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Did you ever think a charming tale about a pig could touch your heartstrings as a Christmas movie? Neither did I, but on this episode of Couch Critic, we take a look at the delightful film "Babe," which might surprise you with its tender storytelling and a fleeting holiday scene. Join me, Nathan, as I share my affection for this underappreciated gem that features James Cromwell as the kind-hearted Farmer Hoggett and the late Christine Cavanaugh as the voice behind the plucky piglet, Babe. Cavanaugh's voice acting prowess will leave you in awe, especially once you realize she's also the voice of Chuckie from Rugrats and Dexter from Dexter's Laboratory. With a whopping 48 piglets used on set, there's no shortage of fun facts to tickle your fancy, and we'll navigate through the charming yet slightly overlong narrative that makes this film a family favorite.
Now let's be real—when it comes to Christmas spirit, "Babe" offers merely a glimmer in one memorable scene, earning it a modest one-star holiday rating. Yet, this film's message of pursuing your dreams despite the odds is timeless, making it a five-star watch in my book. Tune in to hear why I believe this endearing story of a pig striving to find his place is worth your time, even outside the Yuletide context. And don’t miss the tantalizing hint about next episode’s movie mystery. Think you can guess what film our next quote comes from? Send us your guesses via the link in our show notes.