Roller Coaster Magic of Santa

Rating: 9/10 (4 January 2012)

Anyone who scores a "1" for this film was clearly expecting a "grown up" film. Perhaps cohete from Burbank, CA should have got a clue from the title - I don't want to be bored by people banging on about the cinematic prowess of an animated film for children. Suffice to say that my grandchildren (four, aged from 3-10) all loved it. This film is about the "magic" of Santa, coupled with the brilliant, slightly acerbic voice-over of Tom Hanks as the Conductor and some mesmerising roller-coaster experiences. It really should be made in 3D.
I note some comments about the film being scary. Pinocchio, Hansel & Gretel and Little Red Riding Hood are all more menacing than anything in this film. And if anyone thinks there's too much emphasis on the 'presents' the kids expect...... please tell me when they're going to stop giving presents to their kids at Christmas.