It may not have particularly groundbreaking animation, or be as famous as such other Christmas classics, but Arthur Christmas is by far the most meaningful and creative holiday film in years- and is easily one of my favorite films to watch every year during the holiday season. From the time I was a little kid and saw this in theaters, this film has never failed to let me down. It's an incredibly well written tale, charming, and humorous, with a fantastic cast- including legends like James McAvoy, Bill Nighy, Hugh Laurie, and Jim Broadbent. Its perhaps one of the sweetest animated films i've seen in recent memory. It has its predictable moments for sure, and its animation isn't anything special- but its setting, characters, and story are executed in a way that most animated films never have the chance to in this sequel filled world and i'm just so proud and happy a film like this exists for children of all ages to enjoy. In the end, Arthur Christmas may not be as popular as The Polar Express or 2009's A Christmas Carol, but it's easily the best animated Christmas film in recent memory and I hope more people will be able to enjoy its heartfelt message and sense of wonder.
My Rating: 9.6/10.
My Rating: 9.6/10.