A Christmas Story (1983) Reviews
- Starring:
- Melinda Dillon, Darren McGavin, (more)
- Director(s):
- Bob Clark
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- PG
- Category:
- Family & Kids
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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful Wana know how lasting this movie is? A Christmans Story was released in '83, I was born in '81 and for as long as I can even remember holidays, this movie has been THE holiday movie my entire family ... Read More Wana know how lasting this movie is? A Christmans Story was released in '83, I was born in '81 and for as long as I can even remember holidays, this movie has been THE holiday movie my entire family can agree on. The dad, like my dad, is a little gruff and a bit tough around the edges but a big 'ole softy when it comes down to it. The mom, like my mom, tries to do whatever she can to keep the peace (and she's pretty darn good at it). Ralphie and Randy are just as rambunctious and mischievous as I remember my sister and I being. A Christmas Story is not your cheesy, syrupy holiday tale. It has its dear moments and in general a happy vibe, but it's a little tongue in cheek and rather sarcastic at times. Christmas is not Christmas until I pop this movie into the DVD player, I can tell you that. If you haven't seen it, for that matter even BOUGHT it, then there's no reason to delay. Start building your own lasting memories. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful This one is a true classic! I am forced to remember my past. "Double Dog Dares", trying to run from bullies, the innocent Christmas wishes of children, etc all these things make this movie worth ... Read More This one is a true classic! I am forced to remember my past. "Double Dog Dares", trying to run from bullies, the innocent Christmas wishes of children, etc all these things make this movie worth watching over and over. This movie will bring you back to your childhood and make you laugh like never before! Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful Not really sure if some of the people that reviewed this even watched the movie. Its my favorite Christmas movie right up there with National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Don't let very small ... Read More Not really sure if some of the people that reviewed this even watched the movie. Its my favorite Christmas movie right up there with National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Don't let very small children watch this movie, because it will question the existence of Santa but so do most Christmas comedies. Its a movie that I think every person could relate to when they were a kid this age and its absolutely hilarious. Ignorant people won't like this movie, as you've seen in some of the reviews. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
0 out of 3 people found this review helpful This disk is nothing but commentary.....who wants to watch a movie, or bits and pieces of it, with some old man TALKING THE WHOLE TIME!!!! This is the second time I've tried to get this movie (to ... Read More This disk is nothing but commentary.....who wants to watch a movie, or bits and pieces of it, with some old man TALKING THE WHOLE TIME!!!! This is the second time I've tried to get this movie (to watch with my husband who had never seen it before). Guess I'll have to make a trip to the local store and pay someone else in addition to the online monster. I'm going to cancel this stinking "service". Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
2 out of 7 people found this review helpful I remember this move from when I was a kid. I didn't like it then and I realy don't like it now. I guess it's seem's poorly acted out. I just didn't enjoy the story line. Many people think I am crazy ... Read More I remember this move from when I was a kid. I didn't like it then and I realy don't like it now. I guess it's seem's poorly acted out. I just didn't enjoy the story line. Many people think I am crazy for not liking it, But at christmas I avoid it at all costs. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
3 out of 9 people found this review helpful My husband and I fondly remembered this movie from our childhood (teenage) years, but were sorely disappointed when we brought it home to show to our 3 and 7 year olds this year. We couldn't believe ... Read More My husband and I fondly remembered this movie from our childhood (teenage) years, but were sorely disappointed when we brought it home to show to our 3 and 7 year olds this year. We couldn't believe the extent of the foul language (including the "F" word), and found ourselves fast-forwarding through several sections, while hoping our son didn't pick up on some expressions he's never heard before. Too bad they can't edit it into a true family movie. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
1 out of 10 people found this review helpful This is the second time I've been disappointed by Blockbuster. If you don't pay special attention to the words "Bonus Disc" you may not realize that this is ONLY the bonus material and NOT any of the ... Read More This is the second time I've been disappointed by Blockbuster. If you don't pay special attention to the words "Bonus Disc" you may not realize that this is ONLY the bonus material and NOT any of the actual movie.
I'm sure it's great if that's what you want. But it is not what we all gathered in the family room with our hot popcorn in order to see. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No |
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