What would Christmas be without music? Something much more boring, that’s for sure.. And cinema has always known this, which is why it has promoted on many occasions the almost always happy marriage between melody and image, the choir and the scene under the snow, the dances next to the tree laden with gifts. The closest thing to happiness in one of the purest states of him, forever uniting two limbs which, the moment they connect, cause authentic flashes of light.
10 Christmas musicals not to be missed
1 ‘The Forest of No Return’
While it’s not a 100% Christmas themed tape, it’s radiant “The Forest of No Return” It has ended up becoming a true classic for an almost obligatory viewing at this stage of the year. Something understandable if we take into account its enthusiastic musical numbers, its infectious charm and the potential to remain in the memory of several generations of delightful sequences such as the march of the wooden soldiers, one of those scenes that completely justify an entire film.
Two “Appointment in St. Louis”
Judy Garland sings “Merry Christmas”. One of the most beautiful, emotional and memorable cinematic moments combining Christmas and music in the history of cinema. And it’s just one of the many brilliant scenes we can find in a masterpiece that doesn’t lose any of its power to amaze over the years and views. Mandatory at Christmas, yes, but also at any other time of the year.
3 ‘The Magical Christmas of the Jangle’
Written and directed by David E. Talbert, who has achieved here what is, without a doubt, the most interesting film of his career, “The Magical Christmas of the Jangles” has nothing extraordinary, but it is one of those Christmas and musical entertainments that can brighten up your day. With a cast dedicated to the cause and some truly inspired acts, here is one of the latest offerings of the genre that reaches the remarkable without much effort.
4 “The Muppets in Christmas Carols”
Charles Dickens’ indestructible novel has had many and varied journeys to the big screen, in fact, we’ll catch up on another brilliant adaptation later, but Few have captured its essence in such a special way “The Muppets in Christmas Carols”. Respecting the literary origin, increasing the dose of humor, presenting a series of magnificent songs and counting on the invaluable help of the great Michael Caine, this is a wonderful film from its dazzling beginning to its always emotional ending. A real gem.
The Muppets in Christmas stories on eCartelera
5 “Ana and the Apocalypse”
It has comedy.
He’s terrified.
It has action.
He has Christmas.
It has zombies.
And it has snowmen in evil and dangerous mode.
It was impossible that the amazing and wild “Ana and the Apocalypse”.
Ana and the apocalypse on eCartelera
6 ‘Fifteen days of pleasure’
If Fred Astaire dances, even for just a second, the movie is already worth sitting down to enjoy, whatever it is. And if, as happens, it is a small classic of musical and Christmas cinema like ‘Fifteen days of pleasure’, well, the recommendation becomes ‘order’. Smiles, unforgettable classics like ‘White Christmas’, the voice of Bing Crosby and the charisma of Virginia Dale complete an irresistible film.
7 ‘Nightmares Before Christmas’
Transformed over time into a classic in Tim Burton’s catalog, despite being directed by the great Henry Selick, the darkest and most original Christmas tale ever written continues to be a cinematic and musical experience full of satisfactions for millions of viewers who continue to fall in love by Jack Skellington, one of the most unforgettable characters ever created with the stop-motion technique. A contemporary classic that, for many, continues to be the inevitable cinematic event every Christmas.
Nightmare Before Christmas on eCartelera
8 ‘White Christmas’
Directed by the essential Michael Curtiz, an exceptional director who here shows his immense talent in practically all the scenes, ‘White Christmas’ is a real party for lovers of the musical genre and, obviously, of the aforementioned period of the year. Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and Vera-Ellen give their all in first-rate family entertainment filled with great numbers, good feelings and beautiful songs. A joy.
9 “Thank you very much, Mr. Scrooge”
Nominated for four Oscars and Golden Globe winner for Best Actor in a Comedy/Musical for Albert Finney, more than deserved, ‘Thank you very much, Mr. Scrooge’ is another of the most successful adaptations of the inexhaustible classic ‘A Christmas Carol’ by Charles Dickens. An eternal novel towards which Ronald Neame’s film shows absolute respect and affection, keeping alive the most characteristic flame of its essence and accompanying it with a good number of stupendous musical numbers. A captivating proposition that is effortlessly enjoyed from start to finish.
10 “Small red”
Thirty minutes. That’s the (short) time it took writer-directors Dan Ojari and Michael Please to give those of us who love Christmas and the musical “Peti Roja” a diamond in the rough. Using the stop-motion technique admirably, the artistic duo propose here one of those stories that move, captivate, amuse and conquer with the same ease. And all of his characters, bar none, you would like to take home.
Thus, there are several examples of films set in the Christmas season that have embraced the musical genre to finish fulfilling their main and most outstanding mission: captivate audiences of all ages through charm, tenderness, illusion and that special ability to amaze and excite that this season of the year adheres to your skin.
In this special we review 10 great musicals set at Christmas that, in addition to making us laugh as much as we cry, offer a very high artistic level, making them classics practically from the first viewing. The Christmas spirit by singing a good number of unforgettable songsImpossible to ask for more for us who devoutly love these dates marked by fire, or snow, on the calendar.
Source: E Cartelera
Bernice Bonaparte is an author and entertainment journalist who writes for The Fashion Vibes. With a passion for pop culture and a talent for staying up-to-date on the latest entertainment news, Bernice has become a trusted source for information on the entertainment industry.
