“Ebenezer” a lifeless adaptation of Dickens’ classic

Charles Dickens “A Christmas Carol” has been adapted for the screen so many times at this point one wonders what a new adaptation can possibly bring to the table. Unfortunately in the case of “Ebenezer” the answer is not much. Despite the presence of Johnny Depp (in his first major studio film in almost a decade) and the unique eye of Ti West behind the camera, “Ebenezer” is a lifeless, middle of the road adaptation. Sure it is a competently made film from a technical standpoint, but “Ebenezer” lacks any kind of fresh spin or emotional hook that would give an audience a reason to invest in the familiar material. It’s a pretty forgettable addition to the vast Christmas movie library.

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