"Christmas Carol"

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This Friday morning my wife and I took our kids to see Disney's "Christmas Carol". Word of caution there are scary scenes. As you may know having talked or conversed with me on various topics that this "story" is one that I like very much. I always have.

I want to first talk about the sheer beauty of this film.

Some 3D movies are only in it for the cheap 3D gimmick. You know, the random excuse for something to jump out or fall into the audience. Of course having nothing to do with the plot. This film uses the 3D format to make the audience say to themselves, with mouths opened and eyes wide, "Wow", "Ohh", "Ahh".

There are the dirty London street scenes, snowy countryside scenes, and the three ghosts each with their own unique image and personality. Without giving too much away I was impressed on how there could be something done within the bounds of these very well know, and beloved characters which are somehow different yet not off putting. At no point during this film did I think to myself, yeah, yeah on to the next ghost. I was looking forward to the next, while not wanting the current ghost to go off screen.

Jim Carrey lends his voice to: Scrooge/ Voice of Ghost of Christmas Past/ Voice of Ghost of Christmas Present/ Voice of Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come.

Gary Oldman lends his voice to Bob Cratchit / Marley / Tiny Tim

While Bob Haskins of ("Who Framed Roger Rabbit") lends his voice to Mr. Fezziwig / Old Joe

Without getting into the social, political, or religious implications of this story (too much) I turn my attention to the story. I like how this version sticks pretty close to the book. I found myself thinking about the less fortunate, orphans, and people I work with and for. At the films end I left feeling uplifted, spirit renewed, and ready for Christmas! I know, I know it's only November 7th. I do have to say 99.1 FM will soon start playing Christmas music 24-7...

Bottom line for me was; if you like the story go see this movie. If for no other reason for the 3D beauty, and unique story telling methods used. If you don't care for the story; go anyway simply for the 3D experience. Trust me you'll love it.