Film
The Origins of Christmas
1999 · 46m · Documentary
Trace the history of Christmas traditions from ancient pagan rites and the miracles of St. Nicholas to the emergence of department store Santas.
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Overview
A look into the origins of Christmas from its pagan beginnings, through its Christianisation, to the current incarnation as we know it today. The program discovers why holly, mistletoe, feasting and gift-giving have become synonymous with Christmas celebrations and examines various cultures' celebrations of the Christmas season.
Crew
- Maryvonne MicaleWriter · Director
- Kirk ShawProducer
- Todd WilliamsDirector of Photography
Details
- Release date
- August 14, 1999
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
- Runtime
- 46m
- Genres
- Documentary
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