discussion Is Die Hard a Christmas movie

[Shawnchapp]

I and my sister were arguing today about Is Die Hard a Christmas movie I think it is because she doesn't what do you think guys

of course it is watch the trailer

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[Evil Surgeon]

Abso-fucking-lutely.

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[User_101810]

After all the killing is done; it does have some Christmas cheer

 

[Solotime]

Of course it's a Christmas movie!

 

[Fall12Dr]

I agree with the others, it's a christmas movie

 

[wizardsarereal]

If its based around christmas its a christmas movie to me! despite bruce himself saying it isnt (at his Comedy Central Roast, may have just been a meme).

Can't really trust his opinion, unfortunately dudes mind was going for years. I vote yes for Christmas movie

 

[wizardsarereal]

Abso-fucking-lutely.

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I mean this is definitive proof, right?

 

[Sural Argonus]

Not only is it *NOT* a Christmas movie...It's a shitty ass movie.

Nothing anyone can ever say or do will ever chance my mind.

 

[hubb58s]

worst Christmas ever!

 

[FrozenCustard]

Its the best christmas movie alongside the first gremlins.

 

[fyl3toys]

Wait.....doesn't the end of the movie feature a christmas song?

I mean.....

cmon

It's a christmas movie

 

[MOCO9559]

For me the setting is enough to call it a Christmas movie. They picked up the Chrismas theme quite often in the movie so it has a meaning to it.

 

[aigamisou]

Of course its a christmas movie! So much love in this film

 

[shadu]

I feel it is a christmas movie even if it is not really about the holiday spirit. It takes place during that time and due to it's status as a meme christmas movie it has basically cemented itself as a real one.

 

[User_89876]

My personal ai tells me:

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Christmas movies typically feature certain characteristic elements:

1. **Setting and Timeframe**: They are often set during the Christmas season and include festive decorations like Christmas trees, lights, and snow.
2. **Themes**: Common themes include love, family, generosity, and redemption. The spirit of Christmas and its associated values are central to the plot.
3. **Music and Imagery**: Christmas music frequently underscores key scenes, and traditional holiday imagery pervades the setting.
4. **Plot**: The storyline often involves characters overcoming obstacles or conflicts to embrace the spirit of the season, sometimes with a magical or miraculous element.

Regarding *Die Hard*, there's been an ongoing debate about whether it qualifies as a Christmas movie. It is set during Christmas, and there are references to the holiday, including a Christmas party and festive decorations. The film also includes the playing of Christmas music and even has a few lines of dialogue about the holiday. However, its primary genre is action, and the central plot revolves around a hostage situation rather than traditional Christmas themes of peace, joy, and familial gatherings.

Thus, while *Die Hard* incorporates some elements typical of Christmas movies, whether it is considered a "Christmas movie" often depends on whether the viewer prioritizes the setting and superficial elements or the underlying themes more commonly associated with the genre. For many, it's a Christmas movie due to its setting and timing, while for others, it's more of an action film that just happens to take place at Christmas.

So superficially it is a Christmas movie, but we elitists know better

 

[WhiteFireDaemon]

It depends on the definition of "Christmas movie." If it's a movie about Christmas, then no Die Hard is not. If it's a simply a movie set during Christmas, then yes it is. With that in mind, I'd have to say no.

 

[Itsme]

It's shown in TV during christmas time every year, so maybe it is, beside LotR and others.

 

[Doreii]

YES it is!

 

[User_78835]

Is it a Christmas movie that you can watch any time of the year, or is it a classic epic that you usually watch at Christmas.
In the end it doesn't really matter.

 

[samix22]

If you want a really good Die Hard-esque movie that is explicitly a Christmas movie which has Santa taking on the John McLane role, check out Violent Night (2022). I highly recommend it!

is that the same actor from bad santa? really liked that one