Candace Cameron Bure, the beloved actress known for her roles in beloved Christmas films, has opened up about the intentional way she infuses her faith into her work. In a candid discussion with filmmaker Andy Erwin, Bure revealed the deeper meaning she aims to convey through her holiday projects, showcasing her commitment to authentically representing her beliefs on the silver screen.

Bringing the True Spirit of Christmas to Life

Embracing the Reason for the Season

Bure's approach to her Christmas movies is rooted in her deep-seated faith. She explains, "As I've shifted my career, I have been able to insert more of a faith-focus narrative in some of the movies. I always want to nod to what the real reason for the season is as a person of faith." This intentionality allows Bure to subtly weave the true meaning of Christmas into her projects, without being overbearing. "I might not say all of that in the movie, but I want to just recognize what Christmas is all about in that sense," she adds.

Challenging Clichés and Upholding Biblical Principles

Bure's commitment to her faith also leads her to confront certain romantic movie tropes that she deems incompatible with her beliefs. "There's things in the movies that I have said before that I never really liked saying before. There's some cliché lines, and pretty early after saying them a couple of times, I was like, 'Here's some things I'm not going to say anymore in my Christmas movies,'" she reveals. One such example is the common advice to "follow your heart," which Bure rejects based on the biblical principle that "the heart is wicked and deceitful above all things." Instead, she seeks to incorporate lines and narratives that align with the wisdom found in Scripture.

Recognizing the Deeper Meaning in Secular Christmas Films

Bure and Erwin both recognize the inherent Christian themes that often permeate even secular Christmas movies. Citing the example of the beloved film "Elf," Erwin explains, "The whole metaphor of it is that [Buddy] is going back to New York City to find his dad is on the naughty list and he's trying to really save his dad to believe again. Now, the spirit of Christmas is kind of the representation of what the world defines it to be, but we look at it as it's the meaning of Christmas and it's the truth that we believe that it is everything that points to what the celebration is about as a person, and it's not Santa Claus, it's Jesus."

Bringing Faith-Filled Stories to the Screen

Bure's commitment to her faith is evident in her upcoming Great American Family Christmas movies, "A Christmas Less Traveled" and "Home Sweet Christmas." In the former, the synopsis reveals that the protagonist, Desi, discovers a recorded message from her late father, which sends her on a journey of self-discovery and a deeper understanding of her family's history. This narrative arc, rooted in the power of faith and family, aligns with Bure's vision for her Christmas projects.As Candace Cameron Bure continues to captivate audiences with her heartwarming holiday films, her unwavering faith shines through, inspiring viewers to embrace the true spirit of Christmas and the profound meaning it holds. By thoughtfully navigating the landscape of Christmas movies, Bure sets an example of how to authentically integrate one's beliefs into the entertainment industry, ultimately creating content that resonates on a deeper level.