It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
A holiday favourite for generations... George Bailey has spent his entire life giving to the people of Bedford Falls. All that prevents rich skinflint Mr. Potter from taking over the entire town is George's modest building and loan company. But on Christmas Eve the business's $8,000 is lost and George's troubles begin. small town, angel, suicide attempt, holiday, bank, great depression, family business , nervous breakdown, old house, newlywed, magic realism, told in flashback, alternative reality, guardian angel, high school dance, christmas, sincere