If you’re having a not-so-great holiday, here are some films that will put a smile back on your face.
It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
What it's about: George Bailey thinks the world would be better off without him, until his guardian angel Clarence shows him the impact he has had on everyone.
Why it'll cheer you up: Because you, too, need to be shaken out of your Christmas funk, and the world is a better place with you in it.
Paramount Pictures
Singin' in the Rain (1952)
What it's about: Silent film star Don Lockwood makes the leap to talkies and falls in love with Kathy Selden, whose lovely voice replaces Don's co-star's.
Why it'll cheer you up: Because you can sing and dance along, even if the weather outside is frightful.
MGM
The Sound of Music (1965)
What it's about: Would-be nun Maria leaves her Austrian convent to become governess to seven children, and falls in love with their widower father.
Why it'll cheer you up: Because you get that the power of music can overcome all obstacles, including Nazis. Also, because Julie Andrews is everyone's favorite thing.
20th Century Fox
Grease (1978)
What it's about: Good girl Sandy and bad boy Danny Zuko come together despite the odds in this musical set at Rydell High in 1958.
Why it'll cheer you up: Because you believe love crosses social divides when there's singing, and life was a lot simpler back in the '50s.
Paramount Pictures
