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SSC 66: Scrooged (Donner, 1988)
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Length:
76 minutes
Released:
Dec 13, 2023
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Podcast episode
Description
Tim & Tay attempt to get in the holiday spirit with this discussion of Richard Donner's somewhat uneven Dickensian adaptation, Scrooged.SynopsisThis 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.NotesZero de ConduiteBetween Two FernsScene [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.RecommendationsTim: The Muppet Christmas Carol (Henson, 1992)—where to watchTay: The Abyss (4K Remaster) (Cameron, 1989)—where to watchFollow: SSC on Instagram Tim on Letterboxd
Released:
Dec 13, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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