Spirited (2022) is pretty good. For being a Christmas musical that is based off something that has been retold countless times, this film actually feels pretty fresh for the most part.
Charles Dickens novella 'A Christmas Carol' (1843) is easily a Christmas classic story and the many retellings over every medium of entertainment has made the story almost unbreakable from Christmas traditions. This has led to many great and not-so-great versions of the story. This film is a pretty good version as it expands the original story into the digital age with the Ghosts being part of a cooperation with the intent on redeeming people who need redemption. The modern details and even parodying of other stories makes this musical worthy in its own right.
Some of the jokes feel forced or stale but every character seems so likeable that you will enjoy it. The musical portion is fine. While not likely to have any future classic Christmas songs, the musical numbers feel alive and charming.
Overall, its a good film even if Christmas and musicals may not be your thing. It takes on the challenge of being modern while still trying to keep a natural feel to the story. If its the holiday season then give it a watch.
Charles Dickens novella 'A Christmas Carol' (1843) is easily a Christmas classic story and the many retellings over every medium of entertainment has made the story almost unbreakable from Christmas traditions. This has led to many great and not-so-great versions of the story. This film is a pretty good version as it expands the original story into the digital age with the Ghosts being part of a cooperation with the intent on redeeming people who need redemption. The modern details and even parodying of other stories makes this musical worthy in its own right.
Some of the jokes feel forced or stale but every character seems so likeable that you will enjoy it. The musical portion is fine. While not likely to have any future classic Christmas songs, the musical numbers feel alive and charming.
Overall, its a good film even if Christmas and musicals may not be your thing. It takes on the challenge of being modern while still trying to keep a natural feel to the story. If its the holiday season then give it a watch.