Scrooge

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Just C I was fortunate to see this movie on the big screen at the time it was originally released in 1970 as a child. The themes and characters were new to me as an 8 year old as I wasn’t familiar with Dickens original but the experience stuck with me until I was finally able to find a copy on VHS many years later and subsequently on DVD. I began sharing it with my kids when they were little and it has now become tops in seasonal viewing on a family level. Over the years I have watched many adaptations of the classic but this is still my favorite. My kids are now sharing it with their kids. Yes it’s a musical and that’s not usually my cup of tea but this is a Christmas exception. Beautifully written, acted and staged, this film transcends its 50+ years and brings a happy smile and an occasional tear every year. I can’t get serious about Christmas until I’ve seen it. “Thank you very much.” Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/16/24 Full Review Audience Member My second favorite telling of a Christmas Carol. Not into musicals but this is a exception. Albert Finney does a great job playing Scrooge and the ghost of yet to come always freaked me out as a kid especially when Scrooge goes to hell . Damn this is definitely a dark version . It's a Christmas movie I always look forward to every year. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/16/24 Full Review Rod L This film basically starts my Christmas season every year. The spectacular music and acting is a testament to Finney and director Neame. I've seen every version of "A Christmas Carol" and this film beats them all by a wide margin. It's enchanting story allows you to close your eyes and believe you're there. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/15/24 Full Review Rick E I can't believe the editorial board left SCROOGE (the 1970 musical version of Dickens' A Christmas Carol) off its TOP 100 Christmas movies! For many of us it is a seasonal favorite watched every Christmas season. Albert Finney gives a masterful portrayal of the classical archetypical miser Ebenezer Scrooge. The production values are magnificent and all characters fit into the transformative process of Scrooge. Details of sets, costumes and make-up are maticulous. (Note the blackened fingernails on Scrooge's hands in his counting house). The only downside is the fantasy of Scrooge in Hell. (I watched the movie on broadcast television with the scene cut for length. It did not add to the story). Leslie Bricusse did a superior job in translating the spirit of the story with his book and memorable music and lyrics. How could this not be on your list? Every person who loves Christmas and redemption tales should embrace this movie. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/15/24 Full Review Bill V This is my favorite “Scrooge” I have owned this movie for years. I don’t get into the Christmas spirit until I have watched it. The music, the choreography is great. All of the actors are perfect in their roles. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/13/24 Full Review Linda H I love this film and would love to see it at the Cinema. I watch it every year at Christmas and is still the best version. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/12/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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