The author reflects on the charm of watching **seasonal movies**, particularly **Christmas With the Kranks**, despite its **poor critical reception**.
Reviews for the film highlight its **stunningly low Rotten Tomatoes rating** of just 5%, with notable critics calling it a "holiday movie of stunning awfulness."
The piece contrasts past criticisms of mid-budget holiday films with current **positive reviews for mediocre streaming content**, raising questions about cultural expectations.
The rise of **poptimism** has led to an environment where everything is accepted as “good enough,” diminishing the quality and depth of artistic discourse.
The author argues for a renewal of **critical standards**, suggesting that viewers should demand higher quality beyond mere entertainment from Christmas films.
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