Will Ferrell is what makes 'Elf' such a joy

Rating: Null/10 (23 November 2003)

Elf - Will Ferrell plays a human orphan who is raised as in Santa's workshop and grows into a 6-foot man, who later discovers he's really not an elf. So he leaves the North Pole and wanders around New York City seeking his biological father (James Caan). This formulaic but likably silly holiday comedy goes on the nice list, with goofball Ferrell recreating his innocence into a lovable character. And love that green tunic and yellow tights!

** Â½ (out of ****)