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- 2008
- PG-13
- New Line Cinema
- 1 h 28 m
- 2008
- PG-13
- New Line Cinema
- 1 h 28 m
Summary No one enjoys the holidays more than Brad and Kate. Every December 25th, this happily unmarried, upscale San Francisco couple embark on a holiday tradition they have shared every year since they met—ditching their crazy families for a relaxing, fun-filled vacation in some sunny exotic locale. But not this year. Shorts and sunglasses pac...
Directed By: Seth Gordon
Written By: Matt Allen, Caleb Wilson, Jon Lucas, Scott Moore
- 2008
- PG-13
- New Line Cinema
- 1 h 28 m
- 2008
- PG-13
- New Line Cinema
- 1 h 28 m
Four Christmases
41
7.6
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Summary No one enjoys the holidays more than Brad and Kate. Every December 25th, this happily unmarried, upscale San Francisco couple embark on a holiday tradition they have shared every year since they met—ditching their crazy families for a relaxing, fun-filled vacation in some sunny exotic locale. But not this year. Shorts and sunglasses pac...
Directed By: Seth Gordon
Written By: Matt Allen, Caleb Wilson, Jon Lucas, Scott Moore
Where to Watch
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 27 Critic Reviews
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22% Positive
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6 Reviews
41% Mixed
11 Reviews
11 Reviews
37% Negative
10 Reviews
10 Reviews
Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 27 Critic Reviews
41
22% Positive
6 Reviews
6 Reviews
41% Mixed
11 Reviews
11 Reviews
37% Negative
10 Reviews
10 Reviews
Four Christmases works because of some genuinely funny setups, a pace that never dwells on one gag (or even one family) too long and a careful mix of slapstick and bawdy humor. But mostly, the film works because of the astonishing acting talent the filmmakers brought together to make it.
It's pleasantly funny, and occasionally laugh-out-loud funny, from start to finish, even when it's staging broad, easy gags about baby barf and fat kids.
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 166 User Ratings
7.6
66% Positive
110 Ratings
110 Ratings
18% Mixed
30 Ratings
30 Ratings
16% Negative
26 Ratings
26 Ratings
User Score
Generally Favorable
Based on 166 User Ratings
7.6
66% Positive
110 Ratings
110 Ratings
18% Mixed
30 Ratings
30 Ratings
16% Negative
26 Ratings
26 Ratings
If you're on the hunt for a hilarious holiday treat, look no further than "Four Christmases"! This gem of a Christmas movie had me cracking up from start to finish, and the main reason for that was none other than the comedic genius, Vince Vaughn. His performance was so side-splittingly funny that I couldn't help but laugh my jingle bells off!
But let's not forget the cherry on top of this Christmas cake - the undeniable chemistry between Vince Vaughn and Reese Witherspoon. Their on-screen dynamic was like a present from Santa himself; it sparkled with wit, charm, and a whole lot of laughter. They truly made this movie a standout with their unique and playful interactions.
Now, here's the puzzler - why on earth did the critics decide to be Grinches about "Four Christmases"? I mean, I strolled into the theater with zero expectations, thinking it might just be another run-of-the-mill holiday flick. But boy, was I wrong! I came out feeling like I'd struck gold, and I couldn't wait to add this newfound classic to my beloved Christmas collection.
As a 90s kid who grew up watching "Home Alone" on repeat, I yearned to recapture that magical Christmas spirit as an adult. Lo and behold, "Four Christmases" and "Christmas Vacation" were the two films that succeeded in doing just that! They whisked me away on a sleigh ride of laughter and nostalgia, and I couldn't have asked for a better way to reignite that festive flame.
What sets "Four Christmases" apart is its oddly realistic and relatable scenarios. Let's face it, we've all experienced those crazy family gatherings during the holidays. The movie taps into the chaos, the love, and the quirks that come with spending Christmas with your loved ones. It felt like a true-to-life snapshot of the holiday season, and that authenticity made it all the more enjoyable.
A major kudos goes to the filmmakers for their fantastic casting choices. Every character felt like a present perfectly wrapped and tied with a bow. The ensemble cast delivered a sleigh-load of laughs, ensuring that every scene was brimming with merriment.
And speaking of laughs, oh my, the humor in "Four Christmases" is not just laugh-out-loud; it's "piss yourself" funny! I can be a tough nut to crack when it comes to comedies, but this one had me in stitches. It's packed with wit, clever one-liners, and situational comedy that hits the mark every time.
In a nutshell, "Four Christmases" is a bona fide classic in my book. It's a joyful ride that will leave you feeling all warm and fuzzy inside, like a mug of hot cocoa by the fireplace. So, if you're in dire need of some hearty laughs and a good dose of holiday cheer, grab your popcorn, gather your loved ones, and let "Four Christmases" work its merry magic on you. Santa-approved and highly recommended!
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I'm a big fan of both Witherspoon and Vaughn together onscreen and I definitely love Four Christmases. It was charming, very funny, much more different than any classic holiday movie like "Jingle All The Way" or "Elf." But if I spend my four christmases together when Thanksgiving is over maybe it's the best time to unwrap presents early.
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It's well acted and it's entertaining -- and who can resist a movie where Vince Vaughn and Jon Favreau are brothers, and Robert Duvall is their dad?
Neither clever nor heartwarming, Four Christmases is the coal in the stocking of holiday movies.
A generic oven-stuffer that wants to be a stocking-stuffer, is a turkey, despite the foil wrapping and some artfully deployed tinsel.
This is a movie of excesses that doesn't know when to settle down. It aims to be a slapstick comedy, a romantic comedy and a plain old romance but falls short of each goal.
The movie doesn't offer a single surprise within its scant 82 minutes, which feel like at least twice that.
Reese Witherspoon and Vince Vaughn star in this unfunny Hollywood rom-com, they try to make this work but they can't because the script is flat, desperately unfunny, lame, obscene lazy rom-com. An unmarried couple Brad (Vince Vaughn) and Kate (Reese Witherspoon plan a Christmas vacation at Fiji, because they don't want to spend the holidays with their crazy families so they are forced to spend their Christmas with their families at once. We don't get any character development, don't know about the characters there just there, don't know anything about their jobs or them as a character. But it's charming. Vaughn tries too hard to be funny, he can be funny but with a clever script this one ain't it, Witherspoon in this film is **** shrew. 2.75/4 stars
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Four Christmases.
A very unoriginal concept with very poor writing. The laughs are prevalent but not amazing, and the characters are over the top and unbelievable.
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Production Company
New Line Cinema,
Spyglass Entertainment,
Wild West Picture Show Productions,
Type A Films,
Ott Medien
Release Date Nov 26, 2008
Duration 1 h 28 m
Rating PG-13
Tagline His father, her mother, his mother and her father all in one day.
Awards
BMI Film & TV Awards
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
Kids' Choice Awards, USA
• 1 Nomination
