Macaulay Culkin, forever intertwined with Christmas thanks to the classic film “Home Alone,” has recently stirred up controversy with his stance on one of pop culture’s most sacred debates. In a viral TikTok video posted by Mythical Kitchen, Culkin was asked the age-old question: Is “Die Hard” a Christmas movie? His answer? A firm no.
In the video, Culkin explains, “No, it’s not. It’s based around Christmas. Don’t fight me on the moon. It’s based around Christmas, but if it was also St. Patrick’s Day, it would still work. But you couldn’t do, like, ‘Memorial Day Home Alone,’ no. It doesn’t work that way. I’m just sayin’. Look, I’m kind of the Godfather of Christmas nowadays, so yes, my opinion has some sway in this.”
While Culkin’s claim may have been made with a touch of humor, fans were quick to challenge his logic. Many pointed out that the plot of “Die Hard” heavily relies on the Christmas holiday, with one viewer even going so far as to call it “Home Alone with firearms.”
The internet’s response was swift and decisive, with commenters dissecting Culkin’s argument and showcasing how the Christmas themes in both “Die Hard” and “Home Alone” are integral to their respective stories. Despite Culkin’s assertion that “Home Alone” wouldn’t work outside of the Christmas season, fans argued that the film could easily be set during any holiday where families are away on vacation.
Ultimately, the debate over whether “Die Hard” is a Christmas movie or not continues to rage on, with Culkin adding fuel to the fire. Whether you side with him or not, one thing is for certain: the holiday discourse may never be the same.
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