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

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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'
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