Directed byWalter R. Boothand produced byR.W.
Paulin 1901, the British short film features anunidentified actor playing Scrooge in the silent film.
There are some impressive visuals on display for a work that is well over 120 years old…
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This is as good a place to start as any, save for reading the original Christmas tale itself.
Sadly, many other elements of the animated picture simply do not work.
There’s something about his performance that is strange and off-putting.
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That being said, this version does have a few things that others do not.
The musical numbers and laugh track also add a heavy hand to the comedy routines.
If you know the namesPaul Lynde,W.C.
Otherwise, it’s a thin and unwelcoming adaptation that leaves plenty to be desired.
And it’s not great.
-Dave Trumbore
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