The Nightmare Before Christmas
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- Synopsis
- This stop-motion animated fable was a big hit when it was released -- not only at the box office, but critically. It was praised for its stunning originality and for the excellence of its execution....
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- Starring
- Danny Elfman, Chris Sarandon, Catherine O'Hara, William Hickey, Glenn Shadix
- Director(s)
- Henry Selick
- Distributor(s)
- Buena Vista
- MPAA Rating
- PG
- Runtime
- 74 min.
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Critic Reviews
The New York Times | Janet MaslinAdd Critic to Favorites
This delectably ghoulish fairy tale, conceived by Mr. Burton as a full-length film made in stop-motion animation (think of the California Raisins on a dark and stormy night), has a clever visual format that keeps it streamlined and sharp.Read the full review
Variety | Todd McCarthyAdd Critic to Favorites
The dazzling techniques employed here create a striking look that's never been seen in such sustained form, making this a unique curio that will appeal to kids and film enthusiasts alike.Read the full review
Chicago Sun-Times | Roger EbertAdd Critic to Favorites
A feast for the eyes and the imagination.Read the full review
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97% The Nightmare Before Christmas
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80% The Nightmare Before Christmas 3-D
10/20/09 Tim Burton's beloved stop-motion-animation holiday horror returns from the grave in shocking 3-D. Originally released in 1993, its story concerns the residents of Halloween City, whose star performer, Jack (voiced by Chris Sarandon), is losing his enthusiasm for the big scare. | Rotten Tomatoes -
The Nightmare Before Christmas 3-D
10/18/09 Tim Burton's beloved stop-motion-animation holiday horror returns from the grave in shocking 3-D. Originally released in 1993, its story concerns the residents of Halloween City, whose star performer, Jack (voiced by Chris Sarandon), is losing his enthusiasm for the big scare. | Rotten Tomatoes -
Guest blogger: Weird '80s kids' movies ... and why we love them
08/28/09 But there are also those films that are just ... weird. | Pop Candy -
Interview: Henry Selick on "Coraline"
02/04/09 Moviefone A puppet is posed, the camera clicks a frame, then an ever so slightly different pose, and another click. | Independent Film Channel (IFC) -
Q&A: Neil Gaiman
01/27/09 British author Neil Gaiman is all too familiar with the rites of Hollywood, having co-scripted "Beowulf" and seen his own novel "Stardust" adapted for the big screen. | The Hollywood Reporter -
Gaspode Sees Neil Gaiman / Henry Selick's CORALINE!!
12/17/08 ...with what may be a first review (I don't recall seeing any other out there - apologies in advance if I'm wrong) of CORALINE - directed by THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS' Henry Selick, who also adapted Gaiman's work. | Ain't It Cool News

