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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 Ghost of Christmas Present is done trying to convert average grumps, he wants to take on a big fish. When he meets Clint he knows he's the ideal subject, but his file calls him unredeemable. Still, the ghost isn't willing to back down and convinces the rest of his team to take on the case. 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
