Behind the Scenes: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

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Behind the Scenes: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

Set in the Chicago suburbs, (1989) follows the Griswold family as they attempt to create the perfect traditional Christmas celebration. However, as is usually the case with this fictional family, chaos ensues. Yes, everything that can go wrong does.

• Have you ever wondered what happened off-camera during the making of this iconic holiday film?
• Do you know where the movie was shot?
• Have you noticed the film's ties to Lethal Weapon, Betty Boop, and It's a Wonderful Life?

In this virtual Christmas event by Chicago Movie Tours, go behind the scenes of Christmas Vacation and dive into the world of the Griswold family.

You'll challenge your knowledge of the movie and discover fun facts that will make you appreciate the film even more. You'll also hear about Chicago's (minor) role in creating the perfect backdrop for the Griswold's holiday misadventures.

A recording will be available to those who've purchased tickets.

See you there, and may your holiday season be as unforgettable as Clark Griswold's Christmas lights!

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Chicago Movie Tours