Load of rubbish!!

good back-story, and good acting

The story-telling is good with flashbacks.The film is both funny and heartbreaking. You smile in a scene and get a soulcrushing revelation in the next.

Exactly the movie you think it is, but not the movie you want it to be.

For kids who have grown up with Christmas animations such as Jim Carry's Grinch and A Christmas Carol, this classic animation may not appeal to them. But for those of us who grew up watching this program as well as A Charlie Brown's Christmas and A Christmas Story, this will definitely have sentimental value. The ranger represents every parent who tries to explain Santa Claus to their children and the cubs represent every child who wants to learn about Santa. Of course the parents know that Santa doesn't exist and the kids want to believe in him so the parents (in this case, the Ranger) will pretend Santa is real so as not to disappoint their children (the cubs). Where I live, this delightful animation is not shown anymore. The last time it was featured was 2004, if I recall correctly. But if anyone has the chance to watch it, I recommend that they give it a chance. And for those of us "baby-boomers", it will be a chance to relive our own childhood and remember a time when public celebrations of Christmas were not politically incorrect and how excited we all were every year during Christmas. And how much we liked this film when we watched it as kids!

I first saw this film with my Mum back in the 80's on VHS and was enchanted by its Christmas message and the story of Father Christmas. When I saw it was available on DVD a few years ago I couldn't believe my luck! It's now a family tradition for my family to sit down on Xmas eve and watch this wonderful movie every year. In an age where children lose their innocence at such a young age it's nice to be able to view a movie which captures the magic and joy of the Xmas season. A heartwarming tale that is sure to be enjoyed by children of all ages with a few musical numbers chucked in for good measure! Make this your family Xmas film now- you won't regret it!

Sweet holiday story of cute bear cubs 'Nakomi' and 'Chinook' who learn about Christmas, Santa Claus, and yuletide decorations from a Yellowstone National Park forest ranger much to the consternation of their nice Mom who is trying to hibernate for a couple of months.Cozy production, rich in color, with wintry atmosphere, lots of snow, and fireside warmth. Originally released with an introduction by actor Hal Smith ('Otis' on The Andy Griffith Show) whom also provides the voice of the park ranger. Other voices include Jean Vander Pyl ('Wilma' on The Flintstones) and actress Joyce Taylor.A Modern Sound Pictures film.

Sure, its syrupy in the extreme, but this holiday cartoon tale about two bear cubs awaiting Santa Claus on Christmas Eve is rather charming in its naiveté. Following a live-action prologue (which features two kids, a grandpa, and a really sleepy cat), this becomes a semi-musical animated treat with Jean Vander Pyl (Wilma Flintstone herself!) voicing Nana, the mother bear. She tries to get her cubs to hibernate, but they're too excited about seeing Saint Nick. This matinée item is geared strictly towards the under-10 crowd, though I found it simple and reassuring, if treacly. Tony Benedict co-directed from his own script (and also co-produced). Although it resembles a Hanna-Barbera offering, the movie is actually the product of Ellman Film Enterprises and Key Industries Ltd.