Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas (1977)
Directed by Jim Henson
Genres - Action, Adventure, Music, Comedy |
Sub-Genres - Animal Picture, Holiday Film |
Release Date - Jul 22, 1977 (USA - Unknown) |
Run Time - 60 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - NR
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Featuring a heart-warming story, the trademark Jim Henson wit, and beautiful songs, Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas originally aired as an HBO special. The story is a spin on the classic "Gift of the Magi," with the impoverished Emmet and his Ma each making a sacrifice in the hopes that it will help them win the yearly talent show, and enough money to buy the other a Christmas gift. Purists, take note: There have been multiple edits of Emmet Otter released over the years, with minor but noticible changes to dialogue, and the addition/removal of scenes featuring Kermit the Frog.
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contest, country-music, folk-music, holiday, rock-music, talent
