Barbie in 'A Christmas Carol' (2008) movie poster

Barbie in 'A Christmas Carol' (2008)

"A Family Classic Filled With Laughs!"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 76%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 69% (RT: 69%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
AnimationFamily

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Director
Runtime
1h 16m
Country
Canada
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.2/10 (579 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
69%
Cast
Kelly Sheridan as Barbie (voice)
Morwenna Banks as Eden Starling (voice)
Melissa Lyons as Eden Starling (singing voice)
Prudence Edwards as Young Eden Starling (voice)
Leanne Araya as Young Eden / Spirit Of Christmas Past / Ann / Nan (singing voice)
Kandyse McClure as Catherine / Young Catherine (voice)
Shauntia Fleming as Catherine (singing voice)
Kathleen Barr as Chuzzlewit / Spirit Of Christmas Present / Mrs. Dorrit (voice)
Most people think so. 76% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 579 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 69%.
Overview
On Christmas Eve, Kelly is reluctant to go to a Christmas Eve ball, so Barbie tells her the story of Eden Starling, a glamorous singing diva in the Victorian England and the owner of a theatre house. However, Eden is self-centered and loves only herself. She is frequently accompanied by her snooty cat, Chuzzlewit. She does not believe in Christmas and orders all her employees to work on Christmas. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated animation films of 2008 among dedicated fans.
  • The initial cut of Barbie in 'A Christmas Carol' was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • William Lau cited several classic animation films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Barbie in 'A Christmas Carol' is a 2008 animation, family film directed by William Lau. On Christmas Eve, Kelly is reluctant to go to a Christmas Eve ball, so Barbie tells her the story of Eden Starling, a glamorous singing diva in the Victorian England and the owner of a theatre house. However, Eden is self-centered and loves only herself.

She is frequently accompanied by her snooty cat, Chuzzlewit. She does not believe in Christmas and orders all her employees to work on Christmas. The film has been rated by 579 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a animation film, Barbie in 'A Christmas Carol' delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Barbie in 'A Christmas Carol' (2008) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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