'Seasoned greetings' is what happens when the concept of the variety show is condensed into a mere 20 minutes. (Just think how much better 'The Star Wars Holiday Special' could have been if it were abridged to one-seventh its length!) I admire the clear talent of those offering musical contributions to this short (borrowing a bit from the exceptional 'Gold diggers of 1933' along the way), as well as the work that otherwise went into bringing this to fruition. The work of editing, costume design, hair and makeup, and set design is very well considered, and though brief and curt, the scene writing is very suitable to play its part. Moreover, there's simple but worthy cleverness peppered throughout the small story that the short has to offer.
I can't say I had high expectations before I started watching, but to my delight, this was more well made, and more fun, than I anticipated. One hardly need to out of their way for 'Seasoned greetings,' and it will only appeal to those viewers who already have an appreciation for old movies. Yet for all that, and some outright silliness, this is a pleasant way to spend 20 minutes.
I can't say I had high expectations before I started watching, but to my delight, this was more well made, and more fun, than I anticipated. One hardly need to out of their way for 'Seasoned greetings,' and it will only appeal to those viewers who already have an appreciation for old movies. Yet for all that, and some outright silliness, this is a pleasant way to spend 20 minutes.