
The Christmas Tree
Best from age 8 · G · 1969 · 110 min
The Christmas Tree
A millionaire tries to fulfill his young son's every wish after the boy is diagnosed with a terminal illness. With his girlfriend and war buddy, he creates special experiences, including bringing a Christmas tree to Corsica. The film explores love, sacrifice, and coping with loss during a difficult holiday season.
What's in it
0 = none · 10 = intenseViolence & peril
Mild1/10
Language
Mild1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
Mild2/10
Romance & sensuality
Mild1/10
Scary moments
Mild2/10
Heads up
- A child protagonist faces a terminal illness
- Emotional scenes related to loss and grief
- Some parental smoking/drinking depicted
Models well
- Unconditional love
- Parental devotion
- Making memories
Talk about it after
- Coping with illness and loss
- Finding joy in difficult times
- The importance of family
Cast & crew
Directed by: Terence Young

William Holden
Laurent Ségur

Virna Lisi
Catherine Graziani

Bourvil
Verdun

Brook Fuller
Pascal Ségur

Madeleine Damien
Marinette

Mario Feliciani
Doctor

Friedrich von Ledebur
Vernet

Georges Douking
Pet owner

Michel Thomass
Corsican friend

Jean-Pierre Castaldi
Motorcycle policeman

Yves Barsacq
Charlie Lebreton, pump attendant
France Daunic
Instructor