The Gift of Winter
Synopsis
Long, long ago the world didn't have any snow and winter was a time of wind, darkness and cold. One day a group of kids with a heartfelt cause to transform the season marched to the Ministry of Winter to persuade the all-powerful, icy-hearted Mr.Winter to use his magic and bestow the great gift of snowfall upon the world. It's a gift that makes the season full of wonder and joy, it is The Gift of Winter.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Leach, Isobel Jean Rankin
- Original Score
- Peter Rochon
- Original Title
- The Gift of Winter
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 24m
- Production Studios
- Leach & Rankin
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Leach, Isobel Jean Rankin
Peter Rochon
Department Leadership Roster
John Leach
Director
Isobel Jean Rankin
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all ages.
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What is The Gift of Winter about?
Long, long ago the world didn't have any snow and winter was a time of wind, darkness and cold. One day a group of kids with a heartfelt cause to transform the season marched to the Ministry of Winter to persuade the all-powerful, icy-hearted Mr.Winter to use his magic and bestow the great gift of snowfall upon the world. It's a gift that makes the season full of wonder and joy, it is The Gift of Winter.
Who directed The Gift of Winter?
The Gift of Winter was directed by John Leach, Isobel Jean Rankin.
Who stars in The Gift of Winter?
The principal cast of The Gift of Winter includes Gilda Radner, Dan Aykroyd, Valri Bromfield, Gerry Salsberg.
When was The Gift of Winter released and how long is it?
The Gift of Winter was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 24m.
Who composed the musical score for The Gift of Winter?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Gift of Winter was composed by Peter Rochon.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Gift of Winter?
The Gift of Winter holds official age classifications: CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.).