Quiet Riot

The Politics of Hallmark Xmas Movies


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Hallmark has pumped out over 800 of these original movies - and I use the term original very loosely. Its countdown to Xmas generates over a third of its entire revenue during this one month. 


But where do these films have their roots? Are they a new phenomenon or just the modern version of Pride & Prejudice? Are they an anti-capitalist subversion teaching that work and materialism do not equal happiness? Or a MAGA misogynist festival that seeks to humiliate women who have the temerity to seek a life, education, or career outside their home town? 


Alex compares notes with film critic Linda Marric, to get to the bottom of their enduring, and - given their quality - pretty surprising popularity. 


GOOD FESTIVE PICKS

  • The Holiday
  • *batteries not included
  • The Family Man
  • When Harry Met Sally...


    SO BAD THEY ARE GOOD FESTIVE PICKS

    • Harvest Love
    • A Law for Christmas
    • 'Tis The Season to Be Merry
    • Christmas at the Holly Hotel
    • Sister Swap - City Edition
    • Sister Swap - Country Edition
    • Hallmark's daring interracial effort: Something from Tiffany's
    • Hallmark's first gay starring couple: The Holiday Sitter
    • Hallmark's does Hannukah: Love, Lights, Hannukah!

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