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That Christmas' Richard Curtis Reflects on Past Films Needing More Diversity

Director Richard Curtis says he was focused on inclusivity with 'That Christmas' after past films 'could have and should have' done better

Creating a story where more viewers can see themselves reflected in the characters was certainly top of mind for Curtis when directing That Christmas — an animated film based on the fame director’s trilogy of children’s books. Netflix Succession ’s Brian Cox stars as Santa Claus in the film, alongside Love Actually ’s Bill Nighy, Fiona Shaw, Jodie Whittaker, Lolly Adefope, Alex Macqueen and more. “And in a way, my great joy is that I go these wonderful designers and movie makers to come up, spend time where we live, find the quintessential beauty in the beach and the lighthouse and the sort of look of the high street and to see this place, which I think is magical.”

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