Release Date: Dec 17, 1999 Wide
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Matt Groening helped produce this animated adaptation of the popular children's book written by J. Otto Seibold and Vivian Walsh. Olive (voice of Drew Barrymore) is a little dog who is very excited about the upcoming Christmas holidays, and wishes she could somehow help Santa Claus (voice of Edward Asner) with his work. Word begins to circulate that one of Santa's reindeer has hurt his leg and won't be able to make the trip, and when someone mentions "all of the other reindeer," Olive mistaken
Dec 17, 1999 Wide
Oct 14, 2003
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As many will note, Matt Groening of Simpsons fame had a hand in this delightful animated film. It's about a dog that goes to replace one of Santa's reindeer. The animation is wonderfully simple. Often mixing CGI and traditional animation, creating an almost cut-out look. A wonderful voice cast also bring lifeand joy to
December 24, 2009Super Reviewer
To be honest, I thought this was quite ridiculous. It had a charm at times, but it was overshadowed by a pretty random plot with non-believable (and in some cases unlikeable) characters and a lack of focus.
November 29, 2011Super Reviewer
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