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A Christmas Carol

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1951 - G - 86 MINS - DRAMA

Top cast: Alastair Sim, Jack Warner

In a nutshell

Crotchety Victorian businessman, Scrooge has no use for festivity. The ghost of his late business partner appears warning of the visit of 3 spirits who will show him the errors of his ways.

Our review

Widely regarded as one of the finest interpretations of Dickens' timeless story.  The film's black and white cinematography enhances its ghostly scenes. If you are planning to watch adaptions this Christmas, consider this one.

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