Posted by Virg on December 21, 2024, 10:27 am, in reply to "Christmas 2024 and New Year viewing!"
Just completed this one, Christmas Holiday (1944), starring Deanna Durbin and Gene Kelly. I had always been curious about it, but it seemed to be hard to find. I had noticed they had released a DVD on Amazon, so I picked it up.
It is a drama/film noir. It was ok overall, nothing earth shattering and nothing I would probably re-visit anytime soon. A lot of stories told in flashback and not too much Christmas atmosphere, although the story does take place on Christmas Eve. I had also always been curious about Deanna Durbin. She seemed to have potential but didn't seem to provide a lot of range in or acting. I'd probably rate this at middle of the road.
Not sure what else I will watch. I'd like to get back to the Honeymooner's Christmas episodes and maybe the Reginald Owen version of The Christmas Carol. I still have never seen that one.
Anyone else? Jump in!
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