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The Christmas Classic

Elizabeth travels to her childhood hometown to purchase the town’s aging ski resort on behalf of her future father-in-law. To her dismay, the resort’s owner, Randy, turns out to be her old classmate, who flat-out refuses to sell. Reluctantly and against her plans, Elizabeth ends up staying in town for Christmas, reuniting with her family. Her sister Lynn is determined to win the town’s annual ski race, the “Christmas Classic,” for the tenth time, but this year, Elizabeth is set on beating her sister. As the charm of her old hometown—and especially her former classmate Randy—begins to win her over, Elizabeth finds herself at a crossroads: back home awaits her wealthy but controlling fiancé, but could this be her chance for something real, for true love?

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The Huntsman: Winter’s War

Charlize Theron stars as the evil Queen Ravenna, who cruelly betrays her kind-hearted sister Freya, shattering her trust and freezing her heart against love. This heartbreak awakens Freya’s latent icy powers, transforming her into a formidable queen in her own right. The power struggle between the two sisters escalates into an all-out war.

Freya’s loyal warrior, the Huntsman Eric, takes to the battlefield alongside Sara, the only woman who has ever captured his heart. Eric must aid Freya in overcoming her sister, or the wicked Ravenna will seize the kingdom and rule it forever.

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A Christmas Carol

Scrooge (1984) is a television movie based on Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas tale A Christmas Carol. This version is especially known for George C. Scott’s strong and highly praised performance as Ebenezer Scrooge. The film stays faithful to Dickens’ original story, highlighting themes of Christmas spirit, moral lessons, and personal transformation.

Plot:
The movie is set in Victorian England and tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, an aging and cold-hearted businessman. Scrooge despises Christmas, viewing it as a wasteful festivity, and his heart is hardened against both the poor and his own family. On Christmas Eve, however, he receives unexpected visitors – first, the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley, and then three Christmas spirits (the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Yet to Come) who take him on a journey through his own life.

This journey reveals to Scrooge the mistakes of his past, the impact of his current actions on others, and the grim fate that awaits him if he does not change his ways. Through these encounters, Scrooge undergoes a profound inner transformation, learning about generosity, friendship, and the true meaning of Christmas.

Themes:
The central themes of the film are remorse, forgiveness, the possibility of change, and love for one’s fellow man. It illustrates how one person’s actions can affect others and that it is never too late to correct mistakes and become a better version of oneself.

Cast:
George C. Scott as Ebenezer Scrooge
David Warner as Bob Cratchit
Susannah York as Mrs. Cratchit
Frank Finlay as Jacob Marley

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The Nutcracker and the Magic Flute

The Nutcracker and the Magic Flute offers a new interpretation of the classic Nutcracker story. The film combines traditional ballet, fairy tales, and fantasy elements, while also incorporating musical moments, and is particularly aimed at families and children.
Plot:

The film’s main character is a young girl named Maria, who faces several challenges in the lead-up to Christmas. She longs for an escape from her everyday life and finds herself in a magical world, where she discovers that her toy, the Nutcracker, is actually a real prince who has been turned into a toy by the evil Mouse Queen’s curse. Along the way, Maria encounters magical creatures and embarks on an adventure in an enchanting world filled with danger and magic.

The story follows the traditional Nutcracker plot but introduces new elements, such as the magic flute, which plays a crucial role in the film’s storyline. The flute has special significance, helping Maria and the Nutcracker in their quest to save the kingdom and break the curse of the evil queen.
Themes:

The film highlights Christmas themes such as courage, friendship, love, and hope. Through the fantasy and fairy-tale world, the film brings the classic Nutcracker story to life, while adding exciting new elements and visually stunning animation. Music is a key part of the film, with beautiful musical performances that enhance its magical atmosphere.

The Nutcracker and the Magic Flute is a heartwarming and visually captivating animated film, perfect for the whole family to watch during the Christmas season.

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Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmas

Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas (Finnish: Mikki Hiiri – Olipa kerran joulu) is a 1999 Disney Christmas-themed animated film. It consists of three separate stories featuring beloved Disney characters such as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, and their families.

The film’s three stories:

“Donald Duck: Stuck on Christmas” – Donald Duck, Huey, Dewey, and Louie’s Christmas: Huey, Dewey, and Louie wish for Christmas to last forever. Their wish comes true, and they find themselves stuck in a timeless Christmas Day that repeats over and over again. Along the way, they learn what Christmas truly means—family, love, and togetherness.

“A Very Goofy Christmas” – Goofy and Max: Goofy’s son Max begins to doubt the existence of Santa Claus. Goofy tries his best to prove that Santa is real. This heartfelt and humorous story deals with belief, the bond between father and son, and the magic of Christmas.

“Mickey & Minnie’s Gift of the Magi” – Mickey and Minnie: Mickey and Minnie both want to buy each other the perfect Christmas gift, but they don’t have enough money. They each make significant sacrifices to obtain gifts for one another. This story is a retelling of O. Henry’s classic tale The Gift of the Magi and reflects the joy of giving at Christmas and the importance of love.

Themes:

The film addresses the fundamental values of Christmas, such as family, generosity, faith, and the true meaning of the holiday. It is filled with warmth and the characteristic humor of Disney animations, making it especially appealing to families and children.

Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas is a perfect choice for creating a festive atmosphere, and its heartfelt stories highlight the importance of togetherness and love during the Christmas season.

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Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You

The animated film is based on Mariah Carey’s Christmas song of the same name, which is one of the most popular Christmas songs of all time. The film is a Christmas-themed adventure aimed at families and children, with Mariah Carey serving as the narrator and producer.

The film tells the story of a young girl named Mariah, who dreams of getting a puppy for Christmas, specifically a fluffy puppy named Princess. However, her parents suggest that she must first prove she is responsible enough to take care of a pet. They give Mariah the task of taking care of a dog named Hank, who is rather wild and unruly. Along the way, Mariah learns important lessons about responsibility, love, and the meaning of wishes.

The film has a warm Christmas atmosphere, with friendship, family values, and of course, plenty of Christmas magic. It is a perfect movie for the whole family to watch, and with Mariah Carey’s iconic Christmas song playing in the background, it creates an especially festive mood

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The Search for Santa Paws

The Search for Santa Paws (Finnish: Joulukoira joulun jäljillä) is a 2010 American Christmas-themed family film. It is part of Disney’s popular Buddies movie series, which focuses on talking puppies.

The film tells the story of a dog named Paws, who is an important helper to Santa Claus. When Santa travels to New York to restore the Christmas spirit, he loses his memory. Paws and other friends set out to find Santa, while trying to bring back the joy of Christmas and save the holiday. The film combines traditional Christmas themes, such as friendship, belief, and hope, and is especially aimed at families and children.

The film features a lot of Christmas atmosphere, magical elements, and charming adventures with dogs, making it a fitting choice to watch during the holiday season.

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Wonka

The movie tells the story of Willy Wonka’s youth before he became the genius of the chocolate industry. He has endless ideas and is determined to change the world one delicious bite at a time, while also proving that the best things in life start with a dream.

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Christmas Story

“Joulutarina” is a Finnish Christmas film released in 2007. The film was directed by Juha Wuolijoki. The story is set in a small Finnish village during Christmas and revolves around a family struggling to find the joy and meaning of Christmas amidst difficulties.

The main character in the film is Nikolas, a young boy whose parents have passed away. Nikolas lives with his grandmother and her daughter Luovi. The village is going through tough times, with many families facing financial difficulties. Nikolas decides to do something special by giving a gift to every child in the village for Christmas.

Nikolas embarks on a snowy journey towards the north, encountering various people and adventures along the way. He receives help from a mysterious character named Iisakki, who shows him the way to the magic of Christmas. Nikolas shares his gifts during his journey, bringing joy to everyone he meets.

The film’s atmosphere is warm and Christmassy, emphasizing community, generosity, and helping others. Watching “Joulutarina” has become a part of many Finnish families’ Christmas traditions, and it has received praise for its visual beauty, touching story, and atmospheric music.

Jussi Awards:
Best Cinematography: Mika Orasmaa
People’s Choice Award

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Ice Age

During the Ice Age, a stubborn mammoth with a tragic background joins forces with a hilarious sloth and a smart saber-toothed tiger to reunite a one-year-old baby with its hunter father.

Nb! We also have public screening rights to other Ice Age movies.