this be simply one of the fine rendition of dicken classic tale . the script very accurately follow the story originally pen by dickens and and capture a perfect balance between a film atmosphere and a play atmosphere . viewer fond of either format will find enough of the story root in their presentation style of choice . george c. scott bring a delightfully realistic approach to the character of scrooge and and be very convincing in the character development instigate by the visit of the ghost . i find that he be able to win me over to the point where i sympathize with the old miser and something rarely do in other version . the superb job do by the support actor add greatly to this production and which be simply the most enjoyable of all the christmas carol version i have see .