"God bless us, everyone!" ... Tiny Tim
Most cinema connoisseurs consider the 1951 adaptation of A Christmas Carol, aka Scrooge, to be the definitive take on Dickens' fable. Directed by Brian Desmond Hurst, scripted by Noel Langley and starring the amazing Alastair Sim as ol' Ebenezer, the movie epitomizes the remarkable power of the human spirit. That Classic Monsters of the Movies writers/researchers, Nige Burton & Jamie Jones, chose this adaptation to commemorate only substantiates its importance.
The authors probe the diligent heart of Scrooge's production, including an insightful reveal of its well chosen cast, which in addition to the headlining Sim, includes Glyn Dearman, Mervyn Johns, Michael Horndern, Patrick (The Avengers) Macnee, Kathleen Harrison, George Cole, Roddy Hughes, Carol Marsh, Francis de Wolff, Hermione Baddeley, Michael Dolan, Hattie Jacque, Peter Bull, Jack Warner, Ernest (The Bride of Frankenstein) Thesiger and other vivacious thespians who capture Dickens' character quirks and nuances with utmost respect and vigor.
The authors also essay the meaning of Dickens' novel (as reflected through the film) and that of Ebenezer Scrooge as an emblematic, cultural icon, as he pivots from derisive malcontent to euphoric benefactor, spinning an endearing lesson that we can't help but hold close to our hearts.
To enrich the 36-page "deluxe edition", rare, eminent stills and promotional materials are featured, printed in outstanding black-and-white and color, on quality, paper stock, stationed between fanciful front and back covers.
Classic Monsters of the Movies: Scrooge is a must for any Dickens afficionado and/or fan of exceptional cinema, for like A Christmas Carol's 1951 film version, this special edition holds the inherent power to instill unblushing joy all year round.
Don't delay; order this sentimental salute today!
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