The Smurfs: A Christmas Carol -

Ultimately, Grouchy learns that the true gift of Christmas is the family that cares for him, and he wakes up a changed Smurf. Animation & Production

Critical and audience reception is generally positive, with a and an 87% Audience Score on Rotten Tomatoes . What Reviewers Liked: The Smurfs: A Christmas Carol

A unique highlight for many viewers is the visual style. While the short is bookended with the used in the 2011 feature film, the sequences featuring the ghosts transition into traditional 2D animation , serving as a nostalgic homage to the 1980s Saturday morning cartoon series. This blend was achieved through a collaboration between Sony Pictures Imageworks and Duck Studios. Review Perspectives Ultimately, Grouchy learns that the true gift of

: Brainy Smurf (Fred Armisen) shows him how his negative attitude dampens the joy of others. While the short is bookended with the used