Miracle on 34th street deaf girl

[@Markusewitz]

It's even more heartwarming when you know that the little girl didn't know that Sir Richard Attenborough will talk to her by signing. So her joyful reaction is real :-) !

[@RogueT-Rex8468]

dave4248 wait- THREE???

[@hannahflucker2268]

This is true! Read fact 6 😍thelistlove.com/10-miracle-on-34th-street-facts-to-read-right-now/

[@Action_Figure_King]

@dave4248 do you see the reaction in the mom's face, she is so touched she is at a loss for words. I still love the original, it's the one I grew up with.

[@darkcitydan]

😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@ronanchavez3455]

HOW DARE YOU TOUCH YOUR CHILD LIKE THAT

[@Richterdgf]

Ok, learning enough Sign Language to surprise a deaf child actress to both make her day and get a great reaction for a movie is pretty badass.

[@Sigma0283]

Unless Sir Richard Attenborough actually knew sign language.

[@samadams1408]

@@Sigma0283 Apparently he learned ASL in secret so the look of surprise on the girl's face is genuine.

[@TheWareek]

@@samadams1408 the sign (no pun intended) of a great man.

[@dartmaster501]

He spared no expense.

[@orwellianson]

@@dartmaster501 I understood that reference.

[@tyro244]

Sir Richard Attenborough was interviewed locally just before the 1994 release they had shown this clip and he talked about the great joy he conjured up by surprising this little girl by by actually signing with her. The moment he had read the script he decided to get a Sign Instructor.

[@tyro244]

Also, Mara Wilson is still a little cutie at 5'. The same height as my wife, who is also a little cutie. 😀

[@MegaSheen15]

I thought he’d already known it for years

[@jacechretin4597]

@@MegaSheen15 Oh he did. I actually spoke to Mara Wilson a month ago, apparently he did know sign language but certain words and gestures are different in the UK, so he did a little brush up while here in the US.

[@MegaSheen15]

@@jacechretin4597 incredible

[@jakkuwolfinsomnia8058]

@@jacechretin4597yes I learned British Sign Language in the UK (I’m British) and we have BSL which you could consider a different dialect to ASL. So there are some differences. I have a brother with deafness so I know BSL to communicate with him and ASL has some key differences. It’s lovely when you can communicate with others

[@Firebourn94]

Her smile when she realizes they can communicate warms my heart

[@amylee8969]

Even as a kid, I use to love watching this scene. It’s cute when he talks to the deaf girl

[@banjovy-b2m]

warms my heart and comes out my eyes....😂

[@GuukanKitsune]

It was genuine. She didn't know Richard Attenborough was going to start signing.

[@LPJack02]

RIP Richard Attenborough (August 29, 1923 - August 24, 2014), aged 90 You will be remembered as a legend.

[@toddsmitts]

He spared no expense.

[@MsTinkerbelle87]

@@toddsmitts I wasn’t crying now I am lol

[@arthouston7361]

I always liked him……..and he died on my birthday.

[@madskier50]

He was a good actor and a better director.

[@andrewtongue7084]

Yes, he will. My Mother knew him, & he was as portrayed - generous of spirit, & not unlike Father Christmas, full of mischief, Jack.

[@ChrisManley1994]

I'm convinced Richard Attenborough wasn't PLAYING Santa, he WAS Santa!

[@mikeredline27]

At after Edumd Gwen handed him the reins..

[@crusinscamp]

Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus

[@frankcabanski9409]

You're wrong. BTW, Christmas is about Christ. That's why it's not Santamas.

[@mikeredline27]

@@frankcabanski9409 no sorry. Your so-called Jesus Christ was not born during the winter, the Catholic Church took over people's lands told them they could keep the same saturnalia but they're going to call it Christmas instead. And unlike Jew boy, Santa speaks every language

[@jordinagel1184]

@@frankcabanski9409 that is entirely subjective nowadays. Christmas means different things to different people. You’re just being an ass about it by screaming at everyone that your version is the only right one and that theirs all suck.

[@Sigma0283]

This was a beautiful scene. In the original film, the little girl was Dutch and couldn't speak English. This was a nice homage to the original movie and also reinforced that no matter what nation Santa went to, he was fully capable of speaking any language to a child.

[@kingcamelot1395]

Santa's love knows no bounds, as they say.

[@eduardoflores1503]

Santa is Multilingual, change my mind.

[@lizzybethnj617]

Yes i cry every time

[@jennifersman7990]

Yes, very smart idea the writers had

[@Thommy2n]

Definitely touching scenes both times around. The first movie came out only 3 years after WWII. So she would have been an orphan due to Nazi war atrocities. No less touching in this remake, to be sure, deaf people are one part of the disabled community that have been cruelly treated throughout history. Every child deserves to be loved and spoken to with understanding and on their terms.

[@brianclancy5124]

As a father of a deaf daughter, this warms my heart!

[@orlandobabe]

Of course Santa knows ASL he speaks every language of the world.

[@plucas9324]

This is NOT ASL. It's a bastardization of ASL called signed exact English. Invented by hearing people to "fix" ASL to make it conform to English rules of grammar. Most culturally Deaf people HATE it. Just more hearing people thinking they know best.

[@TSKseattle]

He seems to hesitate before speaking to her though, as if he was magically learning sign language

[@barneydenstad2148]

@@TSKseattle Yes, I noticed this too.

[@jonrice457]

@@plucas9324 grow up. It's symbology. Growing culture and trying to make people more aware, during a time when people treated deaf people ignorantly such as you are doing, of people with disabilities are people as well. Just enjoy a scene in a movie giving a nod to deaf people. Not many in movies nowadays.

[@plucas9324]

@@jonrice457 ??? In what way am I treating anyone ignorantly? Santa is using a signing system which is not ASL. Hearing people took a perfectly good, complete language and bastardized it by changing the word order and adding a whole bunch of totally unnecessary signs to make it follow and conform to the rules of written English. That was my entire point. What if English speakers decided to do this to any other language--"fixing" German, for example, so that it follows written English's pattern of verb and adjective placement. Then English speakers could add a bunch of new, German-sounding words, and get rid of all the feminine and masculine articles. The result would NOT be German. Yes Santa is signing. But it's not ASL.

[@kenlyneham4105]

I helped Santa for a couple of years with a group of multicultural children. They were all lined up, waiting their turn to speak with Santa and as each arrived, I was told what ethnic group they came from and greeted them in their language. I speak phrases in ten languages and besides English, I speak two other languages as a second language. The look of amazement on the faces of the waiting children hearing Santa speak in so many different languages, stays with me today. This scene brought tears to my eyes.

[@ChrisPacheco-j9c]

Bless you.

[@wendyryder2708]

WOW! You’re AMAZING!!!!

[@annieberardino8732]

Imagine being that girls parent and seeing your child light up when Santa uses sign language, I’d be in tears!

[@argonwheatbelly637]

Santa Clause says, "Spare no expense." And he was right...

[@jeffcoat1959]

I guess as long as he didn't clone any pre-historic reindeer, everything's OK.

[@plucas9324]

Who is Santa Clause? The English teacher's Santa Claus?

[@stevenscottoddballz]

The movie The Santa Clause has mixed up SO many people. Santa doesn't have an "e" in his name.

[@annieberardino8732]

Any Santa who can’t even do that...isn’t worth their salt.

[@daddyshewey394]

Santa is not real

[@justkelly6992]

The little girl is a stunner and her smile bursting out is like the sun. Beautiful child, beautiful scene.

[@wambutu7679]

Holy crap, that was an amazing scene! You can almost see the Santa Character not knowing sign language. Then upon discovery that the girl was deaf, he seems to download sign language and begin to talk with her. Such subtle yet effective acting. Much to be admired.

[@brayjas222]

Ah...that is Santa's magic! Not that he knows everything, but that he knows it when he needs it.

[@TheWareek]

I was thinking something similar.

[@johntrevy1]

His business is to give gifts, this is just another gift.

[@jayrob121]

Deaf girl.... Santa's brain... "Deaf... I see... Bring up File D section 3 Page six.. Ah yes, here it is... Sign language"

[@PikaLink91]

To me it only makes sense. He is Santa, his job is to know what all kids want for Christmas, so it only makes sense he'd know all languages in the world incl sign language.

[@defbug]

As a deaf/hard of hearing dude, my class was watching this during our literature class at Alabama School for the Deaf, watching this scene put a big smile on my face, LOVE THIS MOVIE!!!!!🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟

[@ElCid48]

my aunt became deaf as an adult and learn to real lips. as a child I learn to speak to people face to face so they could understand me. one day at work a deaf person came in but noted to us that he can read lips and my boss would scream at him. I told him that he can read you lips better than hear your voice and it is bothering the others who could her. look at him face to face and talk.

[@frankgallacher9732]

Best scene in the whole movie.... although I can't confirm this to be truth or not but the girl is deaf in real life and that the late sir Richard Atenburgh learn those sign languages and did the scean in one take to get the perfect reaction from the little girl. .so her reaction is 100% real no acting.

[@sadlobster1]

I think she really was deaf

[@mrsaxobeat6208]

she really was deaf. she's my cousin

[@glenbard07]

@@mrsaxobeat6208 What is she up to now?

[@samadams1408]

She really is deaf and Sir Richard learned ASL in secret so he could sign to her. The look of surprise on her face is genuine.

[@samjeffries6192]

She really is deaf, he just learned to sign and got it right the first try she was surprised I love this scene!

[@ladynebulawolf4180]

This is why this miracle on 34th street movie will be one of my favorite Christmas movie. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@mikehughes4969]

I was vehemently opposed to a remake of Miracle on 34th Street and had no intention of seeing it in the theater, however my admittedly sentimental mother insisted the whole family go. My favorite scene in the original was Santa speaking dutch to the little girl, because of course Santa can speak any language. This scene alone convinced me that this was a loving tribute to the original.

[@mollycblaeser]

I have the same reaction!

[@LymanPhillips]

See? You should always listen to your mom.

[@sophieallen8523]

I just love the look of pure delight on that little girl's face when he started communicating with her in sign language. She clearly wasn't expecting him to be able to talk to her, which is very sad. It actually inspires me to learn sign language myself ❤️❤️

[@davediamond7228]

this scene was not rehearsed... Attenborough : “When I signed ‘What is your name?’ the surprise on her face was genuine,” he told the Los Angeles Times. “And after the scene, she signed ‘Thank you’ to me. Well, I was gone, I can tell you. That got me.”

[@tammiepage6489]

Personally, I think they should probably to be teaching sign language in schools when I was younger in the fifth grade I remember her teacher was teaching a sign language because we had some students that could not speak. That was deaf and I forgot how to use it but I remember so my teacher said they wish that they had a program You know like my boyfriends kids they said they really would love to learn sign language because sometimes you know especially my boyfriend daughter she works at a register in at Walmart and yeah she’s like you know said if somebody comes to her, you know she would love to know how to talk to them because I’ve seen videos where some people know some sign language like this I think they went to a McDonald’s or some like that And it was a deaf girl that came in there and hit the guy the register. He understood sign language and she said that she was so happy. Her mother said she was so happy that her daughter could actually communicate and order her own food and she was happy about that because he understood her he was speaking to her sign language. He said she wish more people knew how to do it and yeah that that makes your day where they would love to probably to order the own food, so if that, but it’s hard when they don’t know it.

[@marksheridan4421]

The original version with the little dutch girl, and this one are both truly heartwarming

[@pakoj68]

this scene always tears me up.

[@starsinger.9256]

Same here I can do Sign language but for me we have a Worker who is Deaf as well and we can communicate with him through signing not hard

[@ronanchavez3455]

HOW DARE TOUCH YOUR CHILD

[@PeachWookiee]

You aren’t alone. This scene always gets me too.

[@mikeredline27]

And hurt expression is genuine, she didn't rehearse with them at all they made sure to make it a complete surprise. When they found her she had never sat on Santa's lap before.. they made a whole big deal gave her on trailer gave her all sorts of things. But when it actually came time. sitting on Santa's lap with him signing..

[@Jeremy198123]

I haven’t seen this movies in DECADES! But is a great movie. I completely forgot about this part

[@jennifer_m.8613]

Best part of the movie, right here! So much more important than in the 1946 original when Santa speaks in Dutch to a displaced war orphan

[@JonShepard-x3d]

No, I think they both are great moments, a displaced war orphan who has lost her entire world and parents in a most horrific way is just if not more heart wrenching as a deaf girl's desire to see Santa and the fact that he could communicate with them in their own language gave each a moment of delight of not feeling alone. Your statement of the importance of a deaf girl while tragic in a way is far less than that of a war orphan.

[@johnfothergill1581]

That scene never ceases to bring a tear .

[@kevinburk7861]

I agree

[@dynajay4106]

This is the best scene because the little girl really is deaf. It's heartwarming to watch Richard Attenborough interact with her. He clearly spared no expense with his kindness. Always fills my heart with joy.

[@kjoseph8323]

Yes, truly spared no expense.

[@moonbear7496]

I see whatcha did there. haha

[@No1sonuk]

She apparently didn't know he was going to sign - the surprise/delight is genuine.

[@potedude]

From IMDB. Samantha Krieger played a deaf girl (Sami) in 'Miracle on 34th Street'... Richard Attenborough (Kriss Kringle) asked for her not to be rehearsed for their scene, so the surprise on her face when he signed to her, was her genuine reaction. Samantha is actually deaf and is one of three deaf siblings from deaf parents.

[@MrJuanito931228]

It is a universal feeling to want to be understood. Whether you speak a foreign language or have barriers to prevent you from speaking orally. It is a touching scene because most people don't understand sign language nor speak it except for a few people. Imagine how lonely it must been for her to be surrounded by people who she cannot understand nor understood. That's why this scene is so touching. She must have been sat with many mall santas but not one of them ever reached out to her like this one. It means she is heard and loved.

[@canadagirl408]

I always forget that, I'm deaf (with the smallest of small lowercase "d" and can hear okayish w/aids but they're not the best) and work in SpEd so I use it constantly and my friends use it all of the time even while saying the same word they're signing, I think it's just b/c I always assume everyone is at least bilingual in something (doesn't mean it's ASL), like I forget our ENL teachers don't have to actually know a foreign language

[@robbiemurderingminion2556]

Proof that sign language should be taught in every school and free tuition in every workforce that has contact with the public

[@jessicahillier727]

I totally agree. I am a music teacher and I teach basic Auslan to my students because it’s just useful for both the deaf/hard of hearing and hearing students. When my students are doing exactly what they’re supposed to be doing, making a very large amount of sound, I can still instruct student to pack up, sit down, come here etc without having to yell. It’s just a no-brainer. I’ve also seen it used by instructors at the pool asking for things across long distances, and it’s also helpful when you have to communicate something urgent when talking would be disrespectful such as during someone’s speech or performance. Not to mention that if everyone just speaks the language, then everyone can understand someone if that’s the only means of communication. 100% there with you mate.

[@carlvincent3462]

absolutely - i also dont know why it cant be standardised world wide with same grammar across all countries (ex spelling of course) - imagine a simple language everyone can spend a life time building proficiency in and able to be used by non def people who cannot otherwise communicate

[@jessicahillier727]

@@carlvincent3462 I reckon it’s difficult to standardise it in the same way you can’t really standardise spoken language. Everyone has their own culture attached to the language and that is important for communities. But just like people learn their communities spoken language, I think that their sign language should just be included:)

[@davidward5968]

I agree, or at least as a language option. I have learnt makaton as part of my job and one (not working) day I was in the queue at Mcdonald's and there was a delay because a young child was signing to make his order but the person with him didn't understand. He was getting upset, so was everyone else, which just upset him more. I offered my help (both verbally and signed). Immediately the boy calmed, got the chicken nuggets he wanted and everyone was happy to get their food. Bonus nice part was the manager gave my meal for free !

[@The_Bi-polar_Express]

100% right!

[@hellokitty0160]

This is the best part of the movie so touching R.I.P. Richard Attenborough

[@tomthompson4399]

The first time I saw this movie with my daughters, I just cried watching this scene. Such a cute, sweet little girl.

[@angelatownsend2417]

Every time I see this, I always get choked up. That little girl was precious!

[@jamesroy8232]

Hi Angela Oh yes she is so precious, I learned sign language so I could communicate with some kids years back I love and respect kids a lot

[@No1sonuk]

She apparently didn't know he was going to sign - the surprise/delight is genuine.

[@markdagostino9666]

I’m a tough old bird…but this scene brings tears to my eyes and a joy to my heart. Truly an unforgettable scene.

[@willhull1735]

Whoever doesn't cry at this part is heartless. Because it is the kindest part of the movie

[@whatseatontim918]

Gets me every time 🥲🥰🎅❤️❤️

[@midnightcarnivalmember]

It doesn't need to make you cry to be good. Just tugging at the heartstrings is enough.

[@adamg4754]

You can see the pain in his face when she tells him that she's deaf. Not because he feels sorry for her but that he feels she should get the same treatment as any other little boy or girl who believes in him 🎅

[@shrews12001]

Ok the scene made me cry and then this made me cry because that is EXACTLY what that expression was.

[@alyssajones4368]

Growing up, I had this movie on VHS and would always rewind it to this heartwarming scene. Then I saw the original film where Santa converses with the little Dutch girl in her native tongue 🌺

[@MrSteve280]

I put off watching this movie until only this past Christmas - I simply didn't expect it to be as good as the original. This scene stopped me in my tracks and is one of the most touching moments I've ever experienced. Samantha Krieger is simply stunning.

[@navymusician822]

that's cause this movie sucked the Edmund Gwynn movie is the only one worth watching- period.

[@SteveRogers0768]

The part that makes it better is that the actress is really deaf and she had no idea he was going to sign to her. In fact the actor went out of his way to practise so he could get it right on the first shot and surprise her even more, making her reaction and the entire conversation just so much more impactful. Not just as a movie moment, but as a real moment. To that little girl, in that moment, he may very well have been Santa Claus.

[@jennifersman7990]

@@navymusician822No No I disagree, the original is in a class by itself, yes. Not every remake hits it out of the park, this remake was good, Mara Wilson and Attenborough were excellent and I think it’ll continue to gain more fans each year.

[@kamanama3671]

My Brownie Troop in New Jersey was taken to the Helen Keller School in New York we were introduced to a group of girls our age some of which could couldn't see and some of which couldn't hear. But they could smile from ear-to-ear. We didn't know what to expect and it took a while to get adjusted but after a few minutes of not being sure what to do we figured it out. Part of me was really sad and part of me was really happy. It's been almost 50 years since I met those girls but that experience will stay with me for the rest of my life. I am truly grateful.

[@jackloveall7672]

One of my favorite movies and this scene was amazing! He was an amazing Santa.

[@danseymour1783]

this was richard attenborough's favorite filming moment of his entire career when hen saw the little girl's face light up once he started signing to her

[@dlhaney1973]

I am 50 years old, an I still believe in the spirit of SANTA CLAUSE. Mainly because, he represents the selflessness of what mankind should be, in that he gives to all deserving children. He is kind, generous, gracious, and everything that we should all aspire to be. Not only this, but he represents a special kind of magic, that children can believe in... even in a world that is ugly and horrible to be in. A child's innocence is something to be cherished and preserved as long as possible.

[@tempestates13]

I'm 44 and I still believe in Santa Claus and the Tooth Fairy. My boys said they know it was me and daddy who would the presents under the tree and money under their pillows and I would tell them "They were really busy and asked us to help them out.". They're teenagers now but I think they still believe.

[@mrlink206]

So, a Saint, then?

[@Laufield]

Wtf??? 😂😂😂😂😂

[@MadLFC]

True. The spirit of Santa Claus is more important than the reality of him. It's not about being a real person but having all children want to believe in something so pure and good that makes it important.

[@BoozyBeggar]

One of the few good remakes, let alone great. Both the old and the new are wonderful Christmas movies.

[@marcusgarza7765]

As a grown man, this scene always makes me cry. Sir Richard Attenborough brought us such joy with his films, especially this one. They couldn't have found a better to person play Santa. Thank you Sir Richard for your wonderful contributions. You are missed! 🎅🎄❤

[@Arcturus572]

I'm glad I'm not the only one. This scene, and the Dutch girl in the original, always hit me right in the feels...

[@dartmaster501]

Oh, they spared no expense.

[@jennifersman7990]

Yes, he was perfectly cast

[@davidroberts6108]

Dear all. Dickie Attenborough later went on to become Lord Attenborough, Baron of Attenborough. 😊 quite the accomplishment.

[@johnrobinson4445]

Bloody hell, I had no idea this scene existed. Now my heart is broken and overflowing at the same time. How beautiful that HE COULD TALK TO HER.

[@CrownOfLaurels426]

As the mom of a DHH kiddo, things like this always make me smile. My son's hearing loss isn't to the extent that he's completely deaf & doesn't need ASL to communicate but he does need hearing aids. Many of his friends use ASL though so he's semi-fluent at 16. We were at Wendy's a couple of years ago and when I came back from the bathroom an older couple was sitting at our table. At first I was like wtf but I realized they were signing with him. Turns out, they were DHH teachers passing through town. They saw his hearing aids and decided to strike up a conversation. They were so nice and my son got a kick out of it. He still talks about them now and then 😊

[@whatareyoulookingat908]

Amazing... they made a real impression that will be positively felt for years.

[@MrAwsomenoob]

Lol my little brother is hard of hearing and mentally deficient and he goes to the iowa school for the deaf and he HATES it when the family signs at him he says "No that's for school, not home!"

[@ericbrett3095]

Richard Attenborough has a heart of gold.

[@rkjessop]

The perfect clip that captures depth of emotion, contemplation, and loving, compassionate, joyful response expressed in the context of the Christmas message. This was not acting; it was an expression of the heart.

[@420allyear]

Whenever I need a good happy cry, I watch this video. And that's at least once a week. A prescription I've given to myself.

[@ogrehaslayers605]

I’m fluent in ASL, and he just told her to come visit Jurassic Park, that it is totally safe.

[@MrGman590]

Hm. Seems legit.

[@jenniferodonnell2394]

Free tickets?🦕🦖🐊

[@deanfranz]

I could have sworn he was signing "Isla Nublar" to her...

[@flukay72]

@@jenniferodonnell2394 coupon day

[@victorious276]

As long as the Velociraptors don't get loose!

[@cloudpanter2519]

The look he gives as the little girl says goodbye is so honest and sad at the same time. My eyes fill with tears at this scene

[@manuelvpr]

It is amazing that this guy directed one of the most wonderful movies of all time, Ghandi. He not only was a wonderful actor (this clip shows it) but also an amazing director, to direct such a historic, epic movie, that won so many Academy Awards. He and his brother, Sir David Attenborough were two of the finest gentleman that this world has seen.

[@marcusgarza7765]

Two of the greatest gifts to mankind that God put on Earth!

[@manuelvpr]

@@marcusgarza7765 indeed

[@sbarrow06]

Les Mayfield?!

[@Warped_view]

This is my first time ever seeing this scene and I can’t even express the feelings it brought and tears of happiness..

[@sun_chariot6141]

I am seeing this scene for the first time tonight. And I am now crying at how beautiful it is. ❤

[@meganmeyer2609]

My favorite scene! I can relate to this, I’m not deaf but I do wear hearing aids - makes me smile every time I see this. Thank you!

[@captaintrizer]

Beautiful. Its a shame our children can no longer sit on father Christmas or samta claus' lap these days like we did when we were kids. It was one of the magical parys of Christmas for me when i was that age. i once even went to finland and met a santa that spoke a ton of languages and his groto was travelled to on reindeer slay! Truly magical experience and my goodness did he look the part! #i believe! Lol

[@dragoninthewest1]

The feels and the Christmas spirit are strong.

[@vintastic9675]

I just love the way he says “Darling”…it’s filled with so much love n compassion

[@andrewtongue7084]

If this doesn't bring a tear to your eye, then you have no soul; interesting fact: The little girl was unaware that Attenborough was going to sign to her in this scene, so her surprise & delight were completely authentic - that's a heartwarming consideration, too.

[@0_dearghealach_083]

I remember watching this part, and I damn near cried. It's a beautiful film!

[@sadlobster1]

The scene from the original where Kris speaks to the Dutch girl WAS charming, no question. But not many people can communicate well with those who are deaf. So, seeing Kris do just that here was truly an inspiring moment. (Note: The child actress here actually WAS deaf, which makes the scene all the more amazing)

[@Abranime18]

WAS? You mean she’s not anymore or she is... 😱

[@sadlobster1]

@@Abranime18 The Dutch Girl scene is a great one but I think this scene is a bit better

[@drmayeda1930]

What year was this version released the original had the Dutch girl the 1974, with the late Sebastia Cabot was a Hispanic and this one deaf.

[@sadlobster1]

@@drmayeda1930 I think it was 1998

[@markvahlkamp5443]

You are all wrong. The 1947 version is superiored any remake.

[@biggtrux]

They way Attenburrough looks at the mom and then the little and then the mom again when she says he doesn't have to talk is sheer acting brilliance. So moving.

[@alwayspooh1588]

Damn! I am crying again!!!! This is such a lovely scene from a perfect film. Merry Christmas everyone.

[@theolamp5312]

I'm almost always prejudiced towards originals, but this is a beautiful scene.

[@harlharnisch3958]

There really is Santa Claus! And he certainly is a special person too! He loves all the children in the world no matter where they are from or their backgrounds either. Merry Christmas!🎅❤

[@Jenny-yr9yu]

Her reaction is just so cute !

[@No1sonuk]

She apparently didn't know he was going to sign - the surprise/delight is genuine.

[@ShyteKreek46]

I watched this movie for the first time this past New Year's Eve and this scene really got me. So heartwarming!!

[@traintrack3761]

ShyteKreek46 I know, right! Had me crying with joy. I know some sigh language myself

[@1angelicdemon1]

I needed this. Even with all the troubles of the world. Finding this video on KZbin in my recommendations means alot to me. It is from my childhood. My tears are streaming down my face as I am writing this. It's painful really. This is to be of de oldways. The compassion found within the hearts of mankind is truly of great wonders. Sometimes taking a step back and allow something wholesome in ones life does do a sense of justice to bring a sense of joy back. Once again thank you.

[@yamstar1johnson991]

Those darn ninjas are peeling onions again. What a wonderful update of this iconic scene from the original movie.

[@DrTenochtitlan]

Santa: "Little girl, would you like a dinosaur for Christmas?" Child: "Um... I'm good..."

[@jeffcoat1959]

Are you sure? Maybe a velociraptor or a T-rex? I spared no expense!! ROFL!

[@zioncommand]

A doll? And a bear? My dear you shall have both... *Back at Ingen Labs* Dr. Henry Wu: I call it, Indollminus Bear

[@RedHall]

Hard to tell whose day he made more: the girl or her mother.

[@tylerhanna5159]

I believe both

[@samjeffries6192]

@@tylerhanna5159 right

[@Bluemgwes]

My day would've been made as well if I could sign with a deaf girl like that and fill her heart with joy.

[@lukim2744]

Dude if I was just walking by and I saw santa signing to a deaf girl it would make my whole week.

[@arkisenn9895]

"A Miracle on 34th Street" has got to be one of the most underrated Christmas movies ever made. Both this version and the original film.

[@kennethmelnychuk9737]

She is so sweet, I hope that life turned out good for her now that she’s grown up. Kudos to Mr. Attenborough for learning ASL, an awesome way to portray his craft.

[@WhatDemocracy]

One of the most wholesome and heartwarming scenes in movie history. Especially the story behind it.

[@samanthahamer1763]

This is the reason I watch this film...it never fails to make me smile..and the spirit of Christmas is real again xxx Sammie is exquisite...and Father Christmas is absolutely the one I wish I could meet one day xxx

[@HummaKavula-DontVoteForStupid]

I’m so glad this popped up in my suggested videos. This clip totally made my day.

[@thebetaguy]

the one where he speaks dutch is neat too

[@cheowesley860]

Those invisible onion chopping ninjas struck again.

[@TheRetirednavy92]

everytime

[@dobbo1893]

My black belt was no match for those ninjas...I was slayed (sleighed)

[@OneFryShort4]

@@dobbo1893 I couldn’t escape those ninjas *sigh

[@celticguy197531]

fking ninjas ohh i hate them

[@barneydenstad2148]

Yeah, its warm here. But Im not sure the wetness around my eyes is just my sweating...

[@NikkiGRocks4Ever]

Thank you for posting this scene. It’s heartwarming.🎄😊

[@blank557]

I don't like remakes of classics, but I have to admit, that was a moving scene to cause me to tear up.

[@mariamcaleavey3444]

priceless precious time moment memory to keep.

[@starsinger.9256]

When is anyone ever going to stop watching this it’s so precious

[@Gypsy2057]

I love both the old and later versions of that movie.

[@ToeTag1968]

So precious! The comparable scene in the original movie with the Dutch girl is sweet, too.

[@chasepeeler9188]

I'll be honest, I never watched this movie as a kid. I was more the Claymation Christmas movies(Santa Claus is coming to town and Rudolph and Frosty's Christmas in July) growing up. Started watching random clips from those old movies when this popped up. I'm 34 and I'm just sitting here with this big doofy smile thinking 'This is why I love this time of year!'. Presents are fine but seeing the Light and Hope and Joy in people almost bursting out... It just makes me happy. And after some of the things I've dealt with this year I really needed that.

[@ghmmbeumer]

This is goodness in its purest form! Still crying

[@irenekotarac1346]

I watched this movie 2weeks ago, l have it on DVD but this part is my favourite! It's just is so touching, the young girl is adorable. I also adore Sir Richard Attenborough, talk about class & grace. Merry Christmas to all & God bless.🙏🌲🙏

[@creekerjk]

That was beautiful the most heartwarming moment I have ever seen

[@gbond]

I’m not crying I just got something in my eye. Crying😢 . The joy in the little girls face when he starts speaking to her is so heartwarming ❤❤

[@damotoneko1500]

This actually made me smile. These people knew how you pull of a real Santa.

[@turdferguson9923]

All that is good and wholesome in the world, is in the smile of a child. Many people these days forget that. If you have a son or daughter or any child in your life for that matter, appreciate them! And show them that you do!

[@Anaksunamen999]

I still love this version. I haven't seen the original yet but I don't mind...to me this was the original I grew up with and it is still fantastic to this day !!

[@johnmurphy7674]

In the original version, he talks to a Dutch girl. It makes sense since the movie takes place in 1947 and the Netherlands had been devastated because of the war. A very beautiful and emotional scene too.

[@mayboy128]

The acting at 0:11 and 1:45 is incredible and always makes me cry. Especially the look on his face and the emotions he conveys at 1:45 - pure compassion.

[@kensmith2285]

Knowing that this is a genuine reaction makes this scene so beautiful

[@4862cjc]

I have watched this beautiful scene at least a dozen times this past week! I have also read the marvelous comments about Richard Attenborough learning to sign for this scene! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone!

[@Anthintendo]

I just saw this movie for the first time today; the late Richard Attenborough melted my heart nearly the entire time.

[@dillionoshea7535]

He actually learned how to sign to her as well ❤️

[@johnnysoccer1983]

One of the few christmas movies I actually like, and for a good reason. This is an amazing movie.

[@cameoreneeburns6014]

I still like the old one better. Lots of people know sign language these days. In the old movie, Santa just so happened to know the Dutch language for a little dutch girl. She had been adopted by her American parents, but didn't know enough english, yet, to converse very effectively. Yet, Santa not only knew the little girl's native tongue, but was exceedingly fluent in it! I'm talking about the 1947 Miracle On 34rth Street. It stars Maureen O'Hara, John Payne, Natalie Wood, and Edmund Gwenn. The best one of ALL!!

[@theriddlers4630]

This still brings tears 😢 to me of the little girl but bless her and Richard he will never be forgotten 🙏 r I p

[@uftukel]

I was asked last night at a local Christmas parade who was the best Santa. I said Sir Richard Attenborough and referenced this scene. My favorite. This morning, this was at the top of my KZbin recommendations. I’m happy to see this but annoyed at my device listening. To coincidental and specific to be a coincidence.

[@jmurf67]

12 years ago... still kicks me right in the feels.

[@strwbrypop]

In a movie genre - Christmas - overflowing with touching scenes, this has to be the finest I've ever seen.

[@mollyoneye]

Ahhh Richard, such a fantastic actor, and what an amazing piece of acting, it was short but I was lost in this , he's brilliant just like his brother , very gentle

[@pascaleelliott63]

This is honeslty how I'd imagine Santa for anyone : regardless of their language, whether that be vocal or sign, he can still communicate with the children.