Just in time for the holiday season, the Emmy nominated animated special ANGELA’S CHRISTMAS is now available on DVD and digital download in the U.S. The half-hour holiday film is based on the popular and only children’s story from Pulitzer Prize-winning author Frank McCourt.
Netflix original short film, Angela’s Christmas is a new, family-favorite Christmas classic that celebrates the magic and generosity of the holiday season. Set in Ireland in the early 1900s, ANGELA’S CHRISTMAS is a funny, heart-warming and poignant story about the power of family and the innocent desire of a child to ensure everyone is safe, warm and loved at Christmas time. The film tells the story of six-year-old Angela, who – while attending mass on Christmas Eve – notices the statue of Baby Jesus lying in the manger. Worried that the underdressed statue will be cold in the cavernous church, Angela decides to “rescue” the statue and bring him home to warm him up.
The film stars Oscar-nominated Ruth Negga (Loving, Preacher) in the role of Angela’s mother, and Lucy O’Connell (Oscar nominated Song of the Sea) as Angela. The film is written by Will Collins (Song of the Sea, Wolfwalkers) and Damien O’Connor (Anya, Doc McStuffins), and directed by Damien O’Connor. Ellen McCourt, Frank’s widow, serves as an Executive Producer on the project and Malachy McCourt (Brewster’s Millions, The January Man, One Life to Live), an Irish-American actor, writer and politician, and Frank’s brother, provides the narration. ANGELA’S CHRISTMAS is produced by award-winning animation studio Brown Bag Films and distributed by 9 Story Distribution International.
The film also features an original song from 2x Grammy award-winner Dolores O’Riordan, the late singer of the hugely popular Irish band The Cranberries. The DVD release features a Making Of documentary which includes interviews with Ellen and Malachy McCourt.
Our thoughts: Angel’s Christmas is a beautiful tale that reminds us of the meaning of family, love and bringing comfort to those in need. It brings a few tears and lots of joy to see the togetherness even through hardship. It is a lesson I am proud to share with my youngsters and hope you will too!
Angel’s Christmas is available on digital (streaming) through Amazon.com, iTunes and Google Play. As well as on DVD in-store at Walmart and online through mass retailers.
Giveaway open to US/CAN only. Must be 18+ or have parents permission to enter. Only one entry per household allowed. Prizing and samples provided by Angela’s Christmas. Giveaway ends December 23, 2019. Visit Giveaway Terms & Conditions for additional details and rules.
I would share it with my cousin.
It is very important to remember the birth of Jesus!
I would share this with my husband and sons.
I would share this film with my grandchild.
I feel it’s important to know that we are celebrating the birth of Jesus on Christmas. Thanks!
I feel like it important to remember that it is about the birth of Jesus. And it is important to give back to others and spend time with family.
I would share this with my daughter.
I would watch with my family. Remember what this season is about – Jesus’s birth and to help others.
i would share this with my neice
Its important to remember family during the holidays and I would share this movie with my granddaughter!!
That we are really celebrating Jesus’s birth. Also to remember all of those who aren’t as fortunate as we.
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I would share this movie with my twins and my husband!
My toddler.
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My daughter would love to watch this movie.
I think it’s very easy to get caught up in everything around the Holidays, which is totally fine! However I do think it is important to remember how important family and friends are to you and to help those less fortunate whenever you have the chance.
Well right now, my oldest son is home from college. He likes to talk at night when I am ready to start winding down for bed. Even though he frustrates me (I swear he does it on purpose), I have to realize when he graduates in 2 years, he wont be coming home anymore
I think it is important to remember and help those in our community who are homeless.
I would share this with my kids.
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I would share this movie with my family.
I would love to watch this movie with my granddaughter I’m sure she would enjoy it very much, and would probably do the same thing and want to get baby jesus warm
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It’s important to remember we’re celebrating the birth of the Messiah.
My grandkids would love to see this movie!
to just except everything as it comes
I think it is always important to remember the less fortunate.
It is important to remember & help the less fortunate.
I would share this movie with my children and spouse.
everyone
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I’d like to watch this Christmas movie with my family.
It is better to give than to receive.
Such a cute story! I can’t wait to watch this with my kids.
I feel is important to remember that not everyone may have family to celebrate with. It’s always nice to include someone new in your celebration.
I would share this film with my husband and kids and friends if they want to watch it 🙂
People who help you all year, mailmen, garbage men, etc.
I would love to win this so I can watch it with our Samantha who is 5.