Definitions for "Christmas Story"
a big part of many other people's holidays
a classic holiday film that is very funny and entertaining
a classic that was released for a week to keep the director happy
a darkly humourous examination of popular culture and the traditions it has created in our society around this time of year
a tradition in our family
a whimsical and slightly-twisted tribute to the traditional, all-American Christmas
a great comedy for all ages
a pretty good comedy
a cinematic slice of Americana
a beautiful, elegiac story built on the theme that our past is contained in the future and our future contained in the past
a touching retelling of the story of Christ's birth and powerful lessons in faith and prayer
an exhibition exploring the sinister side of Santa Claus and the mythology surrounding him
a glorious glorious film
a rare film about children yet for adults
an absolute must for every household
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