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  • Starring: Catherine O'Hara, Chris Sarandon, Danny Elfman, William Hickey
  • Summary: Now digitally restored and remastered with state-of-the-art technology, The Nightmare Before Christmas, is deeper, darker and more brilliant than ever just as Tim Burton originally envisioned it. Can Christmas be saved? Bored with the same old scare-and-scream routine, Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, longs to spread the joy of Christmas. But his merry mission puts Santa in jeopardy and creates a nightmare for good little boys and girls everywhere. (Walt Disney) Expand
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  1. This is a unique and unprecedented film. It will never be matched as far as artistic style and execution are concerned. It is a holiday classic that can be viewed both at Halloween and Christmas! So great. Seriously something else. The animation is simultaneously creepy and endearing. I don't exactly understand how something with this flavor can be produced. I don't need to know. It's great. It's not my favorite movie ever or anything, but it deserves universal acclaim. Expand
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  2. Visually beautiful, stunningly original, with some great music and some dark humor. Nightmare Before Christmas teaches kids great messages and brings some entertainment to adults also. I give this film 99%. Expand
    • 3 of 7 users said yes
  3. A stunningly imaginative stop-motion classic from Henry Selick and Tim Burton that's packed with unforgettable characters, catchy music, and holiday spirit. Expand
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