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SSC 66: Scrooged (Donner, 1988)
Manage episode 389175707 series 2939689
Tim & Tay attempt to get in the holiday spirit with this discussion of Richard Donner's somewhat uneven Dickensian adaptation, Scrooged.
Synopsis
This modern-day, quasi-meta adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic "A Christmas Carol," tells the story of a cynical TV executive who undergoes a transformative journey of self-discovery during the holiday season.
Starring Bill Murray and Karen Allen, Scrooged was directed by Richard Donner and released Nov. 23, 1988.
Where to watch Scrooged.
Notes
Scene [18:05-24:20}
Working late the night before Christmas Eve, Frank encounters the fully formed ghostly presence of his old boss, Lou Hayward, who acts as a harbinger, warning Frank that he will be visited by 3 Christmas ghosts.
Recommendations
Tim: The Muppet Christmas Carol (Henson, 1992)—where to watch
Tay: The Abyss (4K Remaster) (Cameron, 1989)—where to watch
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Manage episode 389175707 series 2939689
Tim & Tay attempt to get in the holiday spirit with this discussion of Richard Donner's somewhat uneven Dickensian adaptation, Scrooged.
Synopsis
This modern-day, quasi-meta adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic "A Christmas Carol," tells the story of a cynical TV executive who undergoes a transformative journey of self-discovery during the holiday season.
Starring Bill Murray and Karen Allen, Scrooged was directed by Richard Donner and released Nov. 23, 1988.
Where to watch Scrooged.
Notes
Scene [18:05-24:20}
Working late the night before Christmas Eve, Frank encounters the fully formed ghostly presence of his old boss, Lou Hayward, who acts as a harbinger, warning Frank that he will be visited by 3 Christmas ghosts.
Recommendations
Tim: The Muppet Christmas Carol (Henson, 1992)—where to watch
Tay: The Abyss (4K Remaster) (Cameron, 1989)—where to watch
Follow:
85 episodes
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