# The Polar Express (2004)

> A skeptical boy boards a magical Christmas train whose North Pole adventure rekindles his faith in wonder.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/2993

## Facts

- Runtime: 100 min
- Genres: Adventure, Animation, Family, Fantasy
- Director: Robert Zemeckis
- Cast: Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis, Eddie Deezen, Nona Gaye, Peter Scolari, Michael Jeter, Josh Hutcherson, Daryl Sabara
- TMDB rating: 6.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0338348/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: simple
- Violence: none
- Mood: whimsical, dreamy, eerie, christmas eve, family movie night

## Synopsis

A magical train ride to the North Pole reveals the true spirit of Christmas and belief.

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- [Arthur Christmas (2011)](https://ember.film/movie/34512)
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