Debbie Aspromonti, Hofstra University

What’s in store for the film’s follow-up? Perhaps a look back on the original can provide some context.

S. T. Perez, Texas A&M University, San Antonio

Underneath the catchy songs is a message about reaching out to others despite our differences.

Blair Krassen, The University of the Arts, Philadelphia

While there have been numerous films made about Santa Claus over the years, never before has there been a woman in the big red suit.