The Passion of Scrooge (2018)
“Is this a film about Scrooge? About a composer’s life? An opera within an opera? The Passion of Scrooge blurs these lines between performance, documentary, and fiction, into a cinematic concert experience that’s seasoned with magical reality.”
- 62 min
- Music
4.0/10 (24 votes)
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Plot
"The Passion of Scrooge" embarks on a genre-defying journey, gracefully navigating the boundaries of performance, fiction, and documentary into a harmonious symphony of cinematic expression, peppered with dashes of enchanting realism. We delve into the life of composer Jon Deak, as he lends his creative genius to the timeless tale of Scrooge, refashioning it into a modern opera that warms the soul while bravely exploring the shadows within Scrooge that echo today's materialistic world.
The film shuns the traditional trappings of period costumes and set pieces, instead inviting audiences to immerse themselves in "A Christmas Carol" as if it were a radio play, flourishing within the boundless realm of imagination. To match the visions swirling in your mind, H. Paul Moon's roving camera deftly captures musicians morphing into the characters they perform, adding a unique layer to this timeless tale of haunted redemption that speaks to "us, every one."
In this riveting fusion of music, narrative and film, "The Passion of Scrooge" serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring relevance of Dickens' classic, and the transformative power of art in shedding light on our shared humanity.
Where to watch The Passion of Scrooge?
The Passion of Scrooge is a music movie featuring William Sharp and directed by H. Paul Moon.
It is possible to buy The Passion of Scrooge on Amazon Video.