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The Man Who Invented Christmas tells the magical journey that led to the creation of Ebenezer Scrooge (Christopher Plummer), Tiny Tim and other classic characters from A Christmas Carol. Directed by Bharat Nalluri (Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day), the film shows how Charles Dickens (Dan Stevens) mixed real life inspirations with his vivid imagination to conjure up unforgettable characters and a timeless tale, forever changing the holiday season into the celebration we know today.
Bonus Content:
- The Story Behind The Man Who Invented Christmas
Aspect Ratio : 2.40:1
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
MPAA rating : PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Product Dimensions : 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 2.4 ounces
Director : Bharat Nalluri
Media Format : Subtitled, DVD, NTSC
Run time : 1 hour and 45 minutes
Release date : March 6, 2018
Actors : Dan Stevens, Christopher Plummer, Jonathan Pryce
Subtitles: : Spanish
Producers : Robert Mickelson, Ian Sharples, Susan Mullen, Niv Fichman, Vadim Jean
Language : English (Dolby Digital 5.1)
Studio : Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
ASIN : B07763DJL2
Country of Origin : USA
Number of discs : 1
Reviewer: valbabe & albabe
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Exquisite
Review: Pardon my blather and bliss⦠and the purple crap too.There are few things in life that are this special. Few things that can make you laugh and sob-like-a-little-baby, equally - âNorthern Exposureâ is one of mine; âShakespeare in Love,â and, of course, âShakespeareâ; âJoe Verses The Volcanoâ; Carl Saganâs Cosmos; âThe Power of Mythâ - Bill Moyers interviews with Joseph Campbell⦠and a few more... or maybe a few more than a few.But this little Gem⦠this little smidgen of Humankind's rare rhythmic meanderings about âthingsâ as lofty as "Lifeâ¦" is priceless. "The Man Who Invented Christmas" is Written by the brilliant and lovely Susan Coyne (who, along with her "Kids In the Hall" accomplice, Mark McKinney, created and wrote another Fave-Rave TV experience of mine, the extraordinary "Slings and Arrows").To be purposefully, clumsily poetic about actual poetry is not an easy task. But this wondrous word-ditty is at least Two Fold in its creative spirit; It's filled to the brim with Lots of Little slices of Dickens dancing rhyme and alliteration... along with brilliant Ms. Coyne's wonderful Story and equally poetic justice that do the same. It helps to have a talented Cast including, stalwart thespian, Christopher Plummer, to recite/resight your verse, but the "Text" is painstakingly "there" - Wherever "There" is.Just because I am who I am, I entirely enjoyed Susan's little snide asides to psychotic Ayn Rand and her industriously selfish and thoroughly self-centered ilk... things like that can warm a hearts-cockle like mine on a cold Pre-Holidaze eveningâ¦And then, like the very best of poetic jargon, some lines of dialogue here say more than is seemingly possible for actual words, and yet, there they are, saying aloudly back at you, teaching you a little something about yourself. "You don't really ever have to âget backâ at anyone, do you?â "You don't need to hold on to those things that will eventually rot you from the insides outâ¦" Things like that.I love Words⦠and especially the organized sort that end-up as things seeming somewhat like sentences. My wife can tell you that I suffer a grave and severe weakness of the heart, in that, certain of these "things" whisper to me and then echo-on-and-on mostly forever in my life. Things that delineate so illustriously like, "No, 'tis not so deep as a well nor so wide as a church-door, but 'tis enough, 'twill serve. Ask for me tomorrow, and you shall find me a grave man. I am peppered, I warrant, for this worldâ¦" or as sardonically simple as, "You may be an undigested bit of beef, a blot of mustard, a crumb of cheese, a fragment of an underdone potato. There's more of gravy than of grave about you, whatever you are!" Interesting that they're both about the âGrave." Funny, thatâ¦When my Dad died and the Nurse called me at 4:30 in the Morning and told me that he "expired," in my thoughtless grief, and for that brief moment out-of-time, I almost told the Nurse to "put a few more Coins in the Meter and I'll be right over." I'm not real good with the whole "Dead" thing. But in an almost awful way it proved to lighten my heart, because⦠they were wrong.Treasure is wherever you find it. I find it a lot, and never enough, or maybe always too much. (I can never tell - It must be one of those zen things). You see, "expired" is about being "Without" Spirit⦠as much as "Inspiration" is almost about accepting it or basking in it. âSpiritâ originally just meant âLife." It was the source of what made us different from the inanimate. And in my immediate heart, my Mom and Dad's Spirits were/are much too powerful (Read: spirituous) to ever pass beyond this confusing Life Thing. Their influence on me is never-ending. My folksâ âLifeâ will always be with me, and in that sense they're here as I speak/type. That Spirit-Meter is still full⦠And this little Gem⦠this little smidgen of words crooning life's rare Music, is a Wonder to behold. "No one is useless in this world who lightens the burden of another."ânuff said.
Reviewer: Sonny N.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A Heartwarming and Inspirational Tale!
Review: The Man Who Invented Christmas is a delightful and heartwarming film that brings to life the story behind one of the most beloved Christmas classics, Charles Dickensâ A Christmas Carol. This movie offers a captivating blend of history, inspiration, and holiday spirit.The film stars Dan Stevens as Charles Dickens, delivering a charming and nuanced performance that captures both the struggles and the creative genius of the famed author. Stevens brings depth and authenticity to the role, making Dickens' journey and transformation feel personal and relatable.The story is engaging and well-crafted, providing a fascinating glimpse into the process of how A Christmas Carol was conceived and written. The movie explores Dickens' personal challenges and his quest for inspiration, while also highlighting the societal issues he sought to address through his work. The narrative is both informative and entertaining, offering a unique perspective on the origins of a holiday classic.The production values are excellent, with beautiful period-accurate costumes, sets, and a wonderful score that enhances the film's nostalgic charm. The cinematography captures the essence of Victorian London, adding to the immersive experience.Overall, The Man Who Invented Christmas is a heartwarming and inspiring film that beautifully portrays the story behind A Christmas Carol. Its engaging narrative, strong performances, and festive spirit make it a perfect watch for the holiday season or anytime you need a dose of inspiration. Highly recommended for its enchanting portrayal of Dickens' creative journey and its celebration of the spirit of Christmas!
Reviewer: carolyn varvel
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: The Man Who Invented Christmas(DVD)
Review: We watch this movie, The Man Who Invented Christmas(DVD), at least 2x a year. It is well acted, well directed, well written, well filmed - entertaining and a great joy to watch. Well worth the price.
Reviewer: Elisabeth Robison
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Great movie!
Review: Love this movie! It is a favorite and has been added to our Christmas movie list that we watch every year.
Reviewer: Aly
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I first saw this film on TV and we really enjoyed it. I had it recorded and have watched it every Christmas for the last few years and then my recording disappeared. It was really a no brainierâ¦I ordered it on DVD so never to disappear again. The story itself is a really clever premise. It the story of how Charles Dickens writes âA Christmas Carolâ which sounds not very interesting but itâs the way itâs done that makes it really entertaining. All the characters appear as real people as he creates them in the story but itâs also a story of how his own life impacts on the sentiments behind A Christmas Carol. Itâs a feel good movie and a great one to watch every Christmas. Itâs not a young kids film and is probably more geared towards older children and adults. The acting is really great and you feel yourself drawn into the 1800âs. Itâs also about family dynamics, how we treat those we love and how everyone can change for the better so it enforces the same lessons as Christmas Carol does. I really recommend this movie if you like watching seasonal movies every year. Itâs always the first Christmas film I watch and I still enjoy it as much as the first time I saw it.
Reviewer: Sidney
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I thought it was a very nice christmas movie, it has an unique take on the christmas carol.
Reviewer: Loungekitty
Rating: 1.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Je me suis hélas aperçue trop tard pour retourner mon colis que le DVD est ILLISIBLE DANS LA REGION CONCERNEE. Autrement dit le vendeur n'a pas vu de problème pour envoyer en France un DVD qui ne pouvait pas être lu en Europe. Je n'ai donc jamais pu voir ce film qui n'est pas sorti en France, et que j'avais acheté pour travailler avec mes élèves en littérature anglaise. Dire que je suis déçue est un euphémisme.
Reviewer: mal speering
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I just like Christmas movies.
Reviewer: Jason
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: This movie was fantastic. I watched it for the first time 2 years after it's release and have every year after that bought 2 copies to give away to friends or family. It really does deserve the notoriety of classics like The Grinch, Christmas Vacation and Rudolph.