Summary

  • Elf's dialogue can be cringey and some lines are unnecessary, taking away from the deeper meaning of the film.
  • Will Ferrell's performance as Buddy the Elf is energetic but can be overwhelming, making it difficult to form an emotional connection with the character.
  • Buddy's backstory and the romance with Jovie have plot holes and uncomfortable elements that don't fully make sense in the context of the film.