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AH, HUMBUG Sim nails the role of Scrooge
A Christmas Carol: Kobal Collection

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Rated: Unrated; Genres: Drama, ; With: Mervyn Johns and Alastair Sim; Distributor: United Artists (MGM)

Other Christmas Carols need not apply. The definitive version of the Dickens tale is, appropriately enough, straight out of England. This flick is not only the gold standard against which all other holiday films should be measured, but also one of the greatest films ever made, period. Chalk it all up to Alastair Sim's pitch-perfect performance as Scrooge. Whether expressing goggle-eyed horror, heartrending sorrow, or gleeful giddiness, Sim is equally adept at wringing tears and peals of laughter from the viewer. Throw in a stirring, weep-worthy score, a witty script, and a sparkling supporting cast, and you've got a film you'll want to watch year-round.

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Posted Dec 12, 2003
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