December 7th 2024.
Many Netflix viewers were caught off guard and left in tears while watching the new animated Christmas movie that has been hailed as a "new Christmas classic". Based on Richard Curtis' beloved children's Christmas book trilogy, That Christmas and Other Stories, the movie was released this week and has already left a lasting impact on its audience.
The film follows a series of interconnected tales about love, loneliness, family, friends, and even Santa Claus making a big mistake. Set in the fictional town of Wellington-On-Sea, the residents are preparing for Christmas Day when a sudden blizzard threatens to ruin the celebrations and separate families.
The star-studded cast includes Brian Cox as Santa Claus, alongside Fiona Shaw, Jodie Whittaker, and Bill Nighy. Despite expectations for a light-hearted festive movie, many viewers were taken aback by the emotional depth of the story.
One viewer, Matt, raved about the film on review site Rotten Tomatoes, saying, "This is destined to become a Christmas tradition. Beautiful stories, intertwined with deft skill to create an epic Christmas tale that had the kids enthralled from start to finish, my wife in tears, and me actually sitting through an entire animated feature. It's a rare gem that the whole family can enjoy."
Another viewer, Kristen, also praised the film, saying, "Heartfelt, interesting, and finally something FRESH and different! Great for the whole family. Everyone loved it."
The movie's emotional scenes caught many off guard, with some even calling it a "masterpiece". Director Simon Otto shared in an interview with Netflix's Tudum that the film was inspired by our own chaotic and messy experiences with Christmas. "We all have a Christmas memory where expectations were high and then things inevitably went utterly wrong," he said.
Richard Curtis, who wrote the book series, added, "I hope the film will remind people of the joy and complexity of Christmas, and some of the joys and comedy and heartbreak of childhood."
Ultimately, That Christmas is a heartwarming and hilarious movie that has the potential to become a future Christmas classic, much like Arthur Christmas, according to one viewer, Dariush.
So, if you're looking for a new holiday tradition to add to your list, be sure to check out That Christmas, now streaming on Netflix. And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, be sure to share them with us at The Agency entertainment team. We'd love to hear from you!
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