What is the role of the old man from a Christmas story?

The old man, like Santa Claus, is the bringer of gifts. He spreads joy among children.

If it's Santa Claus, he is jolly, fat, and has a long white beard. He wears a red suit and loves children.

The 'old man' in 'A Christmas Story' is the father. He's a rather gruff but loveable character. He has his quirks, like being obsessed with winning a major award which is a lamp in the shape of a woman's leg in a fishnet stocking. He often gets frustrated with the daily life and the antics of his family, especially during the Christmas season, but deep down he cares about his family a great deal.

There could be other old men in various Christmas stories. Maybe an old grandfather figure who passes on the traditions and stories of Christmas to the younger generations.

I don't know. You'd have to be more specific about which old man and which Christmas story you're referring to.

Well, in a Christmas story, the delivery man can symbolize the connection between the outside world and the Christmas celebration at home. He might be the person who brings in that special Christmas turkey or the last - minute decorations that make the house look festive. Also, his presence can show the community aspect of Christmas, as he is out there working during the holidays to ensure everyone gets what they need for their celebrations.

He could say 'Christmas, children, is not a date. It is a state of mind.' This quote emphasizes that Christmas is more than just a day on the calendar. Old men, with their years of experience, might tell this to younger generations to convey that the spirit of Christmas, like the stories associated with it, is about having a certain attitude of love, giving, and celebration all year round.

Another theme could be nostalgia. Since it's a story related to an old man during Christmas, it might be filled with memories of past Christmases, bringing a sense of longing for those times. It could also be about the spirit of giving. Fathers often play a role in teaching children about generosity during Christmas, so that could be a theme as well.

Well, the movie doesn't give an exact age for the old man. But from what we see, he seems to be in his late middle age, maybe around 55 or 60, judging by his looks and actions.

Well, the age of the old man isn't explicitly mentioned. But based on the description and his behavior, one could guess he was around 65 or older.