Comedy,Adventure,Family,Fantasy
United States of America
The Christmas Chronicles is a family-friendly adventure fantasy film directed by Clay Kaytis, and released by Netflix in 2018. The movie stars Kurt Russell as Santa Claus, with Darby Camp and Judah Lewis playing the young siblings who accidentally cause his sleigh to crash on Christmas Eve. Here are a few more details about the movie:
- The story begins with Kate and Teddy Pierce, siblings who have recently lost their father. Kate is a true believer in the magic of Christmas, while Teddy is more skeptical and dismissive. To catch Santa Claus in the act of delivering presents, they set up a camera in their living room on Christmas Eve.
- Late that night, they hear the sound of sleigh bells outside and rush to their rooftop to catch a glimpse of Santa and his reindeer. In the chaos, they climb into Santa's sleigh and end up causing it to crash.
- With Santa injured and the reindeer scattered, Kate and Teddy have to team up with the jolly old man to help him save Christmas. They embark on an adventure across Chicago, looking for the lost reindeer and the magical instrument that powers Santa's sleigh.
- Along the way, they encounter a group of tough elves who work in Santa's workshop, as well as a gang of thieves who try to steal Santa's magic bag of presents. The trio also get a chance to perform a rock concert in a jail cell and visit a mythical place called the "crossroads" where they confront their grief and loss.
- Kurt Russell's portrayal of Santa Claus is refreshingly different from the traditional depiction of the character. He's more sarcastic, rough around the edges, and has a bit of a wild streak. He even sings a couple of Christmas-themed rock songs in the style of Elvis Presley.
- The Christmas Chronicles is a heartfelt and fun movie that's perfect for families to watch together during the holiday season. It's not the most original or sophisticated film, but it's full of charm and energy. It also has a nice message about the importance of family, hope, and the power of believing in something magical.
