"Home Alone" is a comedy film directed by Chris Columbus and written by John Hughes. Released in 1990, the film stars Macaulay Culkin as Kevin McCallister, an eight-year-old boy who is accidentally left behind when his family goes on a Christmas vacation to Paris.
Kevin initially enjoys his newfound freedom but soon realizes that he has to protect his home from two burglars, Harry (Joe Pesci) and Marv (Daniel Stern), who plan to rob his house. Kevin sets up various booby traps to thwart the burglars' attempts, leading to hilarious and chaotic encounters.
Throughout the film, Kevin learns valuable lessons about family, friendship, and the importance of appreciating the people around him. Meanwhile, Kevin's mother, Kate (Catherine O'Hara), desperately tries to get back home to her son as she realizes her mistake.
"Home Alone" became a massive commercial success, earning over $476 million worldwide against its $18 million budget. It also spawned a successful franchise with several sequels, but the original film remains a beloved holiday classic, known for its iconic quotes, memorable characters, and slapstick comedy.