The movie world is forever trying to come up with magical family fantasies that will captivate audiences, but generally they just manage to create something hideously twee. Well, The Nutcracker In 3D seems like it’ll bo little to change things, as while the effects look pretty good, this trailer suggests a very generic story and rather sickly sweet attitude. However maybe it’ll turn out to be a 3D treat. The film is based on Tchaikovsky’s music and story of a nutcracker who comes to life and takes a girl (Elle Fanning) on a trip to a a magical Chistmassy world. However this fantastical kingdom is under threat from the evil rat king, and only the girl and the nutcracker may be able to stop him. Expect the movie in cinemas this Xmas, but click below for the trailer.