The Nightmare Before Christmas 3D
Release Date: 28 October 2008
Director: Henry Selick
Starring: Catherine O'Hara, Danny Elfman
Details: US / 76mins (PG).
Director: Henry Selick
Starring: Catherine O'Hara, Danny Elfman
Details: US / 76mins (PG).
What's this? Even if you missed this 3D version of Tim Burton's holiday mish-mash when it was released here last year, you've probably seen the original 1993 outing. But since it's coming to our 3D screens again this Christmas, a quick rundown of the plot won't hurt anyone: Jack Skellington (Sarandon speaking, Elfman singing) is the Pumpkin King of Halloweentown and usually revels in the macabre antics of his fellow townsfolk in the run up to the holiday. This year, however, he's not feeling it. After wandering the forest, he discovers a doorway to Christmasland and, falling in love with the warmth and love there, is determined to bring Christmas to his friends - by kidnapping Santa/Sandy Claus (Ivory). The new version isn't a director's cut: there's no scenes shaved or added, but the 3D makeover adds more depth and gives a wider scope to Burton's bizarre gothic world. It's also a good excuse to fork over a tenner for a re-release. The animation is short (really short), which means it doesn't outstay its welcome or leave you with a headache (it can be a lot on the eyes at times) and you'll get to keep a cheap pair of '80s style shades to boot!
Review by Gavin Burke
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