I’ve only seen this story told via the Muppets – this is a much darker PG-13 Tale!
It’s so good to have Johnny Depp acting once more; he’s not lost it after being away for so long. Such a wonderful performance. Tied together with wonderful set designs and supporting characters like Rupert Grint (Playing Bob Cratchit), Ian McKellen (Playing Marley), along with my favorite spirit, T.M. Gilliam, playing the Ghost of Christmas Present, and my favorite spirit costume design, the Ghost of Christmas Past (Played by Andrea Riseborough).
It’s been a minute since watching the Muppets version, but I really enjoyed the intro with Marley. It set the stage several years prior to the tale and introduced us to the dynamic between Scrooge and Marley. It also introduces us to their connection with Bob Cratchit, which sets up several wonderful bowties.
Taking little ones to view this? Just be wary that the PG-13 rating comes from some rather dark scenery and moments displayed. Loved the costumes and designs but rather dark. Sadly, the CGI, or whatever the other regular ghosts were made from, looked out of place compared to how well done everything else was.
It’s a solid good movie to check out for the holiday season. Especially if you’re taking any Bar Humbug family members ;p. I’d love to know if this tale resonated with them and changed their ways. Thoroughly had a good time, 7.5/10 Popped score for Ebenezer arriving in theaters this very weekend.
Appreciate you coming by Popped for your movie “Reviews”. Plan on checking this title out? Love to hear your thoughts in the comments below. Stay tuned for next week, as we have the latest Prequel Sequel, Hunger Games, and possibly I may get around to watching How to Rob a Bank.
Until next time, fellow movie-goers, happy movie-going!
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