Prancer: A Christmas Tale

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Sam M Charming and typically British/European Christmas movie which is low budget but doesn't feel that way although certainly there aren't many special effects. I found it while looking for other James Cromwell movies and as with all of his performances this one is beautifully understated. You really can't go wrong with any movie with that man in it - as long as it is in a genre you want to watch. [ie don't blame James Cromwell or the movie if you're not in the mood for or just don't enjoy this kind of film. He's in such diverse roles (I've got Jurassic World on right now and was surprised to see James Cromwell in it. It makes sense given his diverse roles that not all of his movies are going to appeal to the same people. The rest of the cast in this film were good too, and the actress playing the young protagonist Gloria was wonderful. There are many bigger budget Christmas movies with all the lights and sound that don't have the same calibre of acting as this one. In terms of kids, there's some violence and threatened gun violence (both brief but still..). The language is clean as long as people understand that for most British people the word "bloody" is not a swear word. Also to avoid confusion, there isn't a sequel to this movie (not yet anyway as of Sept 2025). There's the original Prancer (1989) and the sequel Prancer Returns (2001), and then this one: Prancer:A Christmas Tale (2022). I haven't seen the other two and am inclined not to given what I've read as I don't want to spoil "the feels" from this one. Recommended viewing for kids and grown-up kids who'll enjoy a touching Christmas story about family, being home, and just a touch of "magic". Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 09/05/25 Full Review Michael R What a great little movie! I didn't know it even existed. Seeing James Cromwell starred in it, lured me in. Much better than the sequel. The young actress playing Gloria, was so funny. I loved her character's attitude. I'm texting my daughters now, who both have their own little girls. They'll all enjoy it too. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/16/25 Full Review Mike B The movie is cliched and predictable, some of the acting is diabolical and the ending is unsatisfactory. I watched the film knowing full well that it was 1hr 42 of my life that I wouldn’t get back but wanted to know the significance of the eponymous reindeer, unfortunately I am still in the dark about that. Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 11/19/24 Full Review Dan P Lovely Christmas movie, beautifully shot and the little girl is wonderful. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/24/24 Full Review Brian K While Disney-like in several respects, the writing and acting in this movie elevates it above the usual type of "family feel-good" Holiday fare. Cromwell is the bedrock of this movie, but not the "star" per se. Conflict, grief/loss and celebration of life and wonder are all dealt with very well. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 11/22/23 Full Review Avalon T This was a great family feel good movie. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/07/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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