Steal the Naughty List

This film is fantastic and will be a film my family and I will watch every year. The message is great and the film is truly hilarious and moving. I love the animation and the story of how it was made. This really is a unique masterpiece, one of a kind! I was in tears laughing at the nonstop jokes with impeccable comedic timing. The voice acting was phenomenal and I must say I personally love the fact that the guy from Hotel Transylvania is in this. I also was in tears from learning the true story of St. Nicholas. I was deeply moved and don't want to give it away but it is worth the watch whether you are a youngster or an oldster. I am so happy to see films like this come to life, we need more!

Great movie and superb animations Enjoyed watching it

Steal the Naughty List is a charming and adventurous animated holiday movie that offers a fresh twist on Christmas traditions The film follows the escapades of a mischievous group of children who team up with a quirky elf to steal Santas infamous Naughty List aiming to redeem their names before Christmas morning

Plot and Storyline

The story is a delightful mix of humor heart and holiday cheer The concept of infiltrating the North Poles archives to rewrite Christmas destiny is both creative and engaging The narrative balances slapstick comedy and touching moments exploring themes of redemption teamwork and self discovery

Animation and Visuals

The animation is vibrant and colorful capturing the magic of the North Pole with imaginative landscapes and whimsical character designs From the shimmering glow of Santas workshop to the icy mysterious vault housing the Naughty List every frame is a visual treat

Characters and Voice Acting

The characters are well rounded and relatable especially the lead whose journey from mischief to self awareness is heartfelt The elf sidekick steals the show with hilarious one liners and an endearing personality The voice acting is stellar bringing life to the characters and enhancing the movies emotional depth.

A story of Santa done right. The tone was a bit mature and some smaller kids won't be as entertained. The stop motion was wonderful, especially given the tiny budget. The landscaping could have used a little work, but the characters and textures were detailed nicely. The sporting events at the festival were very cute, the curling competition was particularly fun. The animation wasn't jerky and the movements were fluid and smooth.

There were definitely deeper tones that will go over children's heads, but it's simple enough for them to ask questions about, should they choose. And parents shouldn't have trouble with the answers. Nothing like sex or the current issues that have unfortunately become more prevalent in recent years. More mental health issues and why someone might be acting a certain way.

It was a humorous story of setting out on a mission for the wrong reasons and finally discovering the light, seeing the right reasons, and doing what's necessary to correct it.

You know those movies that both parents and kids can enjoy? The ones you don't mind watching on repeat because your kids love it? This is one of those movies. It's clever, witty, and has enough jokes that you have to see it several times to catch them all.

Also, with so many things relying on special effects and CGI, this 80's kid really appreciates this movie's stop motion animation. Brought back memories of the California Raisins, Rudolph, and the Claymation Christmas special.

Check it out for a fresh, fun evening for the whole family. It is sure to become a classic that will be added to your family's holiday rotation each Christmas.

At first sight, Steal the Naughty List looks like a generic stop motion Christmas adventure. Sure, it is that. However, it is also a profoundly, unapologetically hilarious work, with adult humor pushing the boundaries for what's acceptable in entertainment aimed at children, while not sacrificing the heart of the story.

You know, like a Christmas version of Regular Show.

The stop motion is quite good, very fluid and with diverse character models. It reminds me a bit of Buddy Thunderstruck, another series that also pushes boundaries in a similar way. The fact that it includes well anthropormorphised animals helps that comparison.

Overall a strong recommendation.