A Light in the Forest

A Light in the Forest

PG 2003 · 95 min · ★ 9.0 · Family

Britta, the new girl in school Highland, has reason to be jubilant this Christmas: Her sadness has served to invoke Holly Boy, the holiday spirit, waking him from his deep slumber imposed by a dark elf, King Otto. This sets off a battle earthly and supernatural fury that develop simultaneously. The Young Britta must face her fears and death defying aerial action in the holidays from school, while Holly Boy has to fight against the forces of evil. Both battles must escape to save their lives, school, and the sacred forest, although, in reality, what is really at stake is the Christmas and values.

Directed by John Carl Buechler · Written by John Carl Buechler

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Lindsay Wagner Penelope Audrey
Edward Albert King Otto / Ridgewell
Bernie Kopell Artemis Schnell
Frank Bonner Kimmel
Christian Oliver Gabriel Brown
Carol Lynley Gramma Irene
Danielle Nicolet Britta Rinegelt
Martin Klebba Boar (monster)
Kip King Lowell Hawkins

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