I have several Christmas movies that carry great meaning to me and that I have loved over many years. I have written about them before in this blog, and I will continue to do so. Now, however, I want to make a new entry into my list of favorite Christmas movies.
The Man Who Invented Christmas is an extraordinary film that was released two years ago. It is a wonderful movie that explores the creative process of Charles Dickens as he wrote the classic novel, A Christmas Carol. The director is Bharat Nalluri, and this work is marvelous! We get a direct entrance into Dickens’ mind as he struggles with his writing. His characters appear and talk to him, which is an excellent touch.
The film is based on the book by Les Standiford, and the stars are Dan Stevens, Christopher Plummer, and Jonathan Pryce. The entire cast, without exception, give extraordinary performances. Christopher Plummer as Scrooge is especially brilliant. Dan Stevens should be recognized as one of the finest actors today.
This film delivers the message of Dickens’ masterpiece, that humanity should be the business of everyone, that money should not be the focus of our lives, and that we should all try to help each other. It will capture your heart and soul, and it is a film I recommend completely! On a system of 5 stars, I give it five!
Please, do yourself a favor, and watch this movie!
I’ve been meaning to watch this one. I think I saw it available on Hulu. Maybe I’ll give it a watch tonight.
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It is wonderful!
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I’ve never seen this but after reading this, I plan to –
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I am sure you will enjoy it!
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I love this movie!
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Yes, it is wonderful!
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Yes, we discovered this, too! What a gem of a ‘new’ classic to add to our own list of favs.
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Yes, we will watch it every year!
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We will watch ‘The Man Who Invented Christmas,’ on Christmas Eve. I have the entire antique set of Dickens work, including letters, which takes up much of my bookshelf. I admire him. Merry Christmas Charles and thank you for posting.
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Cindy, I just found this comment. I hope you had a Merry Christmas!
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Thanks for your review, Charles. Now I am more determined than ever to see this one.
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Were you able to find it?
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Unfortunately, it doesn’t seem to be available on either Netflix or Foxtel here. It’s a shame because I’d love to see it.
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That is a shame. Perhaps it is on Amazon Prime.
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I joined Amazon Prime last night because the internet told me it was available there. Unfortunately, AP then told me it’s not available in my region, which reminded me that that’s what Netflix said too. I wonder why. It’s a bit strange and very disappointing.
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That is very odd. Perhaps you can order it on DVD.
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That might be the last option. 🙂
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I was waiting for this one…. and then I forgot about it…. Now it’s back on my radar – thank you!
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KC, you are very welcome!
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Now this is one I will try to find . Can’t miss with Plummer & Pryce!!
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Did you find it?
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This is a GREAT movie!
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Yes, it is!
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I’ve just put it on my “must watch” list. Is it on one of the streaming services?
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I am not sure; I have it on dvd. I hope it is.
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My husband found it on Hulu, so we’re planning on watching it for our Christmas entertainment.
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That is wonderful!
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Wow, I’ve never heard of this movie before. I’ve never seen Dan Stevens in anything other than as the Beast in live-action Beauty and the Beast so looking forward to this one. Added it to my Hulu watchlist – thanks!
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You are very welcome! Enjoy!
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I definitely give this movie a five. The acting is superb, and getting to be a part of Dickens’ mind as he struggles to write this book is a treat. I loved this movie!
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Jennie, Yes! This movie is wonderful!
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😀
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I watched the movie tonight and really enjoyed it! Thank you for the recommendation.
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Liz, you are very welcome!
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