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Deck the Halls
2006 93 min United States of America PG 12+
★4.7
Comedy, Family
Director: John Whitesell
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Description
Determined to unseat Steve Finch's reign as the town's holiday season king, Buddy Hall plasters his house with so many decorative lights that it'll be visible from space! When their wives bond, and their kids follow suit, the two men only escalate their rivalry - and their decorating.
Budget:
$51M
US Gross:
$35.09M
Worldwide:
$47.23M
Starring
Matthew Broderick
Actor
Danny DeVito
Actor
Kristin Chenoweth
Actor
Awards
Razzie Awards 2007
— Worst Family Film
Razzie Awards 2007
— Worst Supporting Actress
Razzie Awards 2007
— Worst Supporting Actor
Key opinion
Deck the Halls is widely perceived as a formulaic holiday comedy that relies heavily on its festive atmosphere and the charismatic presence of its leads to provide seasonal entertainment. While some viewers find it to be a harmless, mood-lifting family film, others criticize it for its clichéd script, uninspired execution, and reliance on juvenile humor.
| Acting | Danny DeVito's charismatic and eccentric performance as the obsessive neighbor is the film's most consistent highlight. | |
| Emotion | The film delivers a reliable, warm holiday atmosphere that effectively evokes a sense of traditional Christmas comfort. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is heavily criticized for relying on repetitive tropes, stale jokes, and an unoriginal neighborhood rivalry plot. | |
| Humor | Opinions on the humor are divided; some appreciate the lighthearted absurdity, while others find the reliance on crass, juvenile gags alienating. |