How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Director: Ron Howard; Stars: Taylor Momsen, Jim Carrey, Molly Shannon, Jeffrey Tambor; Release Date: November 04, 2008 |
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How the Grinch Stole Christmas - Director Ron Howard casts comedian Jim Carrey in the title role in this live-action adaptation of the famous Christmas tale by Dr. Seuss, giving this rendition of HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS a delightfully manic spin. Carrey is virtually unrecognizable in his elaborate green makeup, but his anarchic comic touch is unmistakable. He manages to fully embody the grumpy title character, while still supplying his own comedic touches, and it is his performance that makes the film a treat for adults and children alike. The candy-colored set design for the town of Whoville and the jubilant score contribute to the overall feeling of innocuous fantasy that the Grinch disrupts with his dastardly deeds. The familiar story of the Grinch stealing every present in town on Christmas Eve has been expanded to incorporate flashbacks to the Grinch's childhood, which serve to explain his hostility toward the Whos. As Cindy Lou-Who, a little girl so sweet she sees goodness even in the Grinch, young Taylor Momsen strikes jus...
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Key Information |
| Directors | Ron Howard |
| Stars | Christine Baranski |
| Actors | Bill Irwin |
| Genre | Comedies |
| Subgenre | Children's |
| MPAA Rating | PG (MPAA) |
| Available Formats | DVD: Collectable Classic Grinch Snow Globe Premium |
| UPC | 096898868433 |
| Release Date | 2000 |
| Running Time | 1hr 45min |
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Languages |
| Original Language | English |
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DVD Editions |
| DVD Editions | DVD: Widescreen1hr 45minUniversal Studios Home VideoNovember 20, 2001PG (MPAA)025192067723Sound Features: Surround, Stereo, AC3, DTS |
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VHS Editions |
| VHS Editions | VHS: Clamshell1hr 45minUniversal Studios Home VideoNovember 20, 2001PG (MPAA)096898582537Sound Features: HiFi, Surround, Stereo |
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Credits |
| Screenwriter | Peter S. Seaman |
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Professional Reviews |
| Professional Reviews | (11/17/2000, p.8, Michael Rechtshaffen): "...Thanks to makeup whiz Rick Baker's surprisingly flexible latex work, Carrey's patented rubbery expressions are allowed to come through unimpeded..." |
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