A Christmas Carol
PGUnited States rating20091h 36mAnimation, Drama, Family
A grumpy man who cares only about money is visited by supernatural spirits on Christmas Eve. These spirits show him his past, the present, and his possible future to help him learn the importance of kindness and generosity.
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A grumpy man who cares only about money is visited by supernatural spirits on Christmas Eve. These spirits show him his past, the present, and his possible future to help him learn the importance of kindness and generosity.
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What's in it
- Scary
- Some
- Violence
- None
- Language
- None
- Rude humour
- None
- Sad themes
- Some
- Pace
- Gentle
- The story moves at a deliberate and atmospheric pace with long scenes and a focus on the emotional journey. Estimated
Scary moments
- Approx.ScaryThe ghost of a former business partner appears bound in heavy chains.
- Approx.SomeThe Ghost of Christmas Present shows the children Ignorance and Want.
- Approx.ScaryThe Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come shows a covered body and a cemetery.
Talk about it after
- 1Why did Scrooge change his mind about how he treated other people?
- 2How did the different spirits help Scrooge see the world differently?
- 3What are some ways we can show kindness to others during the holiday season?
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