The "Bill" Factor

So, last night, I had the immense pleasure of spending the evening with the Junior Class Discilpeship Group for a Christmas cookie and movie party. Our fabulous group of girls had a wonderful time eating, and decorating and talking nonstop- so kudos to our leaders on the party! But anyway, since it was a Christmas party, it was only fitting for us to watch a Christmas themed movie. Our Choice? "Elouise at Christmastime" aka. my all-time favorite Christmas movie. I know what your thinking- Claire is officially 6 years old and has the movie taste of a rock. Well, watch it, THEN judge. I mean, all the girls at the party LOVED it. And that got me to thinking. "Why is it that we love such a simple childs movie so much?" And thats when I figured it out. The secret to the movie is the "Bill Factor." Let me get you up to speed- This movie follows Elouise as she tries to get her best friend, Bill the waiter, and the hotel heiress, Rachel to get together. But as any good romance is, the situation is complicated. Now, I'm not here to spoil plots, only commentate. So, as I was saying- The character of Bill is so very special in the film. Because as I watched last night, I realized that Bill is real. He isn't a vampire, or a werwolf; a multi-million dollar doctor, or a rich buisnessman that lives in Alaska. He is just a waiter at the plaza with a big heart for the people he loves. He's the type of person that you would want to be with just because he is pure quirky fun. And also, in the movie, Bill is chilverous (Helping Rachel with her coat, giving her a hand down from the piano/stage...) and genuinely more concerned about other people's happiness than his own. He is funny, bold, and very patient with kids. And to top it off, he can sing and dance his bright red socks off. All he needs now is an accent, and he would literally be perfect! Now of course, Bill's character wouldn't be so loveable if it weren't for the talent behind him. He is played by one of the most talented, spirited, and amazing Broadway actors of all time, Gavin Creel. Gavin is able to bring this character to life on so many levels. I'm sure many of you are asking, what is the pointof talking about this- and actually, I have several. First, it goes to show the joy a simple kids movie can bring. Second, it goes to show that regular guys are pretty nifty after all. And Third, and most importantly, girls would be much better off looking for their own Bill in the world verses dating the jerk or the vampire. And you can take THAT to the bank!