Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol
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Movie Reviews of Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol
Movie Review: Perfect For Kids
Summary: 5 Stars
Like so many other reviewers here, I grew up with this annual treat, and the DVD renews fond memories. But this particular TV special did something much more important for me in the long run--it got me interested in reading. I read the Dickens story as a result of watching it, and that led to a lifelong love of the written word. I'm a novelist now, and I owe it all to Mr. Magoo!
PARENTS, TAKE NOTE: The story is terrific, the songs are delightful, and every kid loves Mr. Magoo. And it manages to get the positive love-thy-neighbor message across in 52 animated minutes, with every famous moment and famous line intact--a lot easier on smaller children than the many 2-hour movie versions with live actors. Try parking your kids in front of this. Maybe they will do what I did and reach for the book. And watch it with them--it really is beautiful, and you'll enjoy it, too.
Movie Review: Sticks With You
Summary: 5 Stars
The first time I saw "Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol," I was 11 years old. I'm 56 now. Out of all the versions of "A Christmas Carol," this is the one I remembered all these years. Jim Backus is unique as Mr. Magoo, lovable and someone you'd like to meet--briefly. There is just something about this animation...it gets down to emotions. Scrooge's disgusting greed, his lonliness as a little boy, then his joyfulness when the magic of the Christmas season finally hits him at the end. Seeing a mean, selfish person transformed by going back to their past is a timeless story. The songs from this show stay with you--the tunes and the words. "Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol" helps you become a child again.Movie Review: One for the Ages
Summary: 5 Stars
Everything everyone says here is spot on. All I can add is that each year I am filled with pride by the warm feeling I have knowing that my now 12 and 16 year-old boys have made Magoo's Christmas Carol a part of THEIR holiday memories, too....their memories with me. I have passed down a part of myself to them, and they will, someday, make it a part of their lives with THEIR kids. Imagine...I will live on in the hearts of those I will never know thanks to Mr. Magoo (and, of course, every person associated with the creation of this wonderful production.) And you don't even have to celebrate Christmas to share the joy...for example, we're Jewish! Get this DVD and start the good vibes now.Movie Review: A forgotten Christmas classic!
Summary: 5 Stars
I can still remember sitting and watching "Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol" at my grandparent's house during the Christmas season when I was a kid. This DVD brings back so many fond memories. While the animation may seem simple by some of today's standards the entire production is first rate! From the adaptation of a classic story, to the songs written for the cartoon, to voice talents and performances it is all top quality and will be enjoyed by both children and adults! When I bought this DVD a few years ago, I introduced it to my kids and it has since become a Christmas tradition (along with A Charlie Brown Christmas). Highly recommended!Movie Review: My 6 yr old loved it -- and she's never heard of Mr. Magoo
Summary: 5 Stars
If you are wondering whether kids who have never heard of Mr. Magoo would give a hoot about this program, I can tell you that my six-year-old daughter, who still doesn't know who Mr. Magoo is, loved it. And why not -- the story is well told and the songs are great. I was delighted to share a favorite of my childhood with her, and especially happy to see her enjoy a Christmas program that wasn't about the fat guy in a red suit.