It's Not Too Late to Talk About This, Right?!
Beverly D'Angelo, Chevy Chase, Diane Ladd and John Randolph in National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Photo by Warner Bros.
The days are darker, and the holidays are over (so, why not)... but what better time to reminisce about my one and only trip to the Cineplex to see my ultimate holiday movie, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation! 🎄✨
Fun fact: Christmas Vacation first hit theaters on December 1, 1989, which means it turned 35 in 2024! And honestly, it’s still the perfect mix of hilarity, heart, and holiday chaos. This movie gets what the holidays are really like—messy, stressful, but filled with love and laughter.
Maybe it’s Clark Griswold’s relentless optimism—he’s trying so hard to make everything perfect for that “ideal” Christmas?
The humor is just timeless. Whether it’s the squirrel in the tree, Clark’s epic meltdown, or Cousin Eddie being, well... Cousin Eddie (you know the scene), it’s impossible not to laugh, no matter how many times you’ve watched.
When I make time to see a movie—which isn’t easy for me—I want to be entertained, not scared. There’s already enough fear in the world as it is.
Here’s to eating popcorn and laughing my head off! 🍿😂
And don't forget National Popcorn Day falls on January 19th.
And speaking of entertainment, the Smartphone Projector 2.0 is perfect for bringing the movie theater experience home! Just dim the lights, grab some popcorn, and project your favorite holiday classics straight from your phone. 🎥✨