I never watched any other version of this Charles Dickens story, so i will not compare it to any, besides the novel itself.
One thing which I find disappointing is how they avoided so many parts of the past that explain why Scrooge became the bitter man that he was. Especially him losing Belle. To me it was an important part of the story and seeing it cut out of a movie that is very short in itself makes no sense to me, especially since they added other elements.
But I guess the explanation is that this movie was made as an entertainment for the whole family. And the original story may be too grim for the children. This is why it avoids Scrooge's grim past an also shows more of the happiness that fun character Fred shares with the neighbourhood kids.
I really like the actors. Back in the days acting was more over the top than it is now, actors sometimes act as if they are on stage and not on screen. But this is suiting to this story and adds some old fashioned charm to it.
I especially like Reginald Owen as Scrooge. He seems to be like two completely different people, super performance.
The three spirits are captured perfectly. I like all 3 of them and the fitting mood that they bring.
Terry Kilburn seems a bit out of cast as Tiny Tim. He seems way too healthy for me to worry about him dying. But this could also be because he represents the happiness that Scrooge misses.
Very beautiful setting as well. The black and white cinematography is beautifully done. The buildings and costumes really transfer us in time.
All in all a beautiful Holiday classic to have in one's collection.
One thing which I find disappointing is how they avoided so many parts of the past that explain why Scrooge became the bitter man that he was. Especially him losing Belle. To me it was an important part of the story and seeing it cut out of a movie that is very short in itself makes no sense to me, especially since they added other elements.
But I guess the explanation is that this movie was made as an entertainment for the whole family. And the original story may be too grim for the children. This is why it avoids Scrooge's grim past an also shows more of the happiness that fun character Fred shares with the neighbourhood kids.
I really like the actors. Back in the days acting was more over the top than it is now, actors sometimes act as if they are on stage and not on screen. But this is suiting to this story and adds some old fashioned charm to it.
I especially like Reginald Owen as Scrooge. He seems to be like two completely different people, super performance.
The three spirits are captured perfectly. I like all 3 of them and the fitting mood that they bring.
Terry Kilburn seems a bit out of cast as Tiny Tim. He seems way too healthy for me to worry about him dying. But this could also be because he represents the happiness that Scrooge misses.
Very beautiful setting as well. The black and white cinematography is beautifully done. The buildings and costumes really transfer us in time.
All in all a beautiful Holiday classic to have in one's collection.