To mark the arrival of Miracle on 34th Street in HOME Theatre 1, this festive season our film programme celebrates A New York Christmas.
Two festive film releases focus on the close-knit communities of New York state rallying together for cinematic Christmases. Frank Capra’s 1946 classic It’s a Wonderful Life is the definitive story of Christmas in a small town, while 2024’s Christmas Eve in Miller’s Point offers a playful update on the genre.
The Big Apple is, of course, the true star of A New York Christmas at the movies. New York City department stores are a ubiquitous motif in Christmas movies, and are well-represented in our festive film season by family favourites Home Alone 2 and Elf, as well as Todd Haynes’ tender period romance, Carol.
Our other film selections chart the different ways NYC’s diverse population navigate the festive period. Eyes Wide Shut, Stanley Kubrick’s confounding final film, explores the dark side of elite society in the Empire State. While Moonstruck follows two celestially-crossed lovers on a madcap journey from the brownstones of their working-class Brooklyn Heights neighbourhood to the operatic grandeur of The Met.
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Christmas at HOME 2024
Immerse yourself in the magic of the holiday season with Christmas at HOME 2024.
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Christmas Eve in Miller’s Point
Four generations of the Balsano family gather for what may be the last Christmas in their family home. As they lose themselves in rowdy celebration,…
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It’s a Wonderful Life
This ultimate feel-good, festive favourite, stars James Stewart as despairing businessman George Bailey who receives a visit from a celestial messenger on Christmas Eve.
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Family Film/ Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
Kevin McCallister finds himself alone in New York City with enough money to turn the Big Apple into his own playground!
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Eyes Wide Shut
Divisive, bewildering and compelling – Eyes Wide Shut is the fascinating final enigma from master filmmaker Stanley Kubrick.
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Family Film/ Elf
One Christmas Eve a long time ago, a baby crawled into Santa's bag of toys... Raised as an elf, Buddy grows into an adult three…
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Baby & Carer/ Moonstruck
A classic wintertime romantic comedy with a big heart, and even bigger hair, starring Nicolas Cage and Cher.
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Moonstruck
A classic wintertime romantic comedy with a big heart, and even bigger hair, starring Nicolas Cage and Cher.