Meet Me in St. Louis

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Michael M I first watched Meet Me in St. Louis when I was 10, sometime in the late 1990s. My younger sister was a big fan of Judy Garland films, and this one eventually grew on me. Before long, it became a tradition—we watched it together every Christmas. If you’re in the mood for something lighthearted with great music, this film is an easy pick. The songs are both fun and memorable, with Judy Garland’s performance of "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" standing out as one of the most moving moments. The cast is fantastic, with each actor perfectly suited to their role. The Smith family feels like a real family, and their stories, both big and small, are easy to connect with. Set in Missouri at the turn of the 20th century, the film offers a glimpse into a simpler time. It has a warmth and nostalgia that capture the spirit of "Americana," a term that comes up often in reviews of this movie—and for good reason. It’s a celebration of family, community, and the moments that make life meaningful. Even after all these years, Meet Me in St. Louis still holds up. It’s the kind of film that leaves you feeling better after you’ve watched it—especially during the holiday season. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/26/24 Full Review RICHARD S The absolute best of the MGM musicals! You will never see a more beautiful Judy Garland or better songs written for her. The whole cast is perfect in their roles, direction by Minelli impeccable. This is one film everyone should see! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/25/24 Full Review Simon M This is the worst movie of all time. Do not be duped into watching it. Rated 1/5 Stars •  Rated 1 out of 5 stars 12/25/24 Full Review mike j Not so much a musical as a movie with great music. Wonderful songs,story, color and director.But, should rank among the best of the MGM musicals. If you can get through "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" without blubbering, you're a better man than me. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/20/24 Full Review Dani M I usually don't like musicals but I couldn't resist this one. No plot or gritty realism here. Just wholesome sweet entertainment that is a healing balm in our mean, cynical age. Judy Garland really was a national treasure and she shines blindingly bright here. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/19/24 Full Review Jay W Judy Garland does a great job at acting and a terrific job at singing. The story kind of wanders around without much happening. Some characters jump to rash decisions very quickly, but for the most part these are likeable characters that are fun to just hang out with. This film has been brought up in many lists as one of the best Christmas movies of all time. Those going in with those expectations, may find themselves sitting through a lot of this, waiting for the Christmas stuff to begin. The movie's storyline spans a long stretch of time, about a year. The story goes through Spring, Autumn and Winter of 1903. The movie almost spends as much screen time on Halloween as they do on Christmas. So, if you are waiting for the film to become the holiday classic, be patient, it takes some time to get there. They may only spend a little time on Christmas, but it is a Merry Little Christmas time. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 12/02/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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