#christmasmoviespecial Movie Review #60 - Elf (2003) Probably one of the best modern day Christmas movies, Elf (Will Ferrell) follows Buddy - a human who thinks he’s an Elf. Buddy finds out he’s not an Elf and travels to New York City to find his real Dad. What he finds is not what he imagines. Businessman Walter Hobbs (James Cann), is a hard hitting cynical old man. When Buddy shows up, he’s reluctant to start a father/son relationship with him, hilarity and chaotic events ensue. I’m not usually a big fan of Ferrell, but I love him in this! His portrayal of Buddy - a grown man with childlike views - is heartwarming. Such a contrast to Canns grumpy and prickly Children’s Book Publisher. It’s not just Buddy’s relationship with his biological father that is new, Buddy comes across more people in his life that teach him and who he teaches great life lessons. Zooey Deschanel plays Jovie, an unenthusiastic work colleague of Buddy’s and also his live interest. It’s interesting to see the dynamic between the two - Jovie can be seen as cynical. Buddy is too naive to be cynical. At the end of the day Buddys innocence just brings joy to everyone. I do love Christmas so much and a good Christmas movie can make you laugh, cry and feel damn right emotional! Buddy’s odd ways make you laugh, and his innocence sometimes makes you cry. At the end of the day Buddy just wants to feel like he belongs, and his journey to feel accepted is really beautiful. Merry Christmas Everyone! #girlintheredcoatreviews #elf #willferrell #jamescann #zooeydeschanel #christmas #christmasmovie #moviereview