On paper,Elfsounds like a terrible idea that shouldnt work.
AlthoughElf 2never happened, almost everything aboutElfworks.
Just about every gag inElflands and just about every emotional turn, too.
But theres one aspect ofElfthat hasnt aged well, and holds it back from being a perfect movie.
A Christmas classic, Elf is one of the most popular films to watch during the festive period.
However, 20 years later, some elements don’t quite land.
Theres something inherently creepy about the way Buddy and Jovies romance comes together.
Their supposed meet-cute is when he sneaks into the bathroom while shes taking a shower.
And even after theyve gotten over that transgression,Buddys childish whimsy undercuts some of their romantic moments.
Elf follows Buddy, a human raised as an elf at the North Pole. As an adult, he journeys to Manhattan to find his biological father, a work-driven businessman. The film explores Buddy’s comedic attempts to navigate human society and his quest to bring holiday spirit to his family.
But that apparently joyful ending has some really dark implications.
As an adult, he journeys to Manhattan to find his biological father, a work-driven businessman.
