My nostalgia was not enough to prep me for how sensorially annoying and tacky this is. I guess these Rankin & Bass specials don’t do it for me like they used to. Nonetheless there’s still plenty of holiday charm and memorable moments. And it’s iconic. Can’t hate it.
Is It Good?
Nearly Good (4/8)
Note: This capsule review was originally published elsewhere. If I watch this movie again, I might expand this to a full-length review.
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