Overview
- Opinion pieces published today by FandomWire and Human Events argue that Christmas is foundational to the film’s identity.
- The writers say the story’s setup depends on a holiday office party and John McClane’s trip tied to the season.
- The articles cite explicit references to Christmas in dialogue and a soundtrack that features seasonal songs and motifs.
- Both pieces frame McClane’s journey as a reconciliation narrative consistent with classic Christmas-story themes.
- The authors position their case within the annual December debate, contending that the holiday context is structural to the film.