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The Christmas That Almost Wasn't

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1966 · 89 min Fantasy Family
2.9 / 10 · TMDB

Sam Whipple, an attorney in once-upon-a-time-land, is startled to receive a visit from Santa Claus shortly before Christmas. It seems that when he was a child, Sam wrote a letter thanking Santa for the presents he'd received, and offering to return the favor someday. That day is now - a mean old soul named Phineas Prune, who holds the deed to the North Pole, is demanding back rent. Otherwise, he's going to evict Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves and take all the Christmas toys. It's up to Sam and Santa to find a way to pay off Prune and prevent Christmas from being canceled.

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Original Title Il Natale che quasi non fu
Year 1966
Country Italy
Genre Fantasy, Family
Director Rossano Brazzi
Runtime 89 min.
Rating TMDB: 2.9/10 (31 votes)

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The film constructs a classic fairy-tale framework where childhood magic collides with adult bureaucratic hurdles. It relies on the contrast between the cynical world of legal contracts and the warm spirit of selflessness, exploring the theme of keeping one's word.

What lingers after viewing is a gentle, slightly naive tale with simple humor and a predictable yet cozy resolution, reminding us of the power of a promise kept. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Rossano Brazzi

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