I Believe in Santa Claus
I Believe in Santa Claus

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I Believe in Santa Claus

1984
Movie
79 min
French

All Simon wants for Christmas is his parents (who are being held captive by an African warlord) back. So, he and another student stowaway on a flight to Lapland to find Santa Claus. There they meet St. Nick as well as a Christmas Fairy and an evil Ogre.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Jeff L. LiebermanGenres: Horror, Comedy

Plot Summary

A group of youngsters are targeted by a murderous Santa Claus and his demonic elf accomplice. The killers are seemingly unstoppable, leaving a trail of bodies and terror in their wake as they pursue their prey through a suburban neighborhood during the Christmas season. The film follows the desperate attempts of the survivors to evade and ultimately confront the terrifying duo.

Critical Reception

This film is largely considered a cult classic within the horror genre, particularly for its unconventional take on a holiday slasher. While not critically acclaimed upon its release, it has garnered a dedicated following over the years for its campy elements and unique premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a bizarrely comedic and gruesome take on the holiday slasher trope.

  • Features a memorable, albeit campy, villain in the form of a killer Santa.

  • Despite its low budget, it has achieved cult status among fans of offbeat horror.

Google audience: Audience reception is mixed, with some appreciating its campy horror elements and unique concept, while others find its execution to be rough and dated.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'Rattlers' and was intended to be about a group of people attacked by killer rattlesnakes, but the script was rewritten to feature a killer Santa Claus during production.

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