CD-Charts Position 51

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The Year Without a Santa Claus [1974] (REGION 1) (NTSC)

CD-Charts > Music > Childrens
starring: Shirley Booth, Mickey Rooney, Dick Shawn, George S. Irving, Bob McFadden
directed by: Arthur Rankin Jr., Jules Bass

Release Date October 31, 2000

CD-Charts Position 52

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On Christmas Night

CD-Charts > Music > Childrens
from: Bmg Classics

Release Date November 07, 1998

CD-Charts Position 53

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Eloise At Christmastime [2003] (REGION 1) (NTSC)

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starring: Julie Andrews, Sofia Vassilieva, Kenneth Welsh, Debra Monk, Gavin Creel
directed by: Kevin Lima

Release Date November 16, 2004

CD-Charts Position 54
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The Raymond Briggs' The Snowman [1982] (REGION 1) (NTSC)

CD-Charts > Music > Childrens
starring: David Bowie, Peter Auty
directed by: Dianne Jackson

Release Date October 24, 2006
Like the title of this review says, this film is a true classic. It tells the story of a young boy who builds a snowman that comes to life at midnight. This film is the only film I have ever seen that is funny, magical and sad at the same time. It is also the first one that I have seen that had no dialogue in, but watching it now, I think that the filmmakers were right not to put any in. Having said that, I am SO GLAD that the enchanting song "Walking in the air" is in it. I am also glad that it is hand-drawn, not computer animated. I know that, if you look at the film very closely, there are small errors, but, because they don't have any effect on the story, they really don't matter.
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CD-Charts Position 55
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Kipper: Let it Snow! (REGION 1) (NTSC)

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starring: Martin Clunes, Chris Lang
directed by: Mike Stuart

Release Date September 30, 2003
Another fun packed DVD, starring Kipper, Tiger, Pig and Arnold.

Lots of snow fun, and entertaining even when it's not Christmas.

The quality of the DVD is a lot better, with a menu that allows you to play all episodes, or choose your favorite. You can also choose to skip the previews, which is a big plus for repeat viewing.

The high point is hearing Arnold "speak", when he gets his very own igloo.

We love Kipper, and will continue to recommend the series, once the DVD's continue to be such great value for the price.

CD-Charts Position 56
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The Family Holiday [2007] (REGION 1) (NTSC)

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starring: Dave Coulier, Alexa Fischer, Terisa Greenan, Mark McBryde, Kevin Partridge
directed by: Craig Clyde

Release Date November 06, 2007
Another fun packed DVD, starring Kipper, Tiger, Pig and Arnold.

Lots of snow fun, and entertaining even when it's not Christmas.

The quality of the DVD is a lot better, with a menu that allows you to play all episodes, or choose your favorite. You can also choose to skip the previews, which is a big plus for repeat viewing.

The high point is hearing Arnold "speak", when he gets his very own igloo.

We love Kipper, and will continue to recommend the series, once the DVD's continue to be such great value for the price.

CD-Charts Position 57
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A Christmas Carol (Classic fiction)

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by: Charles Dickens

Release Date December 04, 2006
Dickens, it's said, created the British image of Christmas.

It would be a ridiculous but interesting challenge to name the world's most successful or influential work of fiction, but if it were attempted, this novella would be a strong contender. Crafted with all the brilliant wit and imagery of which Dickens was capable, it chronicles the redemption of an aging skinflint, rendered bitter and cruel by his passion for money, to whom life has become a trudge towards the grave.

Joy and love Ebenezer Scrooge has barred from his life, and for this, as his dead partner's ghost warns him, he is doomed to wander the Earth after death, chained by his hoarded loot. Yet he is to be rescued by the spirit - spirits actually: three ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 58
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A Christmas Story [1983] (REGION 1) (NTSC)

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starring: Peter Billingsley, Melinda Dillon, Darren McGavin, Ian Petrella, Scott Schwartz
directed by: Bob Clark

Release Date October 07, 2003
A little jewel of a film! This movie was released with not much fanfare in 1983, but has developed a loyal following in the U.S. due to it's repeated airing on cable television. Such is it's cult following, that American cable network TBS regularly hosts a "Christmas Story Marathon" during which the film is shown for 24 hours straight, from Christmas Eve to Christmas Day! I moved to Ireland from America 6 years ago, and have searched in vain for this film to appear on the Christmas schedule of RTE, BBC, Sky or any of the other 500 channels on my system. Sadly "A Christmas Story" is virtually unheard of on this side of the Atlantic, and I soon realised that I would probably never see it again, unless I bought it myself.

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CD-Charts Position 59
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Orchestral Music for Christmas

CD-Charts > Music > Childrens
from: EMI

Release Date October 07, 1991
Imagine snow on the ground, logs on the fire burning, christmas trees lit up and the cold breath of carol singers singing in the night. The CD is very evokative of Christmas past. Made me reminisant of my childhood (not that long ago). Best ever CD available for Christmas. The Choir (Guildford Cathedral) is amazing. Brings a tear every time i listen. The music from the BBC programme Box of Delights used track 3 for its theme tune. This CD is hard to get hold of. HIGHLY recomended.

CD-Charts Position 60
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A Christmas Carol - The Northern Ballet Theatre [1992]

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starring: The Northern Ballet Theatre, Jeremy Kerridge, William Walker, Lorena Vidal, Royce Neagle

Release Date October 31, 2005
Imagine snow on the ground, logs on the fire burning, christmas trees lit up and the cold breath of carol singers singing in the night. The CD is very evokative of Christmas past. Made me reminisant of my childhood (not that long ago). Best ever CD available for Christmas. The Choir (Guildford Cathedral) is amazing. Brings a tear every time i listen. The music from the BBC programme Box of Delights used track 3 for its theme tune. This CD is hard to get hold of. HIGHLY recomended.