Clue: An
over-the-top mystery, comedy based on the popular board game. All of your favorite game
characters are present, along with some wonderufully funny new additions. The all-star
cast includes; Tim Curry, Eileen Brennan, Madeline Kahn, Christopher Lloyd, Martin Mull,
Lesley Ann Warren and Michael McKeon (Lenny from Lavern and Shirley).

The Burbs: starring Tom Hanks, Bruce Dern, Gale Gordon and Carrie Fisher. A
suburban man who wants nothing more than a chance to play with his new tool set while on
vacation, gets pulled into a paranoid conspiracy by his quirky pals. Convinced that the
new people in town kidnapped an elderly gentleman, they snoop and pry, providing the
entertainment for the local teenagers, led by Corey Feldman. Are their new neighbors
serial killers or just anti-social? This is a fun, witty ride that will leave you smiling.

Santa Claus: (the Movie): The first
half of this film, set hundreds of years ago, shows how the old man who eventually became
Santa Claus was given immortality and chosen to deliver toys to all the children of the
world. The second half moves into the modern era, in which Patch, the head elf, strikes
out on his own and falls in with an evil toy manufacturer who wants to corner the market
and eliminate Santa Claus. Dudley Moore shines in the role of Patch and John Lithgow is
wonderful as BZ, the greedy toy manufacturer. Realizing that he loves, and misses Patch,
Santa and the reindeer head to town to save the day.

A Christmas Story: Set in the
1940's, this period movie takes us back to the days when young boys dreamed of Red Ryder
BB-guns and Dad wore a suit to work. This is a touching, quirky tale of a boy who should
watch what he wishes for, and a father who can't seem to make anything go his way. This
was filmed in Cleveland, Ohio and if you are in the area you can tour the exact house
Ralphie and his family lived in, complete with furnishings from the movie.

Haunted Honeymoon: Staring Gilda
Radner, Gene Wilder, Dom DeLuise and Jonathan Pryce . A wonderful piece that depicts the
early days of radio. A star studded cast takes you on an amazing journey filled with
dialogue and physical humor that you won't want to miss. Let humor and images of a simpler
time improve your day.

Harry and the Hendersons: An often
overlooked film starring John Lithgow as a father who learns a lesson in humility when he
encounters a friendly Big Foot. Used to shooting animals for trophies, he learns there may
be a better way. Eventually the whole family has to band together to keep Harry out of the
hands of a ruthless hunter, played by David Suchet of Hercule Poirot fame.

The Blues Brothers: After the release of Jake Blues from prison, he and
brother Elwood go to visit the old home where they were raised by nuns. They learn the
church stopped its support and will sell the place to the education authority, and the
only way to keep the place open is if the $5000 tax on the property is paid within 11
days. The brothers want to help and decide to put their blues band back together and raise
the the money by staging a big gig. Filled with footstomping music and more blues legends
than you can shake a stick at, I defy you to watch this movie without dancing in your
seat.

Pollyanna: A classic from Disney
that showcases a young girl who comes to live in a town intimidated by her wealthy
aunt. Her constant optimism brings both sides together for the betterment of all.

Ice Castles: The story of a young
figure skater whos hopes were dashed by a tragic accident. Her journey to become what she
is meant to be is an uplifting experience for the viewer.

White Christmas: Bing Crosby, Danny
Kaye, Rosemary Clooney and an all star cast join forces to help a struggling ski resort
run by the general who led them in battle. This movie moves you with song while
enforcing the fact that love and respect are the most important facts of life.

A Garfield Christmas: This gem
is no longer shown on T.V., what a loss. If you are able to find a copy on VHS, DVD or
online your time will be well spent. The comfort loving, over-eating
Garfield gets a lesson in what is really important when Jon drags him and Odie
the to family farm for the holidays.

Snow: Starring Tom Cavanagh.A modern
retelling of the Santa Claus legend, Nick Snowden reluctantly takes over the family
business. As if that wasnt pressure enough, with only three days before the big night, one
of Nicks young reindeer is captured and taken to a zoo. Not only must Nick rescue
Buddy-the-reindeer in time to complete his Christmas deliveries, he has to do it before
the young buck learns to fly and the zoo realizes what its got. In the course of his
adventures, Nick touches the lives of those at a boarding house including Sandy and
eight-year-old-Hector who lives there with his mom. As only a true innocent can do, Nick
tries to bring back the spirit of Christmas they lost long ago. Will Nick be able to
rescue Buddy, bring holiday hope to the boarding house residents, and in the process, find
his true love?

The African Queen: (Available on VHS
only) Humphrey Bogart is the slovenly Charlie Allnut and Katharine Hepburn is
Rose, the maiden-lady sister of a prim British missionary. The two learn to work
together to survive treacherous water and the Germans as they fall in love.

Driving Miss Daisy: Starring Jessica
Tandy and Morgan Freeman. This movies touches on a twenty-five year relationship between a
black chauffeur and a Jewish matron living in a WASP dominated society. A movie you won't
soon forget.

Fantasia: An animated, must see
classic from the 1940's. Adorable animation mingles with music orchestrated by
Leopold Stokowski. Dancing sprites, mushrooms, fairies and hippos will entertain
you before a rousing, spiritual ending leaves you with a lump in your throat.

The Thin Man: Filmed on what
MGM considered a B-picture budget and schedule. A mystery concerning a girls' missing
father eventually finds it way into the lap of Nick Charles (William Powell). Having just
married the lovely and wealthy Nora (Myrna Loy), Nick has no desire to return to
sleuthing, but the thrill-seeking Nora eagerly talks him into taking Dorothy's case. With
their loyal dog Asta by their side they dig deep to solve the mystery. The film's strong
suit is the witty repartee between Nick and Nora Charles, who manage to behave like
saucily illicit lovers throughout the film even though they're married. The chemistry
between William Powell and Myrna Loy would be adroitly exploited by MGM in several
subsequent films, including five additional Thin Man mysteries produced between 1936 and
1948.

Young Frankenstein: Mel Brooks
brought a touch of burlesque to this 1970s parody of 1930s Universal horror movies.
Determined to live down his family's reputation, Dr. Frederick Frankenstein insists on
pronouncing his name "Fronckensteen" and denies interest in replicating his
grandfather's experiments. But when he is lured by Frau Blucher to discover the
tantalizingly titled journal "How I Did It" in his grandfather's castle, he
cannot resist. With the help of voluptuous Inga, wall-eyed assistant Igor, and a purloined
brain, Frankenstein creates his monster (Peter Boyle). Love and laughter insure a happy
ending for all involved.

A Christmas Carol: starring Alister
Sim. This B&W version has perhaps one of the greatest representations of Scrooge.

Polar Express: Starring a computer
generated Tom Hanks this beautifully done movie pulls you into another world. There are
frightful moments, touching moments and humor, but in the end you find yourself cheering
for the heros, and perhaps believing in Santa Claus again.

Grease: Olivia Newton John
represents good girls everywhere as she sings and dances her way into the heart of John
Travolta. While an overblow representation of life in the 1950's, it works. By the time
the seniors begin the finale you are crying and laughing.
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