When it comes to Christmas there have been many stories to capture the festive season on a celluloid format. From A Christmas Carol to It’s a Wonderful Life the spirit of Christmas has been interpreted in a number of ways in the entertainment world. Among the notable tales is none other than The Nutcracker. The story by ETA Hoffman plays a pivotal role for the holiday season as the tale is constantly told in numerous ways such as Marius Petipa’s iconic ballet and the numerous