Just in case you have been living on a desert island, The Snowman is based on the children’s book by author Raymond Briggs, which was first published in 1978. In 1982, the book was turned into a 26-minute-long animated movie by Dianne Jackson for Channel 4. It was first shown late on Christmas Eve in 1982 and proved an immediate success for the then fledgling channel. The film was nominated for the Academy Award for Animated Short Film in 1982.
The book, like the film, is wordless except for the song; Walking in The Air. The story is told through picture, action and music. The cartoon version was scored by Howard Blake who wrote both music and lyrics of the song and also composed and conducted the complete orchestral score for the film with his own orchestra, the Sinfonia of London.
So here again as a special treat, in its entirety, is the 26-minute-long cartoon; The Snowman…
The Snowman.
So, all that remains on behalf of everyone here at Jammy Toast, I would like to wish all our loyal readers a very Merry Christmas!
I hope you are having a good one, guys!
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Magical. Always takes me back to Christmases of old.
So reminds me of my childhood.
Only 364 days to go until Christmas!!
So sad when the snowman dies.
Absolutely love this.
The cartoon and effects were pretty good for their day.
My mum got me the book as a Christmas pressie when I was young. I still have it in my memory box.
That dose not sound like Aled Jones though.
That is because it is not. Although Aled Jones sang this song, in the original cartoon it was a choirboy called Peter Auty who sang it.
Believe it or not, I have never seen this wonderful film, but I do have the book! I must be living on a desert island…..
I must admit this brought a lump to my throat the first time I saw it. There is a version too where David Bowie introduces the video telling the story of how the snowman died.
Me Nan got me PlayStation pyjamas, I’ve never owned a PlayStation in my life.
Wonder if Jason Derulo says his own name when he’s shagging?
FAWLTY TOWERS:
Basil Fawlty: “My God, you’re ugly, aren’t you?”
Sybil Fawlty: “Basil?”
Sister: “I’ll… I’ll get the doctor.”
Basil Fawlty: “You need a plastic surgeon, dear, not a doctor.”
Me: I need some new friends.
New friend: Hi.
Me: Fuck off, ya weirdo!
Are you fucking kidding me, I’ve seen Easter Eggs in the shops today!
Christmas is sooo yesterday!
Everyone I LOVE YOU!!
I may have had a couple of Prosecco fuelled cocktails but I mean it I promise xx
Ate everything and ruined christmas and a would do it again.
HAHAHAHA BEEN A LONG SEASON ALREADY FELLA?
Judging by the pictures of people’s crimbo dinner yesterday some of ye Nans can’t see through their big fuckin milk bottle glasses and need their jaw breaking!
Merry Christmas everyone! We hope you all made the most of not the best situation this year! We love you all and wish you all the best for the new year!
A want to know who is not letting kids believe in Santa!
It appears to me that your Christmas was spiteful, while mine was delightful. Sorry.
Not to be soft on the main but I feel soft on the main.
I can’t wait to travel I’m doing it this year and I’d rather do it alone!
Get the Witch off the TL as if I already don’t feel like an ugly cunt!
God’s been on the brussel sprouts.
Who the fucks Tara?
We have seen another inch of fuckin’ rain in many places with storm Bella and there are still 2 severe fuckin’ flood warnings in England, numerous fuckin’ flood warnings across England, Wales and Scotland.
Dorothy Dumpling and I were weighed yesterday. She is 8 pounds and I am 10.2. I was surprised, I thought DD would be much more than that. I didn’t want to hurt her feelings so I kept quiet. Barbara was a bit worried about getting in the box so he will have to be done another time.
I ate too much.
A Christmas memoir.
Aunt Ethel, darling, all my thanks
For that delightful box of hanks,
And now, in haste to catch the post,
And hoping Uncle George is better,
I chose this rather hurried letter
With once again a thousand thanks
For that delightful box of hanks.
Father Christmas is a genocidal twat. Pass it on!
Already planning for a massive 2021 Xmas celebration…
Happy roast dinner day all — unless you are having turkey surprise? Have a great day all with what ever you choose to do — dad are I are getting ready for the late shift?
See you all later x
Rolf report 27 Dec
Cat vs. Human, round one. Yesterday, I was dropped off at campus & my English human started a 10 km training run. We had a competition to see who would get home first. The cat won. It was too cold & windy to stay out long & I preferred my home comforts.
Rolf x
People seem to think they can talk to me however they want and I’m expected to take it, but when I bite back I’m the bad one.
oaaooh ohagoooooo ooa ooooaoo haoaagoa hohhohoa ogaooahh
Last night we had howling winds & sideways rain. Today, all is calm but as a precaution I am staying in bed anyway. I will only venture out for my breakfast, elevenses & afternoon tea. Enjoy Snoozy Sunday friends you’ve earned it.
Someone open the bar!
Aerial displays scheduled today…
1pm – West Kirby Morrisons car park.
2pm – Moreton, Leasowe Common.
3pm – New Brighton dips.
4pm – Woodside Ferry Terminal.
Please remember to social distance and NO laser pens.
I’ve taken the unhealthy eating and bevying well too far this year Jesus Christ!!
A lot of people seem to think Christmas is over after Boxing Day. Well I’ve just eaten 3kg of cheese for breakfast and I beg to bloody differ.
Won’t be long before people start saying “Only another blah, blah days until Christmas..
Cunts.
The snowman song is actually really shit.
I’m about to scan this PS5 as a potato at Walmart!
Christmas killed me!!
In January it’ll be 4 years since I bailed the Kirkby ghetto for the Kirkdale projects.
Just when everything was going ok I find the dreaded words on the side of the box. Some assembly required. Batteries not included.
I’ve lost weight over Christmas and i haven’t got a hangover. Stitch that fatties!!
Lush has been out of bed for a whole hour…
A slug’s life is pretty bad. The only time they come out of their den is when it’s raining. So even their days out are depressing.
That period between Christmas and New Year, when you’re listless, skint, and don’t know what day it is… that is now extended to be the entire year.
Im opening the bar!
Mr Brown has just told me that today is Sunday.
Eating an Activia Yoghurt 3 days past its sell by date and people say I’m not mad.
I just had to stop Alexa from throwing herself off the table. I think she’s finally had enough of 7’s relentless questions.
As if it’s a Sunday?