Overview"It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie" is a 2002 tv movie written by Tom Martin and Jim Lewis, directed by Kirk R. Thatcher and produced by Marty Garretson. It was aired on NBC and produced by The Jim Henson Company in a joint venture with NBC and the Canadian television business, Lions Gate Television. This joyful film features a star-studded cast together with the beloved Muppet characters, including Whoopi Goldberg, David Arquette, Joan Cusack, and the real-life performers behind the Muppets.
PlotThe movie is a holiday-themed feature from the Muppet franchise, drawing motivation from traditional vacation movies such as "It's a Wonderful Life" and "A Christmas Carol". The plot focuses on Kermit the Frog contemplating the value of his existence after a series of unfortunate events.
The story unfolds on Christmas Eve, where Kermit has a hard time to keep the Muppet theater afloat, plagued by a slew of mishaps and a callous bank representative, Rachel Bitterman (Joan Cusack), who aims to demolish the theater to develop a nightclub. When Kermit mistakenly believes his buddies would be much better off if he never ever existed, his guardian angel, Daniel (David Arquette), reveals him a vision of a world without him.
Occasions and ResolutionThroughout the vision, Kermit sees his pals in dire straits and understands that his presence is certainly crucial for the Muppet neighborhood. He gains from the parallel universe that Miss Piggy is a rude street artist, Fozzie is a pickpocket, Gonzo is depressed without his stunts, and Rowlf's piano bar closed after a feline food company suit. Understanding that he has actually made a substantial positive effect on his buddies' lives, Kermit returns to reality with restored determination to save the Muppet Theater.
However, due to the incidents earlier, Kermit thinks he missed out on the deadline to pay the theater's financial obligation and catches anguish. Unexpectedly, the owner of the bank gets here and fires Rachel Bitterman for hoax. He reveals that due to the distinction in time zones, they've missed out on the deadline by three minutes, prompting the Muppets and all their pals to commemorate conserving their precious theater.
Cast Performance and ReceptionThe performances in the movie are good with Joan Cusack's portrayal of the atrocious Rachel Bitterman being an emphasize. Kermit's character represented by Steve Whitmire, is heartwarming, reflective, and deep, while the eyebrow-raising humor, slapstick comedy, and musical numbers tie the story together.
The movie usually got favorable reviews, commending its nostalgic result on audiences who matured seeing the Muppets. The special blending of humankind and puppetry got appreciation, along with the innovative comedic method typical of Muppet productions. However, some critics mentioned that the storyline was lacking in originality by relying greatly on the plot of "It's a Wonderful Life".
Concluding ThoughtsRegardless of a couple of criticisms, "It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie" shows to be a joyful and easy going film, promoting the worths of relationship, perseverance, and self-worth. With its classic appeal and bittersweet undertones, it encapsulates the spirit of the holiday, making it a beneficial addition to the annual vacation motion picture line-up.
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