In a recent edition of The Atlantic Daily, the newsletter highlights the timeless nature of certain films that viewers find irresistible, prompting them to revisit multiple times. Staff writer Nick Miroff discusses 'Raising Arizona,' praising its opening sequence and memorable lines that have become iconic. He contrasts it with lesser-known classics like 'White Christmas,' lamenting its obscurity despite its charm. The article reflects on how films can evoke strong feelings, influencing how often they are revisited by audiences, making them both memorable and cherished.
"Not all movies are meant to be watched twice. Some films leave a glancing effect; others emanate so much intensity that watching them again feels unbearable."
"But then there are those films that draw you back in, even after you've seen it all before."
"I've probably seen Raising Arizona... a half dozen times over the years. But I've watched the opening sequence many, many more times than that."
"It makes me miserable to contemplate how many people have never once seen the 1954 film White Christmas... the film's surprising obscurity is its hidden ace."
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