Claymation Christmas Celebration
Claymation Christmas Celebration

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Claymation Christmas Celebration

1987
Movie
24 min
English

Herb and Rex, the Jurassic odd couple, guide a Christmas choral celebration in this Emmy Award-winning special, guest-starring the California Raisins! Segments feature the Three Wise Men, singing camels, ice-skating penguins, and the hilarious Paris Bellharmonic Orchestra.

Insights

IMDb7.4/10
Director: Will VintonGenres: Animation, Family, Holiday

Plot Summary

This holiday special features a claymation cast of characters presenting a variety of Christmas songs and skits. The show includes performances by the reindeers Rudolph and Frosty the Snowman, a claymation version of "The 12 Days of Christmas," and other festive segments. It's a whimsical and artistic celebration of the Christmas season through the unique medium of claymation.

Critical Reception

The 'Claymation Christmas Celebration' is widely regarded as a beloved holiday classic, praised for its innovative animation style and charming musical numbers. It is frequently cited as a nostalgic favorite for many who grew up watching it, and its unique artistic approach has earned it enduring appreciation.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique and visually distinctive claymation animation.

  • Applauded for its charming musical performances and holiday spirit.

  • Recognized as a memorable and nostalgic Christmas special.

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Fun Fact

The distinctive claymation style used in this special was developed by Will Vinton, who also pioneered the use of stop-motion clay animation in feature films and commercials.

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