Watching Christmas movies is a big part of the holiday season. One of the best ways to get into the Christmas spirit is to sit down in front of the fireplace with a cup of hot chocolate, a nice warm blanket and turn on a favorite Christmas movie. One of the top charting Christmas movies is “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”. This movie has really stood the test of time throughout the years. It topped the charts the day that it was released. It also held the record for the highest grossing opening weekend for a Christmas movie for 18 years. The Grinch has made the most money out of any Christmas movie of all time, making it one of the best. 

“How the Grinch Stole Christmas” is a children’s movie starring Jim Carrey and was published in the year 2000. “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” starts off near a small town called Whoville filled with many joyous people who had lots of Christmas spirit. The main character, the Grinch, is anti-Christmas. When he was young, he had a traumatic experience around Christmas which made him hate it. While all of Whoville was taking part in Christmas activities, the Grinch was in his house plotting how to get his revenge on Christmas. When all of the Who’s go to sleep the Grinch and his dog Max set out to steal Christmas. They steal Christmas trees, decorations, gifts and more. Whoville becomes united from the tragedy and they do their best to make a change and fix Christmas. 

Many teachers and staff in the OHS like to watch “The Grinch”. OHS History teacher, Jacob Kringen states, “When I was younger, my two uncles loved “The Grinch” so we would all get together for Christmas and watch it all the time.” Some of the younger generations also enjoy “The Grinch”. OHS junior Victoria Contreras says that ”How the Grinch Stole Christmas is her favorite Christmas” movie. Contreras said, “My favorite part of the movie is at the end when the Grinch’s heart tripled in size and he realized his true love for Christmas.” Contreras is not the only one who loves the Grinch, Senior Paige Anselmo said, “The Grinch is a classic, you need to watch it at least once a year.” The best part of watching movies is making it an experience. Contreras said, “I really like to get cozy in a nice sweatshirt and sweatpants and get a big blanket and some snacks.” The movie, “The Grinch” truly is a timeless masterpiece for both adults and children to enjoy. 

Overall, this movie will help put you in the cozy Christmas spirit. In order to make your winter break the best one possible, get cozy with a warm blanket and turn on “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” with your family, friends or even by yourself.