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Feeling guilty for spending an hour and a half on a cheesy Christmas movie?
Let it go; experts say these films, even the bad ones, benefit mental health.
Psychologist Amelia Twiss notes that watching a Christmas movie allows us to switch off and enjoy downtime without needing to criticize its quality.
It’s fun to laugh at how bad a movie is with loved ones. Film psychology expert Justin Spray adds that even “bad' movies evoke nostalgia and escapism, providing the “warm fuzzy feels” that support mental health.
People enjoy familiarity, explaining why we watch the same festive films yearly. Twiss emphasizes that these movies foster “social bonding” during discussions with others.
Spray states that rewatching films strengthens social bonds and connects us with our community.
Source: Nine.com