by John Waters
(director of the original ‘Hairspray’, ‘Serial Mom’, ‘Pink Flamingos’ and ‘A Dirty Shame’)
“Being a traditionalist, I’m a rabid sucker for Christmas. In July I’m already worried that there are only 146 shopping days left. “What are you getting me for Christmas?” I carp to fellow bathers who haven’t even decided what to do for Labour Day. As each month follows, I grow more and more obsessed. Around October I startle complete strangers by bursting into my off-key rendition of “Joy to the World.” I’m always The Little Drummer Boy for Halloween, a grouchy one at that, since the inconsiderate stores haven’t even put up their Christmas decorations yet. November 1 kicks off the jubilee of consumerism, and I’m so riddled with the holidays season that the mere mention of a stocking stuffer sexually arouses me.”
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[...] celebrate the holidays three years ago I posted a hilarious and witty essay by filmmaker and author John Waters on why he loves Christmas (and is basically completely obsessed with the holiday all year long). [...]