Another wonderful moment from the archive to help you celebrate Christmas… Christmas is just around the corner, and you’re probably catching up on some old and new favorite films about the holidays. Among your viewings of A Christmas Story, Die Hard, and Gremlins, maybe you picked up a copy of The Muppet Christmas Carol, which has recently had a 20th anniversary Blu-ray release. This repackaging of the 1992 holiday classic includes a commentary track by Brian Henson as well as a new commentary by the Muppet characters themselves. One is more technical, and the other is more silly, but together they give a nice look at the making of one of the more faithful-yet-original adaptations of the Charles Dickens book. And on to the commentary… The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992) Commentators: Brian Henson (director), Kermit the Frog, Gonzo the Great, and Rizzo the Rat 1. This was the first Muppet movie to be made after Jim Henson’s death, and the film is dedicated to both him and Richard Hunt, who recently passed away before its release. Kermit points out the dedication at the beginning of the film and says, “Here’s comes a very special tribute to two of my best friends ever. Jim Henson and Richard Hunt. We really miss you guys.” 2. The London rooftops seen in the opening credits were all models that stood approximately three feet tall. The opening shot was photographed at one or two frames per second, and as the camera pulled back, crew members […]From Film School Rejects
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