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A Boy Called Christmas (2021)
Director: Gil Kenan
Cast: Henry Lawfull, Michiel Huisman, Stephen Merchant, Maggie Smith
6.7
83%Runtime104 min
RatingPG
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An ordinary young boy called Nikolas sets out on an extraordinary adventure into the snowy north in search of his father who is on a quest to discover the fabled village of the elves, Elfhelm. Taking with him a headstrong reindeer called Blitzen and a loyal pet mouse, Nikolas soon meets his destiny in this magical and endearing story that proves nothing is impossible…
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Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Gil Kenan, A Boy Called Christmas is a delightful family adventure that blends fantasy, warmth, and wonder, making it a perfect choice for fans of heartfelt, imaginative holiday stories. With standout performances from Henry Lawfull and a supporting cast that includes Michiel Huisman and the legendary Maggie Smith, this 2021 film offers a charming, visually stunning exploration of the origins of Santa Claus.
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A Boy Called Christmas is a 2021 British Christmas fantasy film directed by Gil Kenan from a screenplay by Ol Parker and Kenan, based on the 2015 book of the same name by Matt Haig, and starring Henry Lawfull, Toby Jones, Sally Hawkins, Kristen Wiig, Michiel Huisman, Zoe Colletti, Stephen Merchant, Jim Broadbent, and Maggie Smith. It tells the story of a boy who travels to a land of elves with the mouse that he trained to speak as he ends up coming to their aid when people sent by the king, which his father is part of, make off with one of the elves. The story is told by an old woman to her grand-niece and grand-nephews.
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