It's never too soon to review a Christmas movie. Heck, if you haven't started watching them by now, there is no way to cram all of that holiday goodness into the span of anything less than 2 months! So get to cracking people. And today is a great way to start the holiday season off right, one that could very well land on the recurring annual viewing list for Christmas.
The story:
The secrets of Santa stand revealed as we learn just how Santa can deliver 2 Billion presents in one short night. Unfortunately, one present is overlooked on the delivery route, and there just isn't time to make another trip to make the delivery. But what's 1 out of 2 billion, right? It's a less than 1% failure rate. Pretty good in this day and age. Except Santa's youngest son, Arthur, firmly believes that no child should be left behind! So with the help of his grandfather, and some old school technology, they set out to deliver the gift before the sun rises on her town.
What could possibly go wrong?
Everything. Anything.
It's hilarious.
To give away much else that happens gives away too much of the fun that ensues throughout the movie. Plus, it doesn't feel rushed...nor too long. Both very important with your holiday films.
This venture from Aardman strays from their usual stop-motion that put the studio on the map. The characters have similarities in features to other Aardman vehicles, but not overly so. They assemble a great vocal cast including James McAvoy (X-Men: First Class), Hugh Laurie (House M.D.), Jim Broadbent and Bill Nighy.
So yes, your Santa speaks with an accent. : )
Otherwise, sit back, enjoy the show, and get in the Christmas Spirit.
Highly recommended, and for this family, it will be purchased and become a worthy addition to the annual Christmas movies that can be found playing at least one a day through Christmas every year.
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