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December 29, 2024 • 84 mins

Celebrate the holidays with our annual Christmas Special! 🎄 This year, we’ve doubled the fun with four reviews of Christmas-themed films, featuring our special guests. Sravan and Tarun are joined by Bhaskar and Kireeti for a lively discussion about their picks for the best (and maybe the worst!) holiday movies. Tune in for festive fun, film insights, and some heated debates about what makes a Christmas classic.


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Chapters

0:00 - Introduction


Something from Tiffany's

2:00 - General overview of the movie.

6:00 - Notable performances by Zoey Deutch and Kendrick Sampson.

11:00 - Key romantic and comedic moments.

16:00 - How well it works as a Christmas movie.

21:00 - Final thoughts and ratings.


Red One

25:00 - Initial reactions and overall plot.

27:30 - The chemistry between Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans.

33:00 - Best action sequences and holiday-related twists.

38:00 - Pros and cons of blending action with Christmas themes.

43:00 - Final thoughts on whether it’s worth adding to your holiday watchlist.


Christmas at Mistletoe Farm

44:00 - Story overview and family-oriented themes.

47:00 - Fun moments with the kids and animals.

50:00 - Holiday spirit and setting in the countryside.

54:00 - Verdict: A good pick for family movie night?


Home Alone

58:00 - Celebrating the classic: Why it still resonates.

1:00:30 - Kevin’s ingenious traps and their impact on audiences.

1:05:00 - How Home Alone captures the magic of Christmas.

1:09:00 - Iconic scenes and lines that remain unforgettable.

1:12:00 - Wrapping up: Why it’s the ultimate holiday movie.


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