Feel Good Holiday Movie

Rating: 8/10 (13 November 2004)

This is one of those movies that showcases the good side of people through a little boy who is doubting the existence of Santa Claus. It's been done before, but the storyline formula of "believing" in something to make it "real" is tireless and heart-warming. I give it an 8 because it gets a little slow in the middle, but I recommend it highly to all family viewers. I liked the story more than "Shark Tale" but not as much as "The Incredibles." I will say this for the movie: computer generated characters have come a long way. I foresee the future of movie-making in my lifetime where any actors can be portrayed in this ageless fashion. While that may make the high-priced megastars shutter, just think of all the avenues that will be opened for actors who may not have that "look" so desired by Hollywood today....