Triple Feature Showdown: Best Man, Holiday, Christmas (3 Discs, Spanish, French) - Seasonal Tested?
Triple Feature Showdown: Best Man, Holiday, Christmas (3 Discs, Spanish, French) - Seasonal Tested?
When the holiday season rolls around, cinephiles often seek a curated blend of warmth, humor, and heart to stoke the festive spirit. Enter this rare triple feature, a cinematic trifecta that pairs The Best Man (1999), The Best Man Holiday (2019), and Almost Christmas (2021) into one box set-a bold attempt to merge the biopic drama of enduring friendships, the comedic chaos of a holiday reimagining, and the studio sitcom of a viral Christmas miracle.
The Best Man anchors the collection with its sharp, socially aware take on race, ambition, and the sacrifices of success, while The Best Man Holiday injects a lighter, more absurd energy, trading real-world stakes for a sprawling, overstuffed celebration of chaos and holiday cheer. Almost Christmas, meanwhile, offers a bright, formulaic alternative, leaning into the magical realism of a self-aware Netflix holiday movie. Together, they form a curious mosaic: a mix of thoughtful critique and unrelenting holiday hype, with a subplot of accessibility via Spanish and French language tracks.
But does this triple feature truly "seasonal tested"? The original Best Man might feel more like a film about the season of self-discovery than the season of snow and Santa, while The Best Man Holiday thrives in the chaos of holiday mayhem. Almost Christmas is a certified holiday classic in the making, albeit one that's been sprinkled with digital-age tropes. For audiences fluent in Spanish or French, the multilingual option adds a layer of inclusivity, though it's unclear if the translations preserve the nuanced humor or emotional depth of the original cuts.
In this showdown, the trio doesn't just offer a variety of holiday vibes-it challenges the idea of what a "seasonal" film should be. Whether you're here for the heartwarming (though slightly lost) moments, the self-aware satire, or the sparkly, over-the-top joy, this set promises a festive journey that's as eclectic as it is divisive.
