The holidays are here and with them the opportunity to relax and enjoy a good movie. To make this decision easier and ensure that your time off is full of fun, we’ve created a list of 10 movie suggestions that fit the mood of your vacation perfectly.
Summary
Two crazy aunts on holiday (2021)
For those who like a funny, light and unpretentious comedy, “Duas Tias Loucas de Férias” is a good choice and has everything to do with the holiday atmosphere.
The film follows best friends Barb (played by Annie Mumolo) and Star (played by Kristen Wiig), two inseparable middle-aged women who decide to leave home for the first time to vacation in Vista Del Mar, Florida.
However, a villain (also played by Kristen Wiig) threatens the tourist destination.
available to Telecine subscribers.
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Love Doesn’t Take a Holiday (2006)
Romantic comedy directed by Nancy Meyers, a director specializing in the genre, “Love Doesn’t Take a Vacation” is a cozy option for your free time. The film stars an A-list cast including Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law and Jack Black.
In the story, an American (Diaz) and an English woman (Winslet) decide to exchange homes during the Christmas holidays to escape their personal problems. However, each of them finds a new romance.
available for Amazon Prime Video and Telecine subscribers.
Time (2021)
An option that combines holiday and horror is this work by director M. Night Shyamalan. In the story, a group of people spend their vacation on a secluded beach. However, they soon discover that time moves abnormally and that in a matter of minutes they age years.
With a sinister plot, the film features a large cast, including Gael García Bernal, Vicky Krieps, Rufus Sewell, Alex Wolff, Thomasin McKenzie, Abbey Lee, Nikki Amuka-Bird, Ken Leung, Eliza Scanlen, Aaron Pierre, Embeth Davidtz and Emun. Elliott.
available to Netflix subscribers.
Hangover (2008)
A romantic comedy set in Hawaii, “The Hangover” is a well-reviewed film by critics. The film stars Jason Segel, Kristen Bell, Mila Kunis and Russell Brand.
The plot revolves around a TV musician (Segel) devastated after breaking up with famous actress Sarah Marshall (Bell). To try to overcome his deep sadness, he decides to take a trip to Hawaii. However, the situation becomes even more complicated when he discovers that he is staying at the same resort as Sarah and her new boyfriend (Brand).
available for rental and purchase on Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Amazon Prime Video.
Letters to Juliet (2010)
Another romantic comedy on the list, “Letters to Juliet” stars Amanda Seyfried and stars Christopher Egan, Gael García Bernal and Vanessa Redgrave.
In the story, Sophie (Seyfried) is on holiday in Verona with her boyfriend (Bernal), who neglects her, spending his time busy with work matters. While she explores the city, the young girl discovers that thousands of letters inspired by Shakespeare’s character remain in Juliet’s courtyard.
After reading one of these letters, written in 1957 by a woman named Claire (Redgrave), Sophie’s life will change forever.
available to Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Telecine subscribers.
Pretend Wife (2011)
Starring Adam Sandler, Jennifer Aniston, Brooklyn Decker and Nicole Kidman, the comedy “Pretend Wife” is a loose adaptation of the 1969 film “Cactus Flower”.
The story revolves around a plastic surgeon (Sandler) who convinces his assistant (Aniston) to pose as his soon-to-be ex-wife to cover up a lie he told to a woman he plans to court (Decker).
available to Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Paramount+ subscribers.
Adults (2010)
Another Adam Sandler comedy centered around the holidays. Featuring a strong cast, “Gente Grown Ups” includes names like Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade, Rob Schneider, Salma Hayek, Maya Rudolph, Maria Bello and Steve Buscemi.
In the plot, a group of friends reunite many years after learning of the death of their high school basketball coach. They decide to spend a weekend together in a lakeside house with their families.
available to Netflix, HBO Max, Star+, Amazon Prime Video and Paramount+ subscribers.
Aftersun (2022)
For those who want to include a moment of reflection during the holidays, “Aftersun” is a deep and sensitive drama that has received critical acclaim.
In the plot, a woman (Celia Rowlson-Hall) revisits her memories through video recordings of when she was 11 years old (Frankie Corio), while on vacation with her father (Paul Mescal) in Turkey.
available to Mubi subscribers.
Holiday in the Trailer (2006)
This road movie directed by Barry Sonnenfeld is a comedy aimed at the whole family. The film stars Robin Williams and stars Jeff Daniels, Cheryl Hines, Kristin Chenoweth, JoJo and Josh Hutcherson.
Williams plays the father of a dysfunctional family, tired of work. The man then decides to rent a camper to take his family on vacation from Los Angeles to the mountains of Colorado. During the journey, however, a series of confusions arise.
available for rental and purchase on Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video.
Frustrated Vacation (1983)
This comedy classic is a definitive benchmark when it comes to Christmas movies. Directed by Harold Ramis, this is the first film in the “Frustrated Vacation” series.
The plot follows Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase), who decides to take his family on a road trip from Chicago to an amusement park. However, the trip doesn’t go as planned and the two must face a series of mishaps and hilarious situations.
available to Now subscribers and to rent and purchase on Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video.
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