Finally!
Thanksgiving offers time to watch some really GREAT flicks!
Think of all the calories you’ll save. None of these have any fat or calories…nope, just VEG!
So here’s my suggestions for Thanksgiving Day holiday-themed movies I’m sure you’ll LOVE!
- The Savages (2007) Laura Linney, Phillip Seymour Hoffman and Phillip Bosco star in this black comedy.
- Pieces of April (2003) Katie Holmes, Oliver Platt and Patricia Clarkson; this has fast become a contemporary classic for me!
- Home for The Holidays (1995) Holly Hunter, Anne Bancroft, Charles Durning; great performances, funny, sweet, story of my life in many ways.
- The Lion In Winter (1968) Katharine Hepburn, Peter O’Toole and Anthony Hopkins (And you thought YOUR family had problems!)
- Miracle on 34th Street (1947) Maureen O’Hara, Edmund Gwenn and Natalie Wood; here’s the game plan: watch the parade (Macy’s, of course) while you’re making yourself useful by peeling potatoes, then follow it up with turning your youngest niece/nephew/cousins on to this puppy. It’s a sure-fire crowd pleaser.
- Meet Me in St. Louis (1944) Directed by Vincente Minnelli and stars Judy Garland and one of the best kid roles EVER (Tootie) played to perfection by Margaret O’Brien. The score alone is awesome (features ‘Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas’), the story is endearing. Besides we’d never know Liza Minnelli if it weren’t for this picture!
- White Christmas (1954) Big Crosby, Danny Kaye and Rosemary Clooney; okay, if I have to explain this one…that’s a flat out shame, because my friend you have been missing out! If you really, really, really need to have that long talk with your Dad after the football game… fine. Save this one for tomorrow and that mountain of leftovers. But watch it from start to finish and do it cuddled up with someone you love!
Other than that…you’re obligated to listen to the entirety of Arlo Guthrie’s “Alice’s Restaurant” while stuffing your bird and/or your face. Your call. Consider it tradition. It’s comforting to know some things still stand up over the years. It’s thoroughly entertaining!! (If you’re unfamiliar, check out iTunes… I’m sure it’s there.)
Enjoy this wonderful day—it’s the onset of the season (it’s the very best part).
Enjoy family and friends. But most of all… enjoy yourself!
It’s comforting and important to be reminded of all the things you can be thankful for this holiday season!
Me? I’m just thankful I know YOU!
Have a HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!
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