12/07/2025
Why do those older Christmas films hit different? At All in One Productions, we love the cozy nostalgia of '90s Christmas movies! Why do they land better than modern takes?
It's a mix of nostalgia and filmmaking charm. Classics like Home Alone used practical effects and sets, giving them a grounded, tactile feel you can't get from heavy CGI. The production design created a believable, warm world.
They also used naturalistic lighting and softer, film grain textures (instead of today's hyper-saturated digital look), which gives them that instantly recognizable, charming storybook aesthetic. The slower pacing allows the holiday spirit to truly settle in.
These films are a wonderful time capsule, perfectly blending timeless themes of family and wonder with a unique '90s cinematic style.
What's your favourite '90s holiday movie? Let us know in the comments! 👇