Set in New Zealand, “Nearly no Christmas” (prod. Dave Gibson, dir. Yvonne Mackay) revolves around the problems Santa and his helpers have one Christmas. Rumbletum, the boiler which drives the toy machines in Santa’s factory has broken down. However with the aid of a job and the local penguin colony, Santa makes sure of a full Christmas delivery. Written by John Banas. “Circus” is the story of Zane, a twelve year old boy and Nero his pet lion. They live and work together in Zane’s family circus. Produced by Heller Films Ltd.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
308821
Language
English
Audience classification
G
Subject categories
Childrens Films → Children 6-12
Childrens Films → Children's films - New Zealand
Literature → Christmas stories
Music & Performing Arts → Circus
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)