This 1947 original is far superior to the travesty-remake of 47 years later. It's the gift that keeps on giving, thanks in large part to Maureen O'Hara, John Payne, Edmund Gwenn, who won an Oscar for his Santa Claus performance, Macy's, New York City the writers, Director and a superb supporting cast. MO34th Street is one of the things my family and friends most look forward to every holiday season.