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A Christmas Carol

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A Christmas Carol (1938)

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Reviews Counted: 9 Fresh: 9  Rotten:0 Average Rating: 7.4/10

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Runtime: 70 mins

Synopsis: Though not quite on a par with the same-titled film starring Alistair Sim, this version of A CHRISTMAS CAROL is still a moving version of the classic story. A wealthy miser learns how wonderful and fulfilling life can be with a little generosity at Christmas time from three spectres who visit... Though not quite on a par with the same-titled film starring Alistair Sim, this version of A CHRISTMAS CAROL is still a moving version of the classic story. A wealthy miser learns how wonderful and fulfilling life can be with a little generosity at Christmas time from three spectres who visit him the night before Christmas. [More]

Genre: Dramas

Starring: Reginald Owen, Gene Lockhart, Terry Kilburn, Leo G. Carroll, Kathleen Lockhart

Director: Edwin L. Marin
Screenwriter: Hugo Butler
Story: Charles Dickens
Producer: Joseph L. Mankiewicz
Composer: Franz Waxman

DVD Info

Release:

Nov 8, 2005

[DVD Details]
  • Christmas Carol, A
  • A classic that's as integral a part of Christmas as lighted trees and mistletoe. Reginald Owen and Gene Lockhart star in this rewarding holiday treat.
  • Source: Warner Home Video
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    3.5/4

    A great and eternally heart-warming film that can stand an appreciative viewing every year through every decade.

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    11/27/07
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    7/10

    The movie is nothing if not sincere, which goes a long way in a sentimental tale like this one.

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    11/23/05
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    3.5/5

    Most viewers will still remember other versions of the film more readily, but this is one worth seeking out 'round holiday time.

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    11/10/05
    Christopher Null
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    B+

    Edwin L. Marin robustly directs the Charles Dickens classic.

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    12/23/04
    Dennis Schwartz
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    4/5

    Second best version of holiday must-see.

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    11/01/04
    Steve Crum
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    3/5

    This is a timeless ode to Dikie- Look for the Barrymore version too...

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    08/26/04
    Emily Blunt
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    05/28/04
    Carol Cling
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    4/5

    Solid version of the story, but eclipsed by the 1951 film.

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    03/08/04
    Ken Hanke
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