3 It's a Wonderful Life (1946): Director Frank Capra's ultimate masterpiece is the "King Lear" of Christmas movies in the depth of despair faced by protagonist George Bailey. [...] amusing complications ensue. 5 Holiday Affair (1949): Fetching war widow Janet Leigh, struggling with her own emotional recovery, must choose between rolling stone Robert Mitchum, a new acquaintance, and responsible established suitor W…
SOURCE: Houston Chronicle at 05:16PM on December 18, 2015