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A Christmas Carol (1984)

"A new powerful presentation of the most loved ghost story of all time!"

7.519841h 41mEN
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Directed by Clive Donner

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

1h 41m

Language

EN

Release

October 9, 1984

Director

Clive Donner

Official Trailer

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Overview

Miser Ebenezer Scrooge is awakened on Christmas Eve by spirits who reveal to him his own miserable existence, what opportunities he wasted in his youth, his current cruelties, and the dire fate that awaits him if he does not change his ways. Scrooge is faced with his own story of growing bitterness ...

Cast

George C. Scott

George C. Scott

Ebenezer Scrooge

Roger Rees

Roger Rees

Fred Holywell / Narrator

David Warner

David Warner

Bob Cratchit

Susannah York

Susannah York

Mrs. Cratchit

Edward Woodward

Edward Woodward

Ghost of Christmas Present

Angela Pleasence

Angela Pleasence

Ghost of Christmas Past

Michael Carter

Michael Carter

Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come

Anthony Walters

Anthony Walters

Tiny Tim

Caroline Langrishe

Caroline Langrishe

Janet Holywell

Lucy Gutteridge

Lucy Gutteridge

Belle

Nigel Davenport

Nigel Davenport

Silas Scrooge

Mark Strickson

Mark Strickson

Young Scrooge

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into A Christmas Carol (1984), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Miser Ebenezer Scrooge is awakened on Christmas Eve by spirits who reveal to him his own miserable existence, what opportunities he wasted in his youth, his current cruelties, and the dire fate that awaits him if he does not change his ways. Scrooge is faced with his own story of growing bitterness and meanness, and must decide what his own future will hold: death or redemption.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of A Christmas Carol. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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