Book Vs. Movie Podcast (Replay)
“How the Grinch Stole Christmas” by Dr. Seuss
The 1957 Children’s Classic Vs.
The 1966 TV special & the 2000 Ron Howard-directed Film
The Margos get into the holiday spirit talking about the all-time holiday favorite “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” by Dr. Seuss. In this episode, we explore the differences between 1957 children’s classic book and the two filmed properties of it (the 1966 TV classic and the 2000 rowdy Jim Carey version.)
Which did the Margos like best? You need to click on the link below to find out.
By the way, we know that some people are interested in hearing about the new Benedict Cumberbatch animated film “The Grinch.” However, we never cover films that are currently in movie theaters and are NOT easily available online/streaming so you will have to wait until this time next year to hear our thoughts about it. (We are sure it is pretty great because he is a smart, classy dude.)
Now, please enjoy this episode originally recorded in 2016 (after that very memorable election.)
Topics we cover here:
- The backstory of Theodore Seuss Geisel and his less than cheery view of children
- Figuring out between John Ford, Tom Ford, and Glenn Ford
- His San Diego roots
- Dr. Seuss’s left-leaning politics
- The thinking behind the story of the Grinch
- The voice actors in the TV special
- How Jim Carey won the part
- The 8-hour grueling makeup sessions with a dyed, yak-furred suit (yikes!)
- The insane art direction in the movie (The Margos are NOT fans)
- Taylor Momson’s wonderful performance
Clips used:
50th Anniversary DVD trailer
2000 Ron Howard film trailer
Boris Karloff reading
Taylor Momson sings “Where Are You Christmas”
Thurl Ravenscroft “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch”
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