Christmas Cracker (1963)

Christmas Cracker (1963) poster

Three separate sequences related to Christmas, animated in different styles: cutout animation of children dancing in the snow to "Jingle Bells," stop-motion animation of toys come to life, and cel animation of a man who seeks the ideal star to top his Christmas tree.

Director: Gerald Potterton, Norman McLaren, Grant Munro, Jeff Hale
Genre: Family, Animation, Comedy, Fantasy
Runtime: 9 min
Release Date:

Cast

Music: Eldon Rathburn, Maurice Blackburn
Production: Favorite Films of California, ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: No Language
Original Language: xx

Themes

Holiday Joy and Festive Comedies, Christmas and Holiday Warmth

Keywords

christmas, short film

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Christmas Cracker about?
Three separate sequences related to Christmas, animated in different styles: cutout animation of children dancing in the snow to "Jingle Bells," stop-motion animation of toys come to life, and cel animation of a man who seeks the ideal star to top his Christmas tree.
Who directed Christmas Cracker?
Christmas Cracker was directed by Gerald Potterton, Norman McLaren, Grant Munro, Jeff Hale.
Who stars in Christmas Cracker?
Christmas Cracker stars Grant Munro.
How long is Christmas Cracker?
Christmas Cracker has a runtime of 9m (9 minutes).
What genre is Christmas Cracker?
Christmas Cracker is a Family, Animation, Comedy, Fantasy film.
Where was Christmas Cracker produced?
Christmas Cracker was produced in Canada.
What are the themes of Christmas Cracker?
The themes of Christmas Cracker include: Holiday Joy and Festive Comedies, Christmas and Holiday Warmth.