Fred Claus (2007) — Screenplay
A resentful older brother of Santa must save Christmas by helping at the North Pole while fixing his troubled life.
- Written by
- Dan Fogelman, Jessie Nelson
- Genre
- Comedy, Fantasy, Family
- Studio
- Warner Bros., Silver Pictures, David Dobkin Productions
- Length
- 116 pages
This comedy offers a fresh spin on holiday lore, blending family dysfunction with festive charm. Study its tonal balance—how it shifts from sharp sibling rivalry to warm reconciliation—and its use of a familiar myth to explore themes of envy and redemption, with witty dialogue and a clear character arc.
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