The Answer To Whether Or Not Die Hard Is A Christmas Movie Is Found In One Scene

Story by staff@slashfilm.com (Bill Bria)

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Is 'Die Hard' a Christmas movie? The answer lies in one pivotal opening scene, settling the long-standing debate once and for all.

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In the very first moments of 'Die Hard', Bruce Willis' character John McClane is shown arriving at LAX airport, wearing a Santa hat - a clear nod to the film's Christmas setting.
Director John McTiernan intentionally used Christmas iconography throughout 'Die Hard' to establish the film's holiday backdrop, making it an essential part of the movie's identity and narrative.

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Bruce Willis, John McClane, John McTiernan, 'Die Hard'