
Christmas with the Kranks
2004movie

Because they are the Kranks. ‘Christmas With the Kranks” doesn’t have anything wrong with it that couldn’t be fixed by adding Ebenezer Scrooge and Bad Santa to the cast. It’s a holiday movie of stunning awfulness that gets even worse when it turns gooey at the end. And what is it finally so happy about? Why, that the Kranks’ neighbors succeed in enforcing their lockstep conformity upon them. They form a herd mentality, without the mentality.
Art: Colorful set design, light-hearted pacing, and festive energy make it a cheerful holiday comedy. ⭐ Verdict: Funny, heartwarming, and full ...