Snowman (1982)

"The music perfectly complements the animation...this is a truly charming and heartwarming short film.  Ali Barclay, BBC Film Review
"If you are looking for a Christmas movie which you will return to each year, then look no further...  Richard Schuchardt, DVD Answers

Editor's Note Based on Raymond Briggs' enchanting picture book, "The Snowman" tells the story of a young boy, his snowman, and the fantastic evening they spend together when the snowman comes to life. Academy Award Nominee.

	Aled Jones - Voice Of
	David Bowie - Narrated By
	Dianne Jackson - Director
	Howard Blake - Original Music By
	John Coates - Producer
	Peter Auty - Voice Of
	Raymond Briggs - Writer

A young boy's snowman comes to life and escorts him on a fantasy dream visit to the North Pole. Entertainment Weekly
"...Expert pantomime and orchestral score....Shaggy charm..." -- Rating: A 12/18/1993 p.93

BFI Screen Online 8 of 10
Sweet and perhaps old-fashioned, The Snowman taps into the magical spirit of Christmas, and now seems almost as much a part of the season as sherry and mince pies. Alongside Aardman's Wallace and Gromit series, it is probably the most successful British example of family-oriented animation.