An American Carol News

David Zucker's Comedy 'American Carol' Welcomes Trailer

August 16, 2008 10:08:13

Providing a sneak peek into the upcoming comedy film from "Scary Movie 4" helmer David Zucker, Fox News has unveiled the trailer of political satire "An American Carol". It gives out glimpses to the original "Christmas Carol" spoof in which Ebenezer Scrooge is being replaced by Michael Malone, a cynical, anti-American documentary filmmaker.

Refusing to believe in the Fourth of July celebration, Malone is on a crusade to abolish the Independence Day holiday. But, he soon is forced to have his mind changed when he is visited by three ghosts of the past, including General George S. Patton and General George Washington, who are determined to make him realize the true meaning of America.

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Country Singer Trace Adkins Becoming Grim Reaper in 'American Carol'

April 02, 2008 12:04:44

The country star Trace Adkins is going to be a ghost in "An American Carol", the satire comedy version of Charles Dickens' classic novel "A Christmas Carol". According to Hollywood Reporter, the 46-year-old singer is going to portray the Spirit of Christmas Future, who is also known as the Grim Reaper.

By playing the Reaper, Adkins will be starring opposite the film's star Kelsey Grammer in the David Zucker's film. His character has been described as the one who help Grammer's character in avoiding a tragic end by using his musical talent. Aside from sharing the screen with Grammer, the "You're Gonna Miss This" hitmaker will also join Jon Voight, Leslie Nielsen and Dennis Hopper, who are set to make cameo appearance in the film.

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