A Christmas Carol

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Daniel K @MetalKing144 Mar 2 Such a HORRIBLE adaptation. I saw the poster image and expected a darker, grittier version. And it only partially delivered on that, but the worst part is the ending. SPOILER ALERT So, the ending makes it so Bob Cratchit's wife (Mary in this rendition) is the one that sent the ghosts to Ebeneezer Scrooge as penance for his sleezy behavior. Which completely ignores Dickens' original concept of Marley arranging the ghosts to visit him to get him to realize the error of his ways and repent. "Well now we know why he was the way he was," some critics say. I say, "It was already clear: Greed." Sorry, but thinking you can do Dickens better than Dickens by changing the KEY elements to the story is negligence at best and pure hubris at worst. I do not recommend to anybody who actually likes A Christmas Carol. See more Wendy C @WendyC Dec 25 I understand people want light and joy and marshmallow fluff at Christmas. But if you’re looking for the truth of people , the vulnerability of man , the real story Dickens was teaching, then this is it ! I don’t believe you understand true Christianity if you don’t see the message in this film ! The actors are outstanding and it is and will always be a must see every Christmas!!!!!!!!! See more R T @aelryne Dec 25 Dark and tragic ... as do the three Christmas spirits, Scrooge himself, anxious and obsessive and completely cynical, exposes the hypocrisy in our species through his own musings. The Ghosts are brilliant, frightening representations. If you don't like this retelling, perhaps a bright mirror will help. See more sue o @swanann22 Dec 15 Worth watching, but barely. The acting is superb, the movie feels so authentic that I felt that I was actually living in the era, and the dialogue intriguingly reveals a hidden depth to our beloved characters. Yet be warned, it is a much darker take on the idea of true love, redemption, and forgiveness, which robs this version of its lightness and joy - to its detriment. Even though this Scrooge does admit his mistakes and vows to change, he is still not wholly forgiven. There is a complex cycle of abuse that is explored here. Possibly this was well meant, but it changes the power of the original version's portrayal of redemption being possible for even those who had erred greatly. And dims the possibility for those who had lost a sense of love and connection with others to be able to truly regain it. This Scrooge does not get that joy, not quite, and the ending is but a shadow of the celebration in the original. See more Coral A @Cabel02 Dec 12 This is one my favorite version of the Christmas Carol, but it is not for those who enjoy the lighter heart versions. In this version, you dive deeper into Scrooge's past, from his school days to his questionable business practices, to his relationship with his sister. (This is a hint) The movie itself is visually stunning with costumes and atmosphere. Yes, it is darker tones, (no bright colors) but that only adds to the appeal of trying to save a soul that has gone done a dark path in life. I love the line "You were so focused on what your Father did to you, you didnt see what your sister did FOR you." It powerful because as a collective society, we tend to focus on what is done To as and an individual, what what may be done FOR us out of love. The ending leaves me wanting a sequel. See more Fire T. @fireterrell07 Nov 30 This movie isn’t for everyone. If you want the lighthearted story, this movie isn’t for you. To me, it’s one of the best retellings of Dickens’ story. From excellent acting to the compelling storytelling. See more Read all reviews

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