Film of the month:
[?]* (Directed by Ronald Neame, 1970; 2h; FSK: ab 6)
A well-loved musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol (1843). Ebenezer Scrooge, a stingy, misanthropic moneylender in London, is visited on Christmas Eve by the ghost of his deceased partner, Jacob Marley. Warning Scrooge to change his life before it is too late, Marley announces that Scrooge will be visited by three spirits: the Ghost of Christmas Past, the Ghost of Christmas Present and the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come. A thought-provoking tale brought to the silver screen with fabulous singing, dancing, and great joy. Starring Albert Finney, Alec Guinness, Edith Evans and Kenneth More.
“Ebenezer Scrooge’s redemption arc is not just a triumph for the character; it’s a triumph for the spirit of Christmas itself. And, it’s a little reminder for us all that it’s never too late to rediscover the joy of giving, love, and compassion.”
– Christine Miller, Spooky Isles
“[?]* is also a story that works well for various religions in that it depicts a man literally throwing off the restraints of his material possessions in favour of attaining a more developed sense of enlightenment.”
– Eddie Harrison, Film-Authority[dot]com
“Set in London with spectacular London-style art direction, it is perfect in its depiction of life around the holidays in the historic city, circa the nineteenth century.”
– Scott Segrell, Scott’s Film Reviews
“A most delightful film in every way.”
– Staff, Variety
Shown in English. Admission is free.
American Library in Karlsruhe
Kanalweg 52, 76149 Karlsruhe, Tel.: 0721-72752
*We aren't legally allowed to advertise the films we show by name, but we may describe them!
