A Boy Called Christmas - Reviews

An ideal Christmas movie to watch as a family, this festive treat really will appeal to all generations.

Children will enjoy spotting the origins of many Christmas traditions, but what will stay with them is the message of kindness, courage...

Adventure, elves and home truths mingle in this big-hearted movie based on a Matt Haig children’s book.

...is by-the-numbers Yuletide storytelling buoyed by a strong Brit cast, inventive filmmaking and a heart in the right place.

The film feels like many great stories rolling into one big tale, and director Gil Kenan has dazzling visuals and colourful characters.

Det är ett fantasifullt barnäventyr av typen ”Den oändliga historien” och Harry Potter.

Det är alltid en kamp om de ska vara moderna och ironiska eller traditionsenliga och sprängfulla av mys. "Jakten på julen" lyckas kombinera båda.