The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)

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   frankqb

   Not only one of the best Muppet movies, this is one of the best holiday movies ever made. The Muppets and the films soundtrack provide such a warmth to Scrooge's story of redemption and giving that one can't help but be inspired. Michael Caine is at the top of his game here. Highly recommended. 12 years 3 months ago
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   Siskoid

   The Muppet Christmas Carol is, despite the songs, gags and muppetry, perhaps the most faithful of movie adaptations. Giving Gonzo the role of Charles Dickens allows the film to use his prose directly, making this the darkest and most shockingly adult of Muppet movies. That the Ghosts aren't played by known Muppets was a disappointment at first, but I respect the director's decision as it would no doubt have been distracting. It's not like the star Muppets don't all get some nice moments. But the real star of the show is Michael Caine as Scrooge, the only actor to date to make me care about the character (I'm not a particular Dickens fan, see, nor of most "serialists"). His performance is incredibly touching. This is a man whose about-face I can believe because I understand what soured him on Christmas. He's a wounded creature, just wonderful in this. Watch out, DVD owners! It includes both a widescreen and full screen version, but the widescreen, while more epic and better suited to today's TVs, is missing about 3 minutes, include Belle's song! I only noticed when I played the director's commentary which was on the full screen only (to be fair, it says so on the back of the case). 8 years 9 months ago
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   IreneAdler

   I LOVE this movie!! One of the cutest Christmas films I know. Lovely songs, a wonderful Michael Caine, lots of Christmas spirit! Absolutely sweet - a great version of "A Christmas Carol". 10 years 7 months ago

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