Here’s an absolutely wonderful film that can truly be called a Christmas classic.
It’s Scrooge, the musical version of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol.
I first saw this movie on television when I was just a teenager. The movie was made in 1970 but, as I recall, the 3M company sponsored a special television presentation of the film sometime in the middle 70s. I happened to turn on the channel just as the film started. I was hooked from the very beginning. The film is an absolute delight from start to finish!
Albert Finney plays the title role and his is, by far, the best Scrooge I’ve ever seen. His performance is stellar! The costumes, sets, and scenery transport you back to the period. It has a very authentic look and feel.
But it’s the musical numbers that win you over (December the 25th, Thank you very much!). They’re woven into the movie so well and really help to propel the story forward. After viewing this movie, you can’t help but find yourself singing some of the signature tunes. They are delightful, joyous, and infectious.
I was so happy to find this DVD! I immediately added it to my collection. It seems that after that first 3M presentation, Scrooge was shown each Christmas, but key scenes and musical numbers were edited and trimmed for time. I was always disappointed when the film wasn’t shown in it entirety.
Now, with this DVD, you don’t have to worry about an edited version. The complete film is here! The DVD transfer is good. However, I’d like to see a restored, and possibly, Blu-Ray version. If this film were released on Blu-Ray, it would serve as the final push for me to finally get a Blu-Ray player and HDTV.
It’s Cyber Monday! If you’re looking for a stocking stuffer, Scrooge
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Merry Christmas!
