Before Grant, Hepburn and Cukor teamed up for The Philadelphia Story, they collaborated on this stellar romantic comedy. Grant upends Hepburn’s highfalutin’ upper-crust family, just as they are set to celebrate a posh, dignified New Year’s wedding announcement between he and Hepburn’s sister. Hilarity and late-Depression era escapism (so timely for us!) ensue. This holiday classic features some of the best performances its leads ever turned in, and a little bit of Vaudevillian acrobatics from Grant, to boot.
Preceded by: Gasman (Scotland/1997) Directed by Lynne Ramsay
A father takes his children to a Christmas party that they do not care to attend. Their world changes by the people they meet there. Ramsay, who went on to direct Ratcatcher and Morvern Callar, has a knack for making the most understated gestures powerful.
One Ham’s Family (USA/1943) Directed by Tex Avery
A hungry wolf gets more than he bargained for when he goes for some Christmas ham.
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Menu:
Roast goose
Goosefat-roasted potatoes
Pear relish
Brussels sprouts
Green beans
Gingerbread cake
Lemon tart
Eggnog
BYO_.
Oh no! Is it too late to sign up for tomorrow feast for the eyes and the tummy? Would love to join you if possible.