Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

• Director: Larry Roemer
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• Genre: Children's/Family
• Movie Type: Holiday Film, Animated Musical
• Main Cast: Burl Ives
• Release Year: 1964
• Country: US
• Run Time: 53 minutes

Plot

This stop-motion animagic version of the classic Christmas tale adds a bit of a twist when Rudolph encounters an abominable snowman. This was made for TV and features Burl Ives as the narrator. ~ All Movie Guide

Review

An instant classic when first broadcast in 1964, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer has become a Christmas tradition for millions of families. While the stop-motion animation in Rudolph may seem primitive by contemporary standards, it's still a visually effective piece, thanks in large part to the simple but engaging character design. More importantly, the script is a real winner, with lovable and clearly-drawn characters, amusing dialogue and a heartwarming, engrossing story. Using the famous title song as its basis, the script adds in such delightful touches as an Abominable Snowman, an Island of Misfit Toys, and a curious elf who wants nothing more than to be a dentist. Rudolph is also blessed with a charming score, highlighted by the Christmas-themed "Holly Jolly Christmas" and "Silver and Gold." Both of these are performed by narrator Burl Ives, who brings a delightful folksy quality to the proceedings. The vocal cast is strong overall, and Larry Roemer's direction is efficient and professional. While the film's creaky production values diminish its appeal somewhat, it's still fine holiday entertainment. ~ Craig Butler, All Movie Guide

Cast

Burl Ives - Sam, the Snowman; Larry D. Mann; Alfie Scopp; Paul Soles; Paul Kligman

Credit

Jules Bass - Co-producer, Larry Roemer - Director, Johnny Marks - Composer (Music Score), Maury Laws - Musical Direction/Supervision, Arthur Rankin, Jr. - Producer, Robert L. May - Screen Story, Romeo Muller - Screenwriter, Johnny Marks - Lyricist

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