De Familie Claus

If you're looking for a Christmas movie with all the polish of Hollywood then this may not be for you.

If you're listening to the dubbed English version then you'll find the voice acting falls a little flat sometimes. The storyline is cute, the backdrop and the settings along with the music are very cute but the story and execution is a little weak.

It hits all the expected plot points you'd look for in a Christmas movie (Family, reluctance and redemption) but it feels forced.

However it is easy to watch and a good bit of cheesy magic to pass the time during the festive season.

For a Dutch/Belgian production I found it a nice and warm Christmas movie.

The acting isn't special as well as the storyline.

But what stood really out was the surprisingly pleasantsoundtrack by the young and talented German composer Anne Kathrin Dern. It was very much reminding me of John Williams his music for Harry Potter and Home Alone, although it lacks thematic material to be in our collective memory.

This is a typical family XMas movie, especially for families with younger children. Beautifully made (lighting, photography, sets,...), but very predictable. Let's say it fits the Season. 😊

Not even Jan Decleir can raise the level of this movie. It has its funny moments, but all in all a forgettable movie. I've watched with my children and even they shared my opinion.

This film has all the right pieces of a Christmas movie, annoying kid learns a heartfelt message, but it's bland. The characters are expected and the budget obviously low. But, it's an easy watch.