Red One
Warning: This article contains MAJOR SPOILERS for Red One!
DespiteRed Ones A-list castand a fast-paced story, the movie wasnt well received by critics.
Still, the audiences pulled through, making the Chris Evans movie one of the25 highest-grossing movies of 2024.
Its easy to see why viewers enjoyedRed Oneso much.
Ultimately, these elements combine to make Red One a future cult-classic Christmas movie.
10Im Not Gonna Like You.
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I Can Tell Right Away; Out Of Everyone Here, I Like You The Least.
The scene where they first meet sets expectations high for the rest of the film.
9Phil Out Of Ribbons?
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Hes Got A Dog Named Ribbons.
When Santa recommends moving Phil out of the ribbons department, Mrs. Claus says this hilarious quip.
The fact that Phil named his dog Ribbons shows how passionate he feels about the decorative fabric.
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8No, It Doesnt Work On Everything.
No, You Cant Try It.
No, You Cant Drive.
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No More Questions, Now Get In.
Jack has a roguish charm and childishness that seems to get on the nerves of Callum.
The fact that hes ignorant of the world of magic increases the tension between them.
7I Love The Kids.
Its The Grownups That Are Killing Me.
The Christmas icon says that they do the job for the kids, which he knows Callum loves.
The head member of E.L.F.
Young children have an innocence about them, appreciating the magic of the holiday.
Until theyre taught otherwise, theres an appreciation for gifts.
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Meanwhile, adults experience stressors of responsibility and expectation, worsened by the rampant consumerism related to the holiday.
Its easy to understand why Callum would say this and why it would resonate with many people.
6First Of All, Sorry.
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Second, Could You Be More Specific?
Honestly, You Could Be Talking About 12 Different Things Right Now.
However, most of these characters dont acknowledge their wrongdoing, setting Jack OMalley inRed Oneapart from these characters.
Hes upfront about the fact that hes a mercenary and will work for whoever will pay him.
It also displays his quippy, snarky sense of humor that continues throughout the rest of the movie.
5Is This Something That Happens To You A Lot?
Unexplained Piano In The Middle Of A German Highway?
No, This Is Rare.
In many ways, Jack OMalley serves as the stand-in for the audience.
He reacts like the average person would if put in such a strange situation.
As such, hes not necessarily shocked by the piano playing itself.
However, that doesnt change the confusion of a self-playing piano in the middle of a German highway.
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Surprisingly, Callum answers that this is not a regular occurrence, even in the world of magic.
4The World Is A Mess Because They Fear Nothing.
Im Going To Give Them Something To Fear.
Her choices, though misguided, at least have a good intention underneath them.
However, a turning point for the character is when she says this bone-chilling line.
3Its Not Our Job To Change People, Cal.
We Just Show Them That We Believe In Them.
These kernels of wisdom function as a thesis statement for the entire film.
Unfortunately, Gryla decides to take actions to harm others, resulting in her downfall.
These few days are almost as bad as Black Friday.
Ultimately, this quote and the surrounding scene are a perfect way to set up Grylas motivation inRed One.
However, he rejects the order, explaining his decision with this quote.
The statement is perfect for two big reasons.
His conversation with his son clearly got through to him.
Secondly, theres something very human about the statement, There are worse ways to go out…
However, it also has a devil-may-care aura that fits with this moment of heroism inRed One.
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