Santa Claus: The Making of the Movie (TV 1985)

This behind-the-scenes documentary follows Team Salkind as they set out to bring Santa's "true" story to the screen. Dudley Moore (Patch) hosts; David Huddleston intros in character as Santa.

Directors:

Danny Huston, Iain Johnstone

Writer:

Iain Johnstone

Stars:

Ted Maynard, Dudley Moore, Ilya Salkind

Cast

Credited cast:
Ted Maynard	...	Narrator
Dudley Moore	...	Himself
Ilya Salkind	...	Himself

Storyline

This made-for-tv documentary treats comedy fans to a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Santa Claus: The Movie, a family film about a rebellious elf who leaves Santa's workshop to start up his own toy factory. Features interviews with star Dudley Moore (in character as the elf Patch) along with other members of the cast and crew of the film, who share their experiences from working on the project, as well as discuss the special efforts that went into bringing it all together.

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Plot Keywords:

elf | behind the scenes | santa claus | interview | film making | 

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Genres:

Documentary | Family

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Details

Country:

UK

Language:

English

Company Credits

Production Co:

Santa Claus Productions Limited

Technical Specs

Runtime:

50 min

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Connections

Features Santa Claus (1985)

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Soundtracks

"It's Christmas All Over the World"
Performed by Sheena Easton

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