+ intro and discussion. Michael Caine plays Ebenezer Scrooge in this Christmas comedy favourite that appeals across the generations. The exuberant Muppets take on Dickens’ characters, offering their own perspective on the Victorian story, with smart dialogue and music from Paul Williams. Something to enjoy every time… We will be presenting the full length version of this title at all screenings. This version includes the song When Love is Gone which was cut from the original theatrical release. We are pleased that the screening and discussion afterwards will be hosted by Lillian Crawford, freelance film and culture writer and co-host of Autism Through Cinema Podcast.
The Muppet Christmas Carol
Director: Brian Henson
©: Jim Henson Productions
Producers: Brian Henson, Martin G. Baker
Screenplay: Jerry Juhl
From the Novel by: Charles Dickens
Cast
Michael Caine (Ebenezer Scrooge)
Kermit the Frog (Bob Cratchit)
Rizzo the Rat (himself)
Miss Piggy (Emily Cratchit)
Fozzie Bear (Fozziwig)
USA 1992
86 mins
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BFI Southbank has been awarded the National Autistic Society’s Autism Friendly Award.
The next relaxed screening is:
THE HIDDEN FORTRESS (KAKUSHI TORIDE NO SAN-AKUNIN)
+ intro and discussion
Monday 30 January 2023 18:00 NFT3
Find out more at www.whatson.bfi.org.uk and bfi.org.uk/relaxed
Relaxed Screenings
Relaxed screenings are presented each month for
those in the neurodiverse community, their assistants and carers.
• Customers can select their seats when they arrive in the auditorium. You may sit with your family/friendship group or there are some single seats if you prefer.
• Please leave space between yourself and other groups and retain your selected seats for the duration of the performance if possible.
• We encourage you to wear a face covering if you are able to.
• You are welcome to take refreshments into the auditorium but no hot food please.
• Doors will open 30 minutes before the screening.
• No trailers will be shown.
• The programme will be introduced.
• Our house lights will remain on a low level throughout the screening, and the volume will be turned slightly down.
• You will be able to leave the auditorium and return during the screening.
• There will be a quiet space to use if you need to leave the auditorium.
• We understand you may make some noise.
• Please ask us if you need help.