Well, it might be a third-person narrator who provides an objective view of the events. Or perhaps it's a first-person narrator, giving a more personal and intimate account.
A distinct voice is crucial. For example, if a narrator has a very deep or very high - pitched voice that stands out, like Morgan Freeman's voice which is deep and commanding, it can make the story more memorable. And if they can use their voice to create different emotions, like excitement or sadness, it helps children get more into the story.
Sure. It's very common. When the narrator is a character, it gives a unique view. We get to see the story through their eyes. They might be unreliable, like in 'Gone Girl' where the narrator twists the truth as she is part of the story and has her own motives. So, yes, a character can be the narrator.
Often, in the traditional Christmas story as told in the Bible, there is no one specific named narrator in the way we might think of in a modern story. However, the story has been passed down and retold by many people over time, including priests, storytellers, and parents to their children.
I'm not sure exactly who the narrator of 'A Christmas Story 2' is. It could be someone related to the production team or a professional narrator hired for the role. But I haven't come across any definite information on this.