Michelle Pfeiffer Stars in New Holiday Comedy 'Oh. What. Fun.'

Michelle Pfeiffer stars as Claire Clauster in the new holiday comedy 'Oh. What. Fun.' directed by Michael Showalter. The film is currently streaming on Prime Video. Claire is a sweet but distracted mom who feels underappreciated by her family, leading her to leave just before Christmas after being accidentally left behind, reminiscent of 'Home Alone.' Claire engages in shoplifting and sneaks onto a live Christmas Day talk show hosted by Eva Longoria's character, Zazzy Tims.

The ensemble cast features actors like Denis Leary, Jason Schwartzman, Felicity Jones, Dominic Sessa, and Chloe Grace Moretz. Moretz's character, Taylor, brings home different girlfriends every Christmas, while Sessa's Sammy is dealing with a breakup.

The film was shot in July in Atlanta, which posed challenges due to the summer heat, but the fictional setting is in Houston. Showalter mentioned that a Buckhead house was used for the Clauster home, enhancing the film's visual appeal.

Joan Chen plays Claire's neighbor, Jeanne Wang-Wasserman, who embodies a snobbish character that adds to Claire's frustrations. Showalter highlighted a scene featuring Sammy and a new lady friend dancing to No Doubt's 'It's My Life,' capturing a nostalgic feel reminiscent of 80s films, reflecting character growth and change throughout the film.

According to the Boston Herald, Pfeiffer's role showcases her versatility, transitioning from drama to screwball comedy, contributing to the growing holiday content available on streaming platforms.