The Gift of Love: A Christmas Story (1983) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained

Release, runtime and language

1983 · 96 mins · English

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Directed by

Delbert Mann

Starring

James Dodds, Angela Lansbury, Lee Remick, Michael Higgins, Alexander Harrington, Polly Holliday

Overwhelmed by a string of crises—the collapse of her family’s business and the death of her mother—Janet Broderick falls ill and slips into a deep sleep. In her dream she returns to her hometown, bringing her children to reunite with departed loved ones. A Christmas gathering with her cherished family may finally give her the strength and answers she needs to face her troubles.