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When your significant other tells you you both need an exit "safe word" before you enter his dad's Christmas gathering, you know you're not in Bedford Falls. But while Vince Vaughn and Reese Witherspoon may not be It's a Wonderful Life's George and Mary Bailey, Four Christmases is a modern holiday classic in its own right. For one thing, every family neurosis and dysfunction have taken root in the four families of Vaughn and Witherspoon's characters, Brad and Kate--and the sleek yuppie façade each has built with the other is about to come tumbling down. There are real belly laughs as the couple unexpectedly has to spend holidays with their four extended family groups. "I don't want to speak ill of your mother on Christmas," growls Howard (Robert Duvall) to son Brad, while Brad's bullnecked ultimate-fighter brothers are rassling everything in sight, "but she's nothing but a common street whore." Brad may cringe, but Kate's own family is about to mortify her in abundant ways, from her randy "Gram-Gram" and about-to-pounce cougar mom Mary Steenburgen ("I feel like a Saudi prince in here," marvels Brad as all of Kate's female relatives drape themselves over him), to the revelation to Brad that Kate used to be--how to put this--a bit on the chubby side. If the plot isn't full of surprises, the quips are nonstop and the acting believable and charming. The supporting cast also includes Sissy Spacek, Jon Voight, Jon Favreau and Dwight Yoakam in a memorable turn as the mega-church pastor Steenburgen's character is involved with. It's a comic Christmas blessing, and there'll be no need to say "mistletoe"--at least not till the viewers are home with their own families. --A.T. Hurley
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Every Christmas happily unmarried Brad and Kate escape divorced parents and exasperating relatives by getting on a plane. This year a fog rolls in, the airport shuts down and the couple is forced to celebrate four family Christmases in one hectic, hilarious day. Vince Vaughn and Reese Witherspoon lead an all-star cast in a comedy brimming with good cheer and great laughs -- as well as the answer to the question: Can Brad and Kate's relationship survive Four Christmases?
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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The stress of family and in-laws during the holidays and how we wish we could avoid it on full display. This is not an Oscar caliber movie at all but was an entertaining holiday family reunion comedy. Reese & Vaughn's chemistry was funny but seemed to be weak in the romance area. Only a mild spark came through the screen. They didn't seem to fit romantically real well but was not a serious flaw. Fit as good as some real life couples I know so not unrealistic.
Vince and the vomit scenes are just too funny. He does the manic goofball well here. Good cast executing a silly comedy in a respectable way. I like most all of Vaughn and Reese's work to date. There is more to these two than a lot of other Hollywood types.
This not a classic but still a cut above some of the junk coming out lately. Some story plots telegraphed but this is seems to be the norm too often, including big budget and acclaimed movies too. Hey movie makers we're not stupid and can handle a surprise! (Even been known to be able to follow a book) Light fun with good supporting cast.
Give it a look and you will be surprised. Solid 4 stars. (To some other reviewers: one star, really? 2-4 range I see but one?)
Vince and the vomit scenes are just too funny. He does the manic goofball well here. Good cast executing a silly comedy in a respectable way. I like most all of Vaughn and Reese's work to date. There is more to these two than a lot of other Hollywood types.
This not a classic but still a cut above some of the junk coming out lately. Some story plots telegraphed but this is seems to be the norm too often, including big budget and acclaimed movies too. Hey movie makers we're not stupid and can handle a surprise! (Even been known to be able to follow a book) Light fun with good supporting cast.
Give it a look and you will be surprised. Solid 4 stars. (To some other reviewers: one star, really? 2-4 range I see but one?)
7 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I would not call this a Christmas movie. You could take away the holiday aspect and the movie would still be funny. Both Vince and Reese are true veterans. They no how to take an ok script and turn it into a decent movie. The biggest problem with the film is that it really holds back. These are the same people that created the movie Stepbrothers which was hilarious because it was so over the top. This movie seems afraid to just let everything hang out. I would definately not buy this one. Just download it off the net. It's funny but definately nothing to run over anyone to see.
11 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Awful movie!!! Rented it last night and wished I hadn't spent my dollar! Great cast of characters but the director and producer obviously didn't know what to do or where to go with their ideas. Tried to be funny and tried to be serious but failed at all attempts. If you want to see some really Christmasy movies Elf and Polar Express are must-sees! Leave Four Christmases on the shelf with the elf!
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families in transition at christmas
Of course i give this movie three stars since all movies with reese witherspoon deserve three stars. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Anthony Marinelli
It's funny to watch someone relive childhood abuse and not help them?...
It's a horrible movie. I sat through the movie in utter shock and horror. Every second of the movie was appalling. Read more
Published 1 month ago by T. Chu
Four Chrismases
Seller mailed this in a timely fashion, packaging was great, and I was able to get this before the holidays. I would order from them again.
Published 4 months ago by B. S. Schlafke
Great experience!
Product came as described and quickly. Searched all the "big box" stores for this dvd and couldn't find it anywhere....of course amazon had it and at a fabulous price!!!
Published 4 months ago by Penland
Hollow
Four Christmases is the least endearing Christmas movie I've ever seen. It has a poor story with characters that you are supposed to like but only end up hating. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Atli Hafsteinsson
Four Christmases
Reese Witherspoon and Vince Vaughn have great chemistry in this funny everyone can identify with Family Christmas from hell film. The "family" watches together every Christmas.
Published 4 months ago by John T. Dawson III
Bad...just bad
I bought this for a friend and watched it with him. I knew it would be bad and it was. I guess if you like this kind of thing then it would be good for you. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Dan
waste
Waste of money, film, talent and time. I didn't even crack a smile let along laugh. The writers, producers and director should be shot.
Published 5 months ago by Jerry R. Schoenberg
This is a terrible movie
Do not waste your time! This movie is a terrible waste of Reese Witherspoon's talent...disappointing in every way including violence.
Published 5 months ago by JLeeSilver
Excellent movie!
I absolutely love this movie- probably because I can sadly relate to it :) Its a fun little film I like to dust off once a year around christmas, usually when I am making my... Read more
Published 5 months ago by kimberly winn
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