Watching movies as a family is a fun activity. For my 7-year-old son, if we pop some popcorn and give it the name “Family Movie Night,” it ramps up his enjoyment tenfold. We don’t take enough time as a family to celebrate, and since popping a little popcorn and taking 90 minutes to watch a kid movie feels like a celebration, I really should make an effort to do it more.
Kid movies, especially in the direct to DVD variety like Beethoven’s Christmas Adventure, are pretty formulaic, but that doesn’t mean that they aren’t going to entertain your family.
This movie includes the following predictable plot elements — parent whose work gets more attention than their children and evil criminals. Add a real-life Christmas elf who falls out of the sled, losing Santa’s magic toy bag, and a big slobbery Saint Bernard, and you’ve got elements that kids will enjoy.
In this movie Beethoven and the stray dog that tags along for this adventure can talk — sort of. You see, the elf is actually a stable elf who takes care of the reindeer and all animals at the North pole, so he is able to understand dogs. Hearing the dogs talk added a lot of humor and some heart to the movie, and I appreciated the way this plot twist was presented.
Watch the trailer or check out the Beethoven Movies Facebook page for more info.
Content Note: Some passing gas jokes (from dogs), and before the teen learns to “believe” he tells the Christmas Elf who has come straight from the North Pole that believing in Santa is kid stuff, but my 7-year-old didn’t blink an eye at that.
I have some great news. Two of you (U.S. shipping addresses only) will win this fun Family Movie Night pack to enjoy with your family this holiday season:
- Family Fun Night Popcorn Kit
- Beethoven’s Christmas Adventure DVD
- Plus FOUR other holiday DVDs from Universal
Just leave a comment if you’d like to win. The winners will be announced on December 11.
*Original post by 5 Minutes for Books Managing Editor and 5 Minutes for Mom contributor Jennifer Donovan. I received a Family Fun Night kit and DVD so that I could review. This review is subject to the terms in our disclosure policy.
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Brings back some childhood memories watching good old Beethoven movies.
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My children LOVE the Beethoven movies!
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I bet this is a good and funny movie to watch as a family.
We love Beethoven at our house but don’t own any of the movies. This would make a great Christmas gift for our young sons. thanks!
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When I was younger, I would watch Beethoven all the time. Those were great memories.
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I need this to complete my Beethoven movie collection. My saints and I watch together.
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Perfect for a snowy, holiday weekend (id only I remember to charge the battery on the DVD player).
Meanwhile, Happy Thanksgiving.
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My kids have enjoyed the previous Beethoven movies and I think they’d really love to watch this one. Please count me in to win.
I love Beethoven! I’m glad there’s a new movie out!
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This would be a great distraction for me and my four year old while my husband has 10 weeks of training. It’s going to be a long winter.
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Look at that cute boy! Miss him! We love movies and most of us love popcorn. Sounds like a fun night.
Our family just loves Beethoven, he always made us laugh so much.
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