For most kids below 10 years of age, understanding the inherent meaning that lurks behind this ever so simple, beautifully written piece might get a little difficult. Forcefully making your kid go through the book that he doesn't prefer over his favorite Archie comic might get a little irritating for you as well as for your little one. Spare him of the tedious ordeal; make it a fun experience for him and yourself. Take time out and sit with your kid while the movie is being screened. Explain the complex dialogues, biblical allegories and the metaphorical meanings they carry. A heavy dose of philosophy might put him off. Let the whole idea seep in slowly but surely. Making your kid aware of the circumstances and background of Ebenezer Scrooge is also important. Let him develop his own unbiased opinions. Let him sympathize with Scrooge rather than hate him.
Several Directors have tried their hands at making it into a film and a whole set of actors have starred in these films. Provided below is a list of directors who have made A Christmas Carol into a film.
- Clive Donner(1999)
- The original B& W Version by Brian Desmond Hurst (1999)
- David Hugh Jones (1999) starring Patrick Stewart,Richard.E.Grant.
- Scrooge DVD- Ronald Neame.
- An American Christmas Carol – Eric Till
- Edwin. L. Martin (2005)
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