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The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
Director: Henry Selick
Movie review
From Time Out Film Guide
A treat from Hollywood's most unlikely Midas: an original fairy tale, screenplay by Caroline Thompson from a story and characters created by Tim Burton, adapted by Michael McDowell and told in stop-motion animation with a lively score by Danny Elfman. Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King, is bored with his annual Halloween triumph. A chance visit to nearby Christmastown gives him an idea: he and his spooky friends will stand in for Santa this Christmas! This beautifully realised confection will delight grown-ups of all ages.Author: TCh
Cast & crew
Director: Henry Selick
Producer: Tim Burton, Denise Di Novi
Cast: Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon, Catherine O'Hara, William Hickey, Glenn Shadix full cast
Genre(s): Children's
Duration: 76 mins
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