Review of The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992) by Kai82 — 24 Jan 2023
An adaptation of Charles Dickens “A Christmas Carol” garnered with the Muppets. The strengths are that it is a great adaptation with actors that fully deliver and that the Muppets add a lot to the movie.
Each part complements the other and I did not expect that. “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens is a timeless classic. The story of Ebenezer Scrooge is probably so famous that anyone knows it, have read it or seen/ listen an adaption.
It is a story about the true values of Christmas, self reflection and being a better person. The Muppets also don’t need any introduction. Who does not know Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Fozzie Bear and all the others.
The story itself follows the events of the book really accurate and like I said the Muppets addition to the story as characters works far better then I would have imagined. The humor adds to the enjoyment of the story and movie.
The human actors fully deliver and I will praise Michael Caine as Ebenezer Scrooge for an amazing performance. The puppetry for the Muppets is also great and they create immersion and emotions. Practical effects are sometimes far better than CGI.
Overall this is an amazing movie and I don't know why it is forgotten even on Christmas. Worth to rewatch in the holiday times.
This review of The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992) was written by Kai82 on 24 Jan 2023.
The Muppet Christmas Carol has generally received very positive reviews.
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