s transported back to the North Pole and raised as a toy-making elf by Santa''s helpers. But as he grows into adulthood, he can''t shake the nagging feeling that he doesn''t belong. Buddy vows to visit Manhattan and find his real dad, a workaholic.

Home Alone

Chris Columbus · 1990

Synopsis

Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister makes the most of the situation after his family unwittingly leaves him behind when they go on Christmas vacation. But when a pair of bungling burglars set their sights on Kevin''s house, the plucky kid stands ready to defend his territory. By planting booby traps galore, adorably mischievous Kevin stands his ground as his frantic mother attempts to race home before Christmas Day.