The Mean One is a new horror movie coming out this season that is based on the How the Grinch Stole Christmas classic. However, a scary adaptation of this storyline makes it difficult to maintain the charm of the original.
This live-action of the Grinch is a classic Christmas watch for many households. Though it's a bit more humorous than the original, it still succeeds in portraying the same themes. There are a lot of great quotes in this film and these outline how inspirational the story is.
10 "Be It Ever So Heinous, There's No Place Like Home."
The Grinch
The Grinch's lair is a stark comparison to the Whoville town in this film. While Whoville is full of bright colors, lights, and Christmas cheer, the Grinch's home is a dark cave full of others' discarded trash and furniture.
Despite this, the Grinch makes it clear he loves his home. He says this line when he first comes back to the lair after sneaking into Whoville. His love for his home is also emphasized when they have the Christmas feast at the end of the film in the cave. This is a great quote that demonstrates how everyone's home can be something special to them regardless of how unorthodox it might seem to others.
9 "We Knew Right Away That He Was Special."
Clarnella Who
It's debatable as to which version of The Grinch is the best, but this live-action film succeeds in giving the anti-hero an interesting backstory. He was raised by two older women, Rose and Clarnella, who loved him despite the fact that he was different.
This is an important line to remember that the Grinch didn't go his entire life without being cared about. He only became truly conniving and determined to ruin other people's lives after he was tormented at school. This quote demonstrates that a little kindness and love can go a long way, especially toward someone that is being discriminated against.
8 "Kids These Days. So Desensitized By Movies And Television."
The Grinch
The Grinch is an iconic Jim Carrey character and that has a lot to do with the hilarious one-liners throughout the film. While these quotes may not resonate with younger viewers, adults watching will appreciate the more mature humor.
While the Grinch is trying to scare Cindy Lou away, she seems unfazed, resulting in him saying this line. Though this one-liner is meant to be more humorous than anything, it brings up a good point about younger viewers being exposed to violence and other mature content. Fans might not expect the Grinch to say something enlightening, but he succeeds with this line.
7 "No One Should Be Alone On Christmas."
Cindy Lou Who
Cindy Lou Who is a hero in this film. She is a kind soul that might not have much pull in her community, but she doesn't let that stop her from trying to help the Grinch. Though nobody else in Whoville has an interest in including the Grinch, she makes it her mission.
Cindy Lou brings in the Christmas spirit that is seen in many other holiday films. She makes it a point that nobody, regardless of their differences, should have to spend the holiday alone. This line not only demonstrates how kind Cindy is, but how others can show some kindness around the holidays.
6 "I'm Not Ready. It's Too Much, Too Soon."
The Grinch
The Grinch is excited to be given an award and become the Christmas Cheermeister, but he easily gets overwhelmed during the celebration. The Grinch hasn't been a part of society in many years and all of the attention quickly becomes too much for him.
This quote says a lot about his character and how he struggles to reenter society. It may have been easier for him to get involved in society had they not overwhelmed and ultimately angered him during this celebration. This line makes a good point about listening to what others say and respecting boundaries.
5 "Santa, Don't Forget The Grinch."
Cindy Lou Who
This is another example of how kind Cindy Lou is. While the Grinch is in the middle of stealing from the Lou house, Cindy thinks he's Santa Claus and asks him to not forget to leave a present for the Grinch.
It's a bit upsetting for viewers to see the Grinch continue to steal Christmas after Cindy says this, but it proves she truly believes that everyone should have something special during the holidays. While this quote isn't the funniest in How the Grinch Stole Christmas that the movie is known for, it highlights that the film still represents the Christmas spirit.
4 "You Can't Hurt Christmas, Mr. Mayor...It Isn't About The Gifts..."
Lou Lou Who
In the beginning, Lou Lou Who is like other Whoville residents and thought presents were an important part of Christmas. However, when they love everything by Christmas morning, he sticks up to the mayor and says them being together is more important than material things.
This is an important quote in the movie because it encourages the Whos to start celebrating, which shocks the Grinch and makes him come to the realization that they are going to celebrate whether they have presents or not. This also makes an important point that despite the materialization of Christmas, the holiday is about family and spending time with loved ones.
3 "I Just Wanted Everyone To Be Together For Christmas."
Cindy Lou Who
What Lou says about Christmas not being about gifts ties in with this earlier quote said by Cindy. After the Grinch ruins their holiday celebration, the Whos blame Cindy for inviting him. She doesn't apologize for inviting him but says she wanted everyone to be together for the holiday.
This quote is an example of how someone can think of others during the holiday season. This isn't just emphasizing that no one should be alone for the holidays, but also that the more, the merrier is a good policy when it comes to Christmas celebrations.
2 "Maybe Christmas Doesn't Come From A Store..."
The Grinch
This quote from How the Grinch Stole Christmas is used in both the original and this live-action adaptation. One of the main reasons that the Grinch chooses to steal Christmas is because he believes that all the Whos care about are gifts and other material possessions.
This is one of the most important quotes in the entire movie because it is the realization that Christmas means more than presents that make the Grinch's heart grow. It also points out the over-materialization of Christmas and how this can sometimes overshadow the true meaning of the holiday.
1 "I'm The Grinch That Stole Christmas. And I'm...Sorry."
The Grinch
In the end, the Grinch decides he has done something wrong and returns the things he stole to Whoville. When he gets back to the town, he admits that what he did was a mistake and apologizes while even willing to be arrested.
This quote is important because the Grinch not only realizes what he did was wrong but apologizes for it. This apology is enough to make the Whos forgive him and finally accept him as part of the community. This is a great lesson for younger viewers to learn that honesty is always the best course of action.