I Believe in Santa Claus
J'ai rencontré le Père Noël
“Santa's space-age adventure for everyone!”
Synopsis
All Simon wants for Christmas is his parents (who are being held captive by an African warlord) back. So, he and another student stowaway on a flight to Lapland to find Santa Claus. There they meet St. Nick as well as a Christmas Fairy and an evil Ogre.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 17, 2024
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christian Gion
- Screenplay & Story
- Didier Kaminka, Christian Gion
- Original Score
- Francis Lai
- Original Title
- J'ai rencontré le Père Noël
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christian Gion
Didier Kaminka, Christian Gion
Francis Lai
Jacques Assuérus
Pauline Leroy
Department Leadership Roster
Jacques Assuérus
Director of Photography
Francis Lai
Original Music Composer
Didier Kaminka
Writer
Christian Gion
Writer
Christian Gion
Director
Patrice Renault
Production Design
Pauline Leroy
Editor
Olga Pelletier
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About I Believe in Santa Claus
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What is I Believe in Santa Claus about?
All Simon wants for Christmas is his parents (who are being held captive by an African warlord) back. So, he and another student stowaway on a flight to Lapland to find Santa Claus. There they meet St. Nick as well as a Christmas Fairy and an evil Ogre.
Who directed I Believe in Santa Claus?
I Believe in Santa Claus was directed by Christian Gion.
Who stars in I Believe in Santa Claus?
The principal cast of I Believe in Santa Claus includes Karen Cheryl, Armand Meffre, Emeric Chapuis, Alexia Haudot, Jeanne Herviale.
When was I Believe in Santa Claus released and how long is it?
I Believe in Santa Claus was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 19m.
Who composed the musical score for I Believe in Santa Claus?
The original motion picture soundtrack for I Believe in Santa Claus was composed by Francis Lai.
What is the age rating and content advisory for I Believe in Santa Claus?
I Believe in Santa Claus holds official age classifications: FR: TP.