Christmas at the Movies Part One: When Adults Run the Show

This week, Michael deMeng welcomes special guest Gary Warren Niebuhr for a deep dive into three of Gary’s favorite holiday films: Xmas in Connecticut, White Christmas, and It’s a Wonderful Life.These aren’t kid-focused Christmas capers—this trio is pure classic Hollywood, where adults juggle romance, identity crises, wartime memories, career chaos, and one very stressed-out angel trying to earn his wings. Michael and Gary unpack why these films still sparkle, how they shaped the modern idea of a “holiday classic,” and what makes grown-up Christmas stories hit differently.This is Part One of a festive two-parter. Next week, Michael returns solo with his picks—Christmas movies where the kids take center stage.Curl up with something warm, cue the black-and-white glow, and enjoy a holiday hangout with a guest who knows his classics.Follow Michael deMeng on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes content: • Instagram: @michael_demeng_art • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MichaeldeMeng• TikTok: @michaeldemeng