2/4  It's a bad one, Mr. Grinch!
O.k., i think i am the only disappointed in this movie. But first, let me say, yes some parts were funny, some hysterical; however, it was just really depressing seeing two actors that i extremely admire fall so far. For Will Ferrell, th... (read full)

3/4  Santa!!! I Know Him
I am watching this movie right now and it is August! This is one of the few Christmas movies that is good all year around. In my opinion, this is Will Ferrell at his best. You can't help but cheer for Buddy. This movie is everything th... (read full)

4/4  :)
Not only is that a hilarious Christmas movie that adults and kids alike can enjoy, but it also serves up some of the best movie quotes in recent years! I laughed throughout the entire film. Will Ferell is a comedy genous... this is by far ... (read full)

3.5/4  Hi this is Buddy the elf, whats you favorite color
I think Will Ferrell is one of the greatest comedians of our age. He is the best mix of both verbal and physical humor. This is a great holiday movie that has tons of humor. Bob Newhart brought a type of class to this movie as he has been... (read full)

3.5/4  Elf Quick Review
On of the best xmas flicks i've seen. I love Will Ferrell.

3/4  Elf Quick Review
A fun Will Ferrell comedy and one of the better Christmas-themed comedies to come out in ages. It's good for the kids, but adults will be entertained as well.

2.5/4  Elf Quick Review
I thought it looked stupid but then i saw a preview with the kids I babysat and we laughed hysterically. So I saw it and it was not bad.

4/4  Elf Quick Review
This is a great movie for Christmas and anytime. It is sweet, heartfelt and funny. This is one of Will Ferrell's greatest characters.

5/5 Charming and funny
  by David A. Smith (Webberville, Mi, USA)
Elf has to be one of will ferrell's best movies outside of blades of glory. this Christmas movie is fun for the whole family. i love this movie and so will you. I recommend this movie for everyone

5/5 awesome movie!!!!
  by Jonathan Doyle (Frederick)
this was the first movie my wife and i saw together on our very first date.
its a classic.. most people i know quote it around xmas time..

great acting, great plot, funnnnnny, and great value at what amazon has it priced at now.

if u have even rented it one time - and and were gonna rent it again - just buy it.
$4 a rental at blockbuster, or an average $3 per movie with netflix - at $8.50 at amazon, youll save money after the 2nd time u watch it!

5/5 Elf
  by The Northern Light (Europa, Close to Ultima Thule)
I guess with this kind of movie, you have to get into a cheerful state of mind before watching it, since it in all fairness is so embarrassing to watch at times you want to sink through the chair. The premise is easily enough explained, a human orphan baby; "Buddy", (probably not his real name originally, but you'll see why) crawls into Santa Claus' sack and returns to the North Pole with him. He is there adopted by an elderly elf in Santa's employ, and raised as an elf, among other elves. Naturally, since he grows up to be gigantic compared to his cohabitates, he in the end resolves (as so many adopted children) to find his true identity and his real father in the human world. He travels south, to New York City, where his father is a bitter workaholic publisher, not foreign to shortcuts in the world of business and neglectful of his wife and adolescent son. Buddy in full elf costume, seeks out his father (who doesn't know of his existence) and looks for his recognition and love. The twist is, that Buddy really believes he is an elf and is steeped in "elf culture" (sugar is the basis of all meals, making toys and Christmas is what life is all about and generally to be of good cheer no matter how life treats you, etc). This to say the least collides with the post-European society New York City has become, leading to hilarious situations. Ferrell does a wonderful enthusiastic elf that had me on the way to the floor at times with laughter. James Caan (the Jewish tough-guy in so many films) fills his role perfectly, as does the charming Zooey Deschanel. One could have wished for a better child actor than Buddy's half-brother, but that is the only minus I can find in the film. It is of course also quite sad to see how post-European the US is becoming, a city that was supposed to be the new York, has little that reminds one of that today and less every year.

Little more need to be said, it is a wonderful film for all the family about Christmas, the little that is left of it in this ironically most Jewish city in the world; New York City. The film itself has a very "Jewish feel" to it, but not really in any bad way, it is respectful of Christian celebration and treats it mostly nice, although it of course is a very childish portrait. 5 stars and really one of the few "family films" that can be enjoyed by the whole family, if one is able to just laugh for 1,5 hours in these troubled times.

4/5 Quick and easy
  by Clark S. Stanfill (Rexburg, ID)
This transaction was fast and easy. The DVD was shipped promptly and arrived in perfect using condition. And obviously, the movie is hilarious and clean.

5/5 Wonderful Movie
  by Brant Puttkammer (Woodbury, MN)
If you have seen Elf and are considering purchasing it on Blu-Ray you likely feel the same as I do. Blu-Ray of Elf is very clear and great sound. Will Ferrel is wonderful and this movie gets better each Christmas.