409 Rankin & Bass's SANTA CLAUS IS COMIN' TO TOWN (1970)

The Cine-Files' Steve Morris and John Rocha continue their special three day deep dive into their favorite Rankin/Bass Christmas Specials with 1970's SANTA CLAUS IS COMIN' TO TOWN. Directed by Jules Bass and Arthur Rankin Jr. the special stars Fred Astaire S.D. Kluger/Narrator, Mickey Rooney as Kris Kringle/Santa Claus, Keenan Wynn as Winter Warlock, and Paul Frees as Burgermeister Meisterburger. Steve and John go scene by scene thru this wonderful special and explore why it endures and is a staple of Christmas for so many of us.If you haven't seen this incredible film you can buy or stream it right here: http://tiny.cc/50q2001Don’t forget to support The Cine-Files at https://www.patreon.com/TheCineFilesPurchase any film we feature at https://www.cine-files.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCineFilesPod/?ref=bookmarksThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by the following sponsors:BETTERHELP. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/CINEFILES and get on your way to being your best self. Check out BetterHelp : betterhelp.com/CINEFILESROSETTA STONE: Rosetta Stone uses cloud-based solutions to help all types of learners read, write, and speak more than 30 languages, including several endangered languages. Select a new language and start speaking today: www.rosettastone.comEXPRESS VPN:Check out https://www.expressvpn.com/cinefilesFUJI WATER: Check out FIJI Water : www.wonderful.comBADLANDS RANCH: If you want to experience smoother digestion, a boost of energy, and an overall healthier body go to roundhouseprovisions.com/CINEFILES for up to 44% off your regular-priced order plus a 90-day, money-back guarantee! Check out Badlands Ranch: badlandsranch.com/CINEFILESUNCOMMON GOODS: Discover unique gifts created by independent makers at Uncommon Goods. You'll find something for everyone you love—including you. Check them out at www.uncommongoods.comFOLLOW:Follow John Rocha: @therochasaysFollow Steve Morris: @srmorrisFollow us on Twitter @cine_filesFollow us on Instagram @thecinefilespodcastOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out ElevenReader and use my code PODCAST for a great deal: https://elevenreader.io* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/cinefiles for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Thompson Cigars and use my code CINEFILES for a great deal: https://thompsoncigar.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy