Okay, okay, hear me out. I know what you're thinking. The Wizard of Oz? A Christmas movie? Seriously?
But before you grab your pitchforks and tiny little dogs, let's just explore this a bit. We might be surprised.
The Glinda Gave Away (or Giving)
Think about it. Christmas is about giving, right? Glinda, the Good Witch, is all about that. She basically *gives* Dorothy the ruby slippers!
Not only that, but she empowers her to find her own way home. Talk about a thoughtful gift. Forget socks, Glinda's got it going on.
There's No Place Like...Home (For the Holidays)
The whole point of The Wizard of Oz is getting back home. And what’s a bigger Christmas theme than being home for the holidays?
Dorothy just wants to be back in Kansas. Surrounded by her family (and Toto, of course!). Sound familiar?
Plus, that final "There's no place like home" scene is pure Christmas movie magic. You can practically smell the pine needles.
Scary Witches? We've Got Krampus!
Some might say the Wicked Witch is too scary for a Christmas movie. But hold on a second. Have you *heard* of Krampus?
Every good holiday story needs a villain. The Witch fills that role perfectly, just like Scrooge or the Grinch.
She's a force of evil to be overcome, making Dorothy's eventual triumph even sweeter. Just like Christmas!
A Journey of Self-Discovery (and Christmas Spirit)
Christmas is a time for reflection and growth. And The Wizard of Oz? It’s a whole journey of self-discovery!
The Scarecrow finds his brain, the Tin Man gets his heart, and the Lion gains his courage. It's like a Christmas miracle for everyone.
They all find something they were missing, just like we hope to find a little extra kindness and joy during the holiday season.
Okay, So Maybe It's a *Little* Stretchy
I'll admit, I'm probably reaching here. Oz doesn't have Santa, or elves, or snow.
But it *does* have heart, hope, and a powerful message about the importance of family. Isn’t that what Christmas is all about?
And who’s to say what truly makes a movie a "Christmas movie," anyway? Is it just snow and presents?
My Unpopular Opinion: It Counts!
So, there you have it. My (probably) unpopular opinion. The Wizard of Oz can totally be a Christmas movie.
Maybe it's a quirky, unconventional Christmas movie. But that's what makes it so special!
Next time you're looking for something to watch during the holidays, give Dorothy and friends a try. You might just be surprised.
And if not, well, there's always Elf. But secretly, you'll be thinking about ruby slippers, won't you?
Consider it a very loose interpretation of the Christmas spirit. One with flying monkeys.
