“Bah humbug!” Scrooge is back
It’s that time of year! Many people are anticipating holiday celebrations, putting together wish lists, and counting down the days until Christmas. So, when the mood strikes and you are ready to see a holiday classic, check out the new 3D Disney adaptation of the classic Charles Dickens story, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, which is out in theatres tomorrow!
As the movie begins, viewers will immediately be amazed by the technology of the film. It was shot using motion-capture technology by director Robert Zemeckis, who also used the same technology in THE POLAR EXPRESS. The characters are obviously animated, but they still somehow seem alive with real expressions. The scenes of London are so real that you feel like you are walking in the streets! In fact, at times, you forget to watch the movie because you are just so busy being amazed by the graphics.
We are first introduced to Ebenezer Scrooge at the funeral of his business partner, Jacob Marley. Ebenezer is a selfish, unfriendly old man who is so focused on his wealth that he excludes friends, family and happiness from his life. He lives to work and he hates the season of Christmas with its emphasis on family and charity. Now jump forward seven years. Ebenezer is visited by the terrifying ghost of Jacob who tells him that he is about to be visited by three ghosts: the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come. The ghosts graphically explain to Ebenezer that he has ruined his life with his emphasis on money and greed. However, they tell him that it is not too late and if he changes his ways he can have a second chance for happiness. Will Ebenezer be able to change before it’s too late? We all know what happens next.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL stays true to the original plot but emphasizes the creepy, scary and spine-tingling elements of the story. Jim Carrey steals the entire movie. He plays Ebenezer Scrooge and all three of the spooky ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come.
Overall, the movie is fantastic and the graphics are incredible, but if you’re under the age of 6, be prepared to be scared! There is a reason why this movie is rated PG, so let that be your warning.
This movie is definitely one you won’t want to miss!
Rating: 4/5