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Lieber guter Weihnachtsmann

1983·Movie
1h 0min
100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle5
  • Tension4

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Catharsis8

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody5

World

Faith and meaning and family

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

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Santa Claus, expelled from the Heavenly Council because of his alleged failure, finds work on Earth as a stoker in a children's hospital. His willingness to help soon makes him indispensable.
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100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 100/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Lieber guter Weihnachtsmann?

1 h 0 min

Lieber guter Weihnachtsmann runs 1 h 0 min.

What language is Lieber guter Weihnachtsmann in?

German

It was made in German. Produced in Germany, XG.