films seen
5
average score
2.20*
nationality
status
Alive and kicking
Movies
A modern take on Dickens' classic Christmas Carol. And that's a welcome premise, as Dickens' source has been adapted so many times that the story really is starting to wear. Spirited isn't a raging success and I definitely would've liked to see a few things differently, but I was glad that it at least try to deliver something new. The new take on a classic story is solid, Reynolds and Ferrell are pretty much their usual self but there's enough chemistry between the two. I didn't think making this a musical was the smartest idea (the songs weren't great and it does add to the runtime) and the comedy felt pretty safe (Apple Original, true to their brand I guess), but this was a pretty decent Christmas film. Read all
