No point in arguing it, because Gremlins is the best Christmas movie ever released.
If they dont answerGremlins, though, disregard whatever they say next.
Forty years after its release,Gremlinsstill holds its unmatched charm and feel-good factor.
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Well, wonder no more, because youre about to find out whyGremlinsis the G.O.A.T.
and no other movie comes close to matching its cheery appeal.
The setting is everything in this movie
Think aboutGremlinsfor a second and where it takes place.
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Race ahead to the Peltzer house and its physical embodiment of Christmas.
The all-encompassing Christmas atmosphere plays a critical role in shaping the mood forGremlins.
No matter what, though, theres no disputingwhenthis film takes place.
Regardless, no one can blame Gizmo for any of the mishaps.
Hes innocent in this whole ordeal and only tries to help.
Gizmo makes a wonderful pet.
Hes friendly, loving, and carries a beautiful tune that endears him to everyone.
Unlike the gremlins, he looks more than happy to have a new home and a friend in Billy.
As devastating a scene asthatone fromOld Yeller.
When people speak of other so-called Christmas movies, they mention the likes ofHome AloneorDie Hard.
Nope, they didnt.
Kevin McCallister and John McClane received the equivalent of coal in their stockings.
Therefore, based purely on cute value alone, Gizmo putsGremlinsin a league of its own.
Yet, even in their chaos, they never forget about the importance of the Christmas spirit.
Look at the scene in which they terrorize Mrs. Deagle (Polly Holliday) for example.
Before they wreak havoc on the miserable woman, they carol outside of her home.
While they might not know the words to what theyre singing, what beautiful, beastly voices they possess!
Like angels with bat wings.
Its not their fault that Mrs. Deagle is a grinch and doesnt appreciate their efforts.
And what symbolizes family more than Christmas?
See where this is going now?
We rest our case, Your Honor, becauseGremlinsnever fails to make us merry.
