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Elf is genuinely good. Not just Saturday Night Live-movie good, when the movie has some funny bits but is basically an insult to humanity; Elf is a smartly written, skillfully directed, and deftly acted story of a human being adopted by Christmas elves who returns to the human world to find his father. And because the writing, directing, and acting are all genuinely good, Elf is also genuinely funny. Will Ferrell, as Buddy the adopted elf, is hysterically sincere. James Caan, as his rediscovered father, executes his surly dumbfoundedness with perfect aplomb. Zooey Deschanel, as a department store worker with whom Buddy falls in love, is adorably sardonic. Director Jon Favreau (Swingers) shepherds the movie through all the obligatory Christmas cliches and focuses on material that's sometimes subtle and consistently surprising. Frankly, Elf feels miraculous. Also featuring Mary Steenburgen, Bob Newhart, Peter Dinklage, and Ed Asner as Santa Claus. --Bret Fetzer
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Christmas family comedy directed by independent filmmaker Jon Favreau. Will Ferrell stars as Buddy, a human being who has spent his whole life believing himself to be an elf. Brought up by Santa (Edward Asner) and his elves at the North Pole, Buddy has spent the last 30 years happily working in Santa's toy workshop. But when his ungainly size starts to become a liability in the elf-sized working environment, Santa suggests that Buddy head to New York City to find his biological father (James Caan). Needless to say, the unlikely spectacle of a 6'5' man dressed from head to foot in bright green stands out a mile on the streets of the Big Apple, and the good-natured Buddy finds himself in all sorts of scrapes as he gets used to his new family and surroundings - and they get used to him.
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At last! ELF gets an appropriate (if slightly overdue) festive release!
Ferrell starts as Buddy, the 'elf' of the title, a baby mistakenly taken to the north pole and raised along with the rest of Santa's elven helpers. As he grows up he can't understand why he towers 4 feet over all the other elves, or why he doesn't have pointed ears? Eventually, he learns of his origins and sets off to the big city to find his real father.
Once there, he becomes comically confused by the modern day interpretation of Christmas and starts to despair when the true spirit of Christmas seems to be lost. Think of this film as a cross between Dudley Moore's 'Santa Claus The Movie' and Steve Martins 'The Jerk' and you will get the idea.
Most of the fun in this film comes from Ferrells charming and at the same time manic performance, and he clearly carries the whole film, although the supporting cast are also strong.
A wonderful family film, this is one the most delighful Christmas films ever made!
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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This film is sooo funny. If you are looking for a feel-good Christmas film that will make you laugh out loud then this is it. If you are a child (big or small!)then this film is perfect for getting you in the Christmas spirit and has you believing in Santa all over again. The scene where Buddy (Will Ferrell) pushes in front of all the children in his excitement to see santa again and then exposes him as the fake he is, is hysterical. In fact a giant elf walking around New York and acting like an excited kid is hilarious. But this film is also heart-warming in a Scrooge-esque kind of way, where grumpy old business man realises that family is more important than money and when everyone starts singing "Santa Claus is coming to town" to prove their faith in Santa I can feel that Christmas excitement buzzing around in my belly!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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This is a lovely Christmas movie that can be safely enjoyed by the whole family.
It was Farrell's first main feature and has many good jokes.
However is slighty Americanish with the movie following a well structured script, expect fun but no suprises.
It was Farrell's first main feature and has many good jokes.
However is slighty Americanish with the movie following a well structured script, expect fun but no suprises.
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My grandson was very pleased to get this DVD although he had seen it and I was happy with the price which was very good
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Love it
It is such a joy to watch. Everyone should own Elf, but only for people who love Christmas. Made me believe in Santa for a little while too!
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Love it or hate it
From discussions with friends/family with this one, it seems you will either love it or hate it. For me, I think this is fast becoming a christmas classic. Read more
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Story of love and kindness
What a blast from the past! Although some parts of this film are a wee bit dated, it's message is still relevant now in a time of austerity and belt tightening - that being able to... Read more
Published 1 month ago by LucyLu
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Brillant Film!
Such a great film, bought for my friends mum for christmas!!
great comedy film :)
Highly recommend to those who love comedy christmas films!
great comedy film :)
Highly recommend to those who love comedy christmas films!
Published 1 month ago by Kirsty Anne
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Feel good factor
A christmas classic at a reasonable price. Its one of those films you will want to watch again and again.
Published 2 months ago by Dorothy Nicholson
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Extremely funny, excellent family entertainment. A film that you can snuggle up on the settee with all your family and have a great belly laugh.
Published 2 months ago by aquablu
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A great comedy to watch with the family at Christmas time. Very funny. :) . . . . . .
Published 2 months ago by Laura
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Great film
We bought it quite simply because the film is great and we have never had an original copy. The price was good and it arrived as expected.
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