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Summary: Merriment in July ;>
Review: If the summer weather is getting to you and you start to long for snow and Christmas cookies with hot apple cider, this is just the movie to awaken that inner child who is still fascinated with life and believes in magic. The scene is set for a rather bleak Christmas. Scott Calvin (Tim Allen) plays the part of a divorced toy company executive who wants to spend Christmas with his son. Charlie is not exactly thrilled with the prospects of his father's culinary talents and they opt out for dinner at Denny's. Later that evening after Scott has read The Night Before Christmas to Charlie, Charlie awakens to the "clattering" on the roof. Scott runs outside to find reindeer on his roof and Santa who then suddenly falls off the roof. Ooopps. So, what will happen to all the presents and who will deliver them? Scott puts on the red suit and by doing so enters into the" Santa Clause" and must be the next Santa. In order to prepare for his duties, he physically changes into the jolly Santa everyone loves. Scott mentions a few "versions" of Santa Claus who are loved by millions of children all over the world. This legendary figure is portrayed in this movie as a jolly, stout man with a twinkle in his eye, rosy-red cheeks and a cheerful laugh. This is the American adaptation of the European legend of Saint Nicholas. Though he may look a bit different in each country and be called many names, to children of all countries his message is the same. They peek out the windows and hope to catch a glimpse of this special man as he flies through the sky, delivering gifts for boys and girls they will get to open on Christmas Day. There are many enjoyable witty lines executed so well by Tim Allen. The script is superb and memorable. The classic "Tim" with fire extinguisher in hand to save the flaming family turkey is a must see. Charlie himself says some pretty funny one liners and is quite the actor in this movie. The elves are also adorable and they come to the rescue at a moments notice. A very enjoyable family comedy you can laugh along with, year after year. While this movie doesn't really explain the true meaning of Christmas, it does give some insight into the true spirit of the Holiday Season.
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Summary: Big Screen Big Break for Tim Allen
Review: This movie established Tim Allen's ability to draw family audiences to the big screen. As perennial holiday fare, it's OK, but it's kind of a "'tweener" -- not slick enough to compete with the huge box office extravaganzas (think Grinch), not sweet or sincere enough to rank with the Home Alones. The first part of the flick works better, when Allen's wry humor and sarcasm put a different spin on the traditional Santa Claus fable. It does work equally well for kids and adults.
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Summary: Santa Claus questions "answered"!
Review: This is a VERY inventive movie which "answers" many of the common Santa Claus questions - how does he go down a chimney? What if there isn't a chimney? How does he carry so much stuff in his bag? etc. etc. etc. My personal favorite character in this movie is "Bernard" - the head elf at the North Pole. Judge Reinhold is his normal stiff self - but in this movie he's SUPPOSED to be stiff and colorless. So his "normal" acting ability fits this movie fine. Tim Allen is great! He is slowly becoming the Clark Gable of family films. This is a MUST buy. We've watched it over and over and over again. Even not during the holidays! It is all well thought out and doesn't leave you with any "but..." or "what if..."s.
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Summary: Good movie, poor DVD
Review: This is a cute movie. I have always enjoyed it. But, I DID NOT like the price for a DVD with NO EXTRAS!!!!
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Summary: New Christmas Classic
Review: Our copy of this video is practically worn out! We watch it several times every Christams season, and it never fails to enhance our Christmas spirit! In this fantasy, Tim Allen is today's Everyman literally transformed by the mythic tradition of the Christmas holiday. An ambitious toy executive and divorced dad transforms into Santa Claus, the antithesis of himself. Try explaining THAT to your son... as Tim Allen does! Magical, Enchanting, Warming, Entertaining script, Good Message, Nice Visuals and Fun to Watch.
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Summary: A NEW CLASSIC!
Review: This is a great movie.A holiday classic that i watch everyyear! It hepls people who are divorced.And to give kids hope if they belilve in santa and a big kid said their wrong it gives them hope
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Summary: A real Christmas classic!
Review: This is the type of movie that all the family can enjoy during the holliday season. Tim Allen really delivered in this movie. The plot is funny and is good for children and adults. The special effects are excellent and the music is enchanting. This was Allen's first movie and it is rare to see a T.V. Star such as Allen was do this good the first time out. I highly recommend this movie to everyone who wants to see a good family movie during the holiday season.
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Summary: The Santa Clause Brings You The Life Of Christmas!
Review: A divorced father, caring for his son on Christmas, inadvertently kills Santa on Christmas Eve. He finds himself magically recuited to take his place.
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Summary: Holiday Favorite
Review: This is one of my family's favorite holiday movies. There is humor, action, fantasy, and many touching moments, too. Tim Allen is a lot of fun, great cast - excellent special effects. A must see!
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Summary: Great disney christmas movie!
Review: This movie is the best Disney christmas movie I have ever seen I always rent this movie around christmas and I think I am going to buy it off the internet today. a great movie for the whole family.
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