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Brian Henson directs his late father's creations in the Charles Dickens classic, the best known (and most oft-filmed) Christmas story of all time. Michael Caine plays the old miser Scrooge with Kermit as his long-suffering but ever-hopeful employee Bob Cratchit, Miss Piggy as Cratchit's wife, and a host of Muppets (including the Great Gonzo as an unlikely Charles Dickens) taking other primary roles in this bright, playful adaptation of the somber tale. Or at least it starts brightly enough--the anarchic humor soon settles into mirthful memories and a sense of melancholy as the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future take Scrooge on a journey of his lonely, wasted life. Michael Caine makes a wonderful Scrooge, delightfully rediscovering the meaning of life as fantastic creations from Henson's Creature Shop (developed specially for this film) take the reins as the three ghosts. While the odd mix of offbeat humor and somber drama undercuts the power of Dickens's drama, this kid-friendly retelling makes an excellent family drama that adults and children alike can enjoy. --Sean Axmaker
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154 of 165 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Reading the Blu-Ray description included here, it says that the running time is 85 minutes, which is four minutes shorter than my copy on laserdisc. This can only mean that the exquisite song "When Love Is Gone" is STILL not being included in this release ...
... which means I'm not buying it.
Sorry, Disney, but I refuse to spend my money on a sub-standard presentation, no matter how HD it is.
The story of A Christmas Carol is about Ebenezer Scrooge, not the Muppets. His character arc is the most important factor. Michael Caine gives a fantastic performance, and his greatest moment is during this scene as he tries to sing with the woman that Ebenezer loved and lost -- and he winds up losing his emotional control, unable to finish the song. This is why he turns to the Ghost of Christmas Past and says, "Spirit, show me no more. Why do you delight in torturing me?"
If "When Love Is Gone" is not included, that question has no meaning.
This wonderful film should not be released on Blu-Ray without including that moment! Disney, where's your brains?
... which means I'm not buying it.
Sorry, Disney, but I refuse to spend my money on a sub-standard presentation, no matter how HD it is.
The story of A Christmas Carol is about Ebenezer Scrooge, not the Muppets. His character arc is the most important factor. Michael Caine gives a fantastic performance, and his greatest moment is during this scene as he tries to sing with the woman that Ebenezer loved and lost -- and he winds up losing his emotional control, unable to finish the song. This is why he turns to the Ghost of Christmas Past and says, "Spirit, show me no more. Why do you delight in torturing me?"
If "When Love Is Gone" is not included, that question has no meaning.
This wonderful film should not be released on Blu-Ray without including that moment! Disney, where's your brains?
181 of 197 people found the following review helpful
By Paul
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Format:DVD
This DVD contains a 4:3 version and a 16:9 widescreen version.
Disney Home Video reps have confirmed that only the 4:3 pan & scan version is the home video version which contains the full version of this movie. The widescreen version is the theatrical cut and does not include the song "When Love is Gone".
Disney Home Video reps have confirmed that only the 4:3 pan & scan version is the home video version which contains the full version of this movie. The widescreen version is the theatrical cut and does not include the song "When Love is Gone".
56 of 59 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I was happily watching my VHS copy of The Muppet Christmas Carol with my lovely wife the other evening and decided it was time to own it on DVD. I popped open my laptop and ordered it as the movie was playing on the TV. Sadly I did not take time to read the reviews before placing my order because if I had known that the song, "When Love is Gone", was omitted from the widescreen version, I would have saved my money. So I can watch the complete film by choosing the 4:3 aspect ratio option but the image quality is vastly inferior to the 16:9 presentation. Basically I paid fifteen bucks for nothing. Thanks a bunch, Disney. Bite me.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
One of My All Time Favs
This is one of my all time favorite Christmas movies. The only disappointment is that they cut out the song that Scrooge's girlfriends sings in the park when they breakup—that song... Read more
Published 16 days ago by Jason Larsen
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love It
My wife's Christmas tradition growing up was watching this movie on Christmas Eve. We have since carried on the tradition and love it. Read more
Published 25 days ago by Tyler
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best Christmas Movie
Oh man, I have not one complaint of this movie whatsoever. I have been looking for this movie every time I go into an electronics/movie store, but I have NEVER found it, until... Read more
Published 25 days ago by Billy H
5.0 out of 5 stars
As Good As I Remember It
Came in perfect condition and quickly. I grew up watching Muppet Christmas Carol. So being able to keep up this family tradition meant a lot. Definitely recommend this movie.
Published 29 days ago by Solana Cortez
5.0 out of 5 stars
Everything Muppet
We watch this every Christmas Eve. It's genius! Miss Piggy as Emily Cratchit is hysterical. All the muppets are top notch. Michael Cain's not too bad, either.
Published 29 days ago by Cendra Lynn
5.0 out of 5 stars
love
jim henson is very nostalgic for my siblings and i. we watch it every year for christmas, really good for small children.
Published 29 days ago by Erin
5.0 out of 5 stars
Classic Movie
Not sure how you could ever go wrong with The Muppets. My boyfriend has always been a huge fan and this was a gift for him.
Published 1 month ago by A SCHULTZ
1.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointed
Was disappointed! It never came with a sleeve cover. Got half my money back tho. Over all not thrilled with it.
Published 1 month ago by Tiffany
4.0 out of 5 stars
Love this film, but why leave out any scenes?
I love the Muppets, and I love this film. I just don't understand why they could not have included, at least as an "extended" option like they have before, "When Love... Read more
Published 1 month ago by B. Christiansen
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Great Classic!
My husband and I have been fans of the Muppets since our children were little. This was one of our family's favorite Christmas movies. Read more
Published 1 month ago by J. E. Wolfe
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