ICYMI

Part of the fun of Christmas is enjoying things that we have loved for years - I watch the same movies and listen to the same songs.  Occasionally I will come across something new and I wanted to share these with you in case you missed it. 

Wham! Last Christmas Unwrapped doc - We all know the song “Last Christmas” but I didn’t realize how iconic it and the video were when they came out.  This documentary gives the background for all of that and makes you gain an appreciation for the song and Wham!

A Boy Called Christmas - This has been around for a few years but we finally put it on last weekend.  It’s about a boy who needs to go looking for his father and comes across a town of elves. Hijinks ensue.  It’s a story being told by an aunt to some kids in modern day, and the aunt is our beloved Maggie Smith. It’s wholesome family fun. 

The Holdovers - This movie had some Oscar buzz a few years ago.  It takes place over Christmas holidays at a private boarding school, the “holdovers” are the kids that don’t go home for the break.  Paul Giamatti is their teacher who stays at the school with them. There are some great performances in this movie.  

Jamie Cullen’s Hang Your Lights - I have posted several times about Jamie Cullen, a British jazz singer, as I love his entire Christmas album, but aside from The Pianoman at Christmas, Hang Your Lights is a very catchy tunes. 

John Legend’s Bring Me Love - Speaking of catch tunes, this one is a great one.  I love John Legend’s voice. 

Barenaked Ladies’ Jingle Bells - This one is unassuming but it will get you, trust me!

Cher’s DJ Play A Christmas Song - I heard this for the first time yesterday and it has quickly become my new favourite.  

Bonus ICYMI - Since most of Canada no longer imports Beaujolais Nouveau, I had to source a replacement.  I can confirm that an Ontario Gamay Noir fits the bill.