carolchic19 Reviews

A Christmas Story (1983)

The 3rd Christmas Classic Film

[25 December 2006]

I'm in my 50's and grew up with "It's a Wonderful Life" and "A Christmas Carol" as my two must-see films each Christmas. After 25+ years, "A Christmas Story" was added to my list. Have watched it annually for almost 20 years.

So many great scenes; so many great lines. Fragile becomes an Italian import. Deranged Easter bunny. You'll shoot your eye out. Be sure to drink your Ovaltine. Tapestry of obscenity. F--- word. Ralphie's daydreaming. I can't get up.

It is a film for those who remember that special Christmas. I think that is the Christmas when the magic of Santa and the magic of your parents converge.

Molly: An American Girl on the Home Front (2006 TV Movie)

Best American Girl Movie So Far

[8/10 · 28 November 2006]

I've enjoyed the Samantha and Felicity movies but the Molly movie rocked. Maybe it's just that I am a sucker for WWII movies, but it is also that I thought this was just a perfect movie for 21st century American children to get an idea of what it is like to live during wartime. Maya Ritter did a credible job in the title role; I also enjoyed David AaronBa ker as Molly's dad, and Sarah Manninen as Molly's teacher. But truly, Tory Green did steal the show as Emily, an English girl who stays with the McIntires to keep her safe from the London bombings. Disney should scoop this child up for one of their tweener shows. Very enjoyable, with some cute moments, and some poignancy. I would think most parents will enjoy watching this with their American girls!