I've mentioned before how the holidays seem to being out the crazies once Thanksgiving passes, and referred to it as " The Silly Season ". That phrase was taken from a film, that sort of became an unofficial Christmas movie for myself and many others over the years through pop culture or what have you along with another film. The films I am referring to are Die Hard and Lethal Weapon , while their genre may be action elements of holiday survival are ingrained and the message is of closeness and family are there that make them good choices for the grumpy guy's holiday. Firstly, both films start and end with Christmas music so you have your sandwich of holiday theme music right there. Throughout both films you'll notice plenty of Christmas lights and Santa themed colors in many scenes. Along with tinsel, and eggnog both films focus on families trying to get together for Christmas but have to deal with these pesky European terrorists or mercenaries...
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