In this festive yet fiery episode of The Commentary Booth, Jamie Apps & Corrina Mabey tackle the age-old debate: Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? With its Christmas Eve setting, festive music, and Santa hat-adorned villains, some argue it belongs alongside holiday classics. Others, like Jamie, claim it’s simply a high-octane action movie. Who’s right? You decide!

Jamie and Corrina break down the film’s memorable elements, from Bruce Willis’ everyman hero, John McClane, to Alan Rickman’s iconic portrayal of Hans Gruber. They also explore the impact of Die Hard on the action genre and its continued cultural significance over 35 years after its release. Along the way, they share trivia, debate the holiday spirit of the film, and reflect on what makes Die Hard a timeless classic.

Highlights Breakdown:

- Jamie and Corrina's initial stances: Christmas movie or not?

- Exploring the holiday themes and festive elements

- Alan Rickman’s legacy as Hans Gruber

- Behind-the-scenes trivia about Die Hard

- The cultural impact of Die Hard and its influence on action movies

Join us for this entertaining discussion and cast your vote in the ultimate holiday movie debate!

This week’s episode is brought to you by Australian Wrestling Cards.

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