A Christmas Carol |  | Director: Clive Donner
Actors: George C. Scott, Frank Finlay, Angela Pleasence, Edward Woodward, Michael Carter
Studio: 20th Century Fox
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Rating:  217 reviews
Sales Rank: 235
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DVD, NTSC
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
DVD Layers: 1
DVD Sides: 1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 100 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.3 x 0.7
MPN: D4112751D
UPC: 086162127519
EAN: 0086162127519
ASIN: B00000K3CJ
Theatrical Release Date: December 17, 1984
Release Date: October 5, 1999
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Product Description
George c. Scott stars in this critically-acclaimed version of charles dickens holiday classic in which a bitter old man discovers the meaning of christmas. Special feature: interactive menu screens. Studio: Tcfhe Release Date: 10/14/2008 Starring: George C. Scott Run time: 101 minutes Rating: Pg Director: Clive Donner
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In the same year that he directed a handsome version of The Scarlet Pimpernel for television, Clive Donner also made this worthy 1984 small-screen production of the Dickens tale. George C. Scott can't quite muster a decent English accent, but he does bring some new colors to this movie's interpretation of Scrooge, making the character less nasty for the sake of nastiness and more a product of a life of lovelessness. The supporting cast is first-rate, and the production is far more handsome than most TV fare. --Tom Keogh
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 Production Error!! November 5, 2009
Charles Buttlebury (Sunnyvale, CA USA)
Yes, yes, yes, the movie is great, per many other people's reviews here. However, the copy I received was in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio, rather than the full-screen 1.33:1 which it should have been (and as was indicated on the back of the case). So, until this production issue is fixed, I recommend NOT buying this movie for now, unless you like seeing the tops of people's hairlines cut off. I don't know why something like this would happen, but then, I don't work for Fox Entertainment, who seem to attract much vitriol from people these days...
 Best Ever! October 28, 2009
Carla Mendoza (Silverdale, WA)
Out of all the 'Christmas Carol' renditions I have seen, I think this one is the Best. I love it more every time I watch it after a year goes by. This one actually makes me cry when Tiny Tim could hypothetically cease to live. I enjoy the intense dialogue and facial expressions that this version offers. It is very realistic. A must to own.
The Best Adaptation on Film Thus Far October 17, 2009
Norman R. Sahm (Las Vegas, NV USA)
With Christmas on the way, I just wanted to add my two cents on some of my favorite Christmas movies. This adaptation of "A Christmas Carol" is the best one I've viewed so far. Not only is George C. Scott wonderful as Scrooge, but the film contains great performances by others in the cast as well.
I love the look of the film, the costuming, and the period appropriate music. I liked how this film fleshed out several of the "background" characters - "old Fezziwig", Fred (Scrooge'e nephew), Belle (the lost love of Scrooge) - even the main character of the "Ghost of Christmas Present" is given much more depth. I especially enjoy some of the humor of the story (at Scrooge's expense) that is seldom brought out in previous films - such as the "Christmas Dinner" scene in the Cratchit home while Scrooge and the Ghost of Christmas Present are looking on. The interplay between Scrooge and the Ghost is quite humorous during this scene.
The "party scene" in Scrooge's nephew's home is quite entertaining as well.
As someone else has said, this film has become a part of their Christmas season celebration. I would agree with that for me as well. If you've never seen it - get it and watch it with your Christmas tree shining brightly in the corner and bucket of popcorn and your favorite drink. You'll experience a wonderful Christmas treat if you do. Merry Christmas!
 The best version ever, but George C. overacts and the picture quality disappoints. January 31, 2009
Christopher Bird (SW Virginia)
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
This is the best version ever. Filmed in Shrewsbury, England, it really captures the atmosphere of 19th Century London. The costumes are great too. Unfortunately, George C. Scott overacts; he probably intimidated the director, who should have reined him in. Also, this DVD seems to have been transfered from a VHS tape, which gives the picture "rabbit ear" quality.
Not to be missed January 30, 2009
Dance Enthusiast (San Diego, CA)
George C Scott gives the most memorable performance. Another one of our family traditions when our daughters were growing up. After all these years, the meaning and power is still there; it never gets old.
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