New movie streaming on HBO Max written by Batavia native

A movie that takes place in the Chicago area and was written by a man from the suburbs is now streaming on HBO Max.

"8 Bit Christmas" is about a boy's quest to get a Nintendo Entertainment System.

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The main character is played by Neil Patrick Harris, who recounts his adventures.

It is written by Batavia native Kevin Jakubowski, who graduated from Fenwick High School in Oak Park.