blowingfact on Instagram: "The 1994 remake of Miracle on 34th Street brought the classic tale of Santa Claus and Christmas magic to a new generation. A standout scene features Richard Attenborough as Santa and a young girl named Samantha Krieger, who was completely deaf in real life. This adds depth to the emotional moment where Samantha’s character hesitantly approaches Santa, unsure if he’ll understand her. In a beautiful twist, Attenborough had prepared to use sign language, unbeknownst to Sa

Deaf actress Samantha Krieger shared one of the most unforgettable moments in Miracle on 34th Street (1994) when she met Santa on screen. During filming, Richard Attenborough suddenly began using sign language while speaking to her, something she didn’t know he could do. Her surprised smile and emotional reaction were completely real, not acting. The unscripted authenticity of that moment turned a simple scene into one of the film’s most heartfelt and memorable exchanges. | History In Pictures