How The Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
The Grinch, a grumpy green creature, despises the happy Christmas celebrations of the Whos below in Whoville. He plans to stop the holiday by disguising himself as Santa and stealing every gift, decoration, and feast. A kind girl, Cindy Lou Who, reaches out to him, prompting the lonely creature to discover that the holiday means more than just material possessions.
Length: 1h45m
Genre: Family, Comedy, Fantasy
This Title is: Whimsical Family Redemption
Stream How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) on:
Netflix Canada
Cast
Jim Carrey, Taylor Momsen, Jeffrey Tambor, Christine Baranski, Bill Irwin
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: PG – Mild scary scenes, rude humor, and suggestive innuendo.
Trivia
- Jim Carrey was coached by an ex-CIA agent specializing in torture resistance to help him endure the eight-hour application of the Grinch makeup.
- This production was the first live-action, full-length theatrical adaptation of any Dr. Seuss book.
- The director, Ron Howard, cast his daughter, Bryce Dallas Howard, in a small, non-speaking role as a Surprised Who.
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I found this to be an absolutely joyous spectacle, capturing the essence of the beloved Christmas story with incredible energy and detail. Jim Carrey delivers a truly masterful performance, bringing the green protagonist to vibrant, manic life with physical comedy that is a marvel to behold. The transformation he undergoes from bitter recluse to holiday enthusiast is genuinely heartwarming. The creative team’s work on Whoville is nothing short of extraordinary; the sets are intricate, the costumes are wildly imaginative, and the overall design is a visually stunning triumph. Every single frame is packed with whimsical details that invite repeated viewing. This movie is a loud, colorful, and fun celebration of the Christmas spirit, reminding us that connection and love are the true gifts of the season. The story is a delightful experience that leaves me feeling cheerful and fully invested in the redemption of the lonely hero. It is a fantastic adaptation and an essential part of our holiday viewing tradition.
