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JamesB.May 16, 2010

Not very festive.

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csw12Sep 2, 2012

Okay lets begin. The movie's first lets say 15 minutes was okay the rest dreadful and painful. The movie went into low gear after 20 minutes and stayed there the rest of time. Almost feel asleep.

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ChrisP.Dec 28, 2008

If watching some nice guy who hasn't really done anything wrong, get the crap beaten out of him by his brothers in his dad's living room while his dad verbally abuses him strikes you as somehow funny, then you might enjoy this If watching some nice guy who hasn't really done anything wrong, get the crap beaten out of him by his brothers in his dad's living room while his dad verbally abuses him strikes you as somehow funny, then you might enjoy this movie. I didn't find it funny, and sometimes found it a little upsetting, to be honest. The basic joke in most of the family scenes is: families push your boundaries in inappropriate ways, causing embarrassment. Only, that's not intrinsically funny, it has to be made funny by some kind of wit or twist or surprise, which as far as I can tell is lacking here. The main characters are urban yuppies who don't want to get married or have kids, and maybe you're supposed to hate them, hate them with such a passion that seeing them turned into emotional (and sometimes physical) punching bags is really enjoyable for you, and maybe you're supposed to believe that the urge to marry and have kids is so natural that it will overcome people eventually if they're just exposed to other people's families for a day. Or maybe it's just that the script was put together by four credited writers, and who knows how many uncredited ones, and it just really didn't come together. But if you want to watch comedy about family over the Christmas break, you're better off renting the first two seasons of Arrested Development. Infinitely so.… Expand

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KadeemluvmusicOct 20, 2013

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 fourI'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.… Expand

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lilkillpappyDec 31, 2012

soooo baaaaaaad. Boring boring boring boring. Predictable as hell. Uninspired acting. Boring script. Cheesy 1 dimensional characters. Pointless beyond all belief. Visually hideous. I have not been this completely and utterly annoyed by a filmsoooo baaaaaaad. Boring boring boring boring. Predictable as hell. Uninspired acting. Boring script. Cheesy 1 dimensional characters. Pointless beyond all belief. Visually hideous. I have not been this completely and utterly annoyed by a film since Cat Woman.… Expand

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Trev29Sep 2, 2012

This movie sucked. There was nothing good about it. I actually fell asleep because it was that terrible. How does this even pass as a Christmas movie. Disappointed.

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RayzorMooseNov 13, 2013

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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RefinedInsightsJul 30, 2023

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, VinceIf 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!… Expand

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ChadS.Dec 4, 2008

Blink and you may miss it; it being the Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots in Brad's childhood room. Red robot. Blue robot. Red state. Blue state. Brad(Vince Vaughn) and Kate(Reese Witherspoon) grew up rooting for the red robot, but now Blink and you may miss it; it being the Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots in Brad's childhood room. Red robot. Blue robot. Red state. Blue state. Brad(Vince Vaughn) and Kate(Reese Witherspoon) grew up rooting for the red robot, but now they're backing the blue robot, ever since they left home to escape horrific childhoods that made them feel small. "Four Christmases" is a game of Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots, which disappointingly, ends in a muddling draw. At the outset, the blue robot brings it; he throws a few body blows to conservative ideology(Brad's brothers are named Denver and Dallas: two notably red state cities), knocking family values and the church into submission. But then, those twin pillars of Republican mind control receives its smelling salts by the red robot's trainer and rallies to rope-a-dope the blue robot. So the sparring match goes the distance, so it goes to the judges' decision. It's a draw. In Paul Thomas Anderson's "Punch-Drunk Love", Barry(Adam Sandler) survives a childhood marred by constant verbal(and perhaps, physical) abuse from his siblings, just like the Liberal Elitist in "Four Christmases", who was formerly known as Orlando. While the Sandler-Is-A-Serious-Actor vehicle never delves into the Emily Watson character's past, the audience can gauge that her childhood wasn't a particularly rosy one either, such was Kate's formative years, in which the fairer Liberal Elitist suffered the same low self-esteem issues at the hands of her family. Without realizing it, because they kept their "hick" pasts a secret, Brad and Kate are a perfect match. A "Punch-Drunk Love"-like storyline could have materialized, but it doesn't, because their trip to Fiji is thwared by fog(incidentally, Hawaii, the setting for Barry and Lena's vacation, gets a mention). In its place, echoes of Paul Schrader's "Affliction"(the final conversation between father(James Coburn) and son(Nick Nolte)) can be discerned as Brad talks to his hard-ass father(Robert Duvall) late in the film. "Four Christmases" is most convincing when the blue robot hits below the belt; then out of the blue, Kate's family suddenly becomes warmer and more nurturing at a new venue(her father's house), not soon after Kate's first confrontation with her sister(Kristen Chenowith) and mother(Mary Steenburgen), which ably explains why she hadn't returned home in years.… Expand