Ernest Saves Christmas
Buena Vista Pictures Distribution | Release Date: November 11, 1988 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
44
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Mixed or average reviews based on 7 Critic Reviews
Positive:
1
Mixed:
5
Negative:
1
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63
Miami HeraldJuan Carlos Coto
This warmhearted yuletide comedy has enough slapstick and gags to keep the kids rolling in the aisles, and Mom and Dad entertained as well. [11 Nov 1988, p.C7]
60
EmpireMark Ellen
To say this is the best of the Ernest series is no great compliment, but there are enough knowing film jibes here, and ample seasonal tomfoolery, to keep a family in their seats. Read full review
50
The New York TimesCaryn James
The best that can be said for the film is that it leaves Ernest behind now and then to focus on Santa, who is played by Douglas Seale with sweetness, sincerity and an amazing amount of dignity, considering his surroundings. Read full review
50
TV Guide MagazineStaff (Not Credited)
A combination of fresh twists, worn cliches, and frenetic camerawork, this film offers a premise that adults may not subscribe to--namely, that even Santa gets old, tired, forgetful, and in need of replacement. Still, the character with a heart of gold aims to entertain the young set and generally hits his targets. Read full review
50
Chicago TribuneDave Kehr
Though Ernest barely exists apart from his trademark catch phrase (Kno- whut-I-mean?) and his propensity for waggling his nose in wide-angle lenses, Varney's energetic mugging is good for a few mild laughs. Read full review
50
Los Angeles TimesMichael Wilmington
Ernest Saves Christmas is an improvement on Ernest Goes to Camp, mostly because of Seale. But basically it's another TV ad, a chestnut roasting on an open fire, exploding in your face every so often with another Ya know what I mean? [15 Nov 1988, p.7]
25
Washington PostRita Kempley
It doesn't take extra-sensory perspiration, as Ernest would say, to realize this undertaking is dumber than jaywalking at the Indy 500. Read full review
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