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Black and White Version
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...as satisfying a yuletide indulgence as a good Christmas pudding...Alastair Sim...is wonderful. --The Sunday Times
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47 of 47 people found the following review helpful
By Mr. Ross Maynard
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Format:DVD
Made in 1951 on a low budget, Scrooge remains one of the best film versions of the "Christmas Carol" tale. This is partly due to Alistair Sim's moving performance, and also the fact that this version gives more backstory than others, explaining how Scrooge got the way he is. George Cole gives a fine performance as the young Scrooge and Jack Warner is clearly enjoying himself as the corrupt Mr Jorking. The film also boasts the radiant Carol Marsh as Scrooge's sister (with too little screen time but see her at her best in "Brighton Rock"), Patrick McNee, William Horden and (eye's peeled) Hattie Jacques as Mrs Fezziwig - with about 10 seconds of screen time.
This remastering does a very good job of improving the picture and sound - pretty low quality film stock was used (the film was made when post-war rationing was still in full force). This set also features a colourised version of the film which is well done (though the B&W version wins for picture quality and atmosphere). There are also two early silent film versions of the tale, two radio versions, and a surprisingly uninteresting interview with George Cole.
Often the film is very very moving - probably the most moving version of the tale; though at other times it does stoop to 1950's sentimentality (Bob Cratchit's family are a bit too sickly sweet). Overall it is a fantastic set and a must if you want a really atmospheric version of the tale.
This remastering does a very good job of improving the picture and sound - pretty low quality film stock was used (the film was made when post-war rationing was still in full force). This set also features a colourised version of the film which is well done (though the B&W version wins for picture quality and atmosphere). There are also two early silent film versions of the tale, two radio versions, and a surprisingly uninteresting interview with George Cole.
Often the film is very very moving - probably the most moving version of the tale; though at other times it does stoop to 1950's sentimentality (Bob Cratchit's family are a bit too sickly sweet). Overall it is a fantastic set and a must if you want a really atmospheric version of the tale.
100 of 102 people found the following review helpful
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I have loved this film since I first saw it on television as a child, through worn out home video to a budget release some years ago.
I dragged a close friend along to see it last year when it returned to the cinema . A step that is always a risk in that one fears that it will not live up to expectations . I was thrilled that he was as moved by it as I was and continue to be.
Sim is faultless, the supporting cast superb and if you do not cry either at the death of Scrooge's sister ,feared death of Tiny Tim or the reconciliation then you are cold indeed!
Buy it in its spanking new remastering and you will have a treat that can be watched over and over again with renewed and increasing pleasure
58 of 59 people found the following review helpful
By Robert Lough
Format:DVD
In my opinion this is THE definitive big screen version of Charles Dickens 'A Christmas Carol'. The acting is brilliant, and the dialogue is very convincing. Being shot in black and white gives this film the right mood and feel. I bought this DVD when it was released last year and if you did not buy it then, then I suggest you buy it now. It is the perfect Christmas film.
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Passable
Arrived without cellophane packaging so immediate thought was 'it's a copy'. Sound and picture very poor in places so it's a bad copy. For the price maybe....
Published 2 days ago by Miss Sharon L Smith
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dvd
an old masterpiece in inself, i will always have this dvd in my collection and i will always watch it with my grandchildren
Published 19 days ago by pusseycat 49
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great
highly recommended would buy similiar items again,good price and arrived promptly very pleased with product has met all my expectations.
Published 29 days ago by Pauline Snelling
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a real christmassy film
As a scrooge fanantic, i love this version of Dikens tale. it has a lovely Christmassy feel. Not that true to the book but still very good.
Published 1 month ago by S. Hart
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Scrooge Christmas Carol DVD
Delighted with this DVD full of excellent acting and one that brings the famous tale to life. An excellent buy and well worth the price.
Published 1 month ago by Geoff_MI
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Charles Dickens "Scrooge" played by Alastair Sim and no one could have played it better. A very interesting and tearful film.
Published 1 month ago by A. S. Cotton
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My favourite version of A Christmas Carol is Albert Finney's musical, but this one is a close second. Read more
Published 2 months ago by L. Hurst
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Scrooge DVD
I have always loved this film. I had one and let someone borrow which was never returned so I had to buy a new one this one stays with me I love it.
Published 2 months ago by Sasha
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a classic
bought it as a gift so have not seen it myself but reasonable price and fast deleivery, just need to wait till next year to give it!
Published 2 months ago by Zoe Lucia Newsum
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The very best Scrooge
This version of Scrooge is the very best. The re-makes are no where near as good. Would recommend as a must watch
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