Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol
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Movie Reviews of Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol
Movie Review: Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie was a childhood favorite of mine, and I have found it just as enjoyable as an adult. It is Charles Dickens' story, "A Christmas Carol," told in animated form with characters the audience will really connect with. The lovable Mr. Magoo embraces the cold-hearted character of Ebenezer Scrooge, with his typical nearsighted plight downplayed in this production. While not overrun with song, there is enough singing sprinkled throughout to classify it as a musical. The musical score by Jule Styne and Bob Merrill is good. Do not be surprised to find yourself singing along with the endearing characters, or at least humming to the tunes if you do not proclaim to be a singer. The songs will be enjoyed by young and old alike, and are what make this movie a holiday classic.Movie Review: A nostalgic favorite
Summary: 5 Stars
Perhaps nostalgia for childhood Christmas memories causes me to wax overly positive on Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol.
After all, a plethora of better productions with live actors are available. The animation is far from Disney-quality. And, of course, many people can't stand Jim Backus' Mr. Magoo character.
However, this cartoon Christmas Carol has a number of virtues, including a strict, if abbreviated, fidelity to the original story, a great score with quality production and catchy/heart-rending songs, and the voice of the late, great Jim Backus.
The versions shown on TV have been brutally edited. It's definitely worth buying the DVD if you enjoy the show, and it's a great introduction to the story for children.
Movie Review: A great Christmas Carol
Summary: 5 Stars
People almost always laugh when I tell them that my favorite re-telling of A Christmas Carol is the Mr. Magoo version. It sounds like I'm joking, but I'm not.
A Christmas Carol tells its story in about an hour. You don't miss anything and the music is great.
This DVD is a terrific gift for office and other Christmas parties where you have to bring a gift worth under $10. Its funny to see who wants it. Sometimes its the middle aged people, like me, who remember the Christmas special so fondly. Sometimes its people with kids. Sometimes the middle aged people, on seeing it, talk it up so highly that one of the twenty-somethings grabs it.
I bought a bunch this year. Everyone loved it.
Movie Review: Man, this brings back those good memories!
Summary: 5 Stars
I typically write reviews for books but I just had to briefly describe what this cartoon means to me. I am 51 and still look forward to the Christmas season with my wife and son. Over 40 years ago I remember watching this cartoon on one of television's 4 channels, yeah, that's right, 4 channels. A few weeks ago I thought of this cartoon and bought it. It was just as great as I remember it. The Christmas Carol with Mr. Magoo. The songs are fun, the color is great, and the story is timeless. All the characters are brought to vivid life in the animated tale of the cheap Scrooge who after visits from the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future, gets his act together and finds the true meaning of Christmas.Movie Review: A forgotten gem!
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 got this DVD, I introduced it to my kids and it has become a Christmas tradition (along with A Charlie Brown Christmas). Highly recommended!