The Naughty List
The Naughty List

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The Naughty List

2023
Movie
13 min
English

Short film created by the Sidemen.

Insights

IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users60%
Director: Mark RosmanGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A spoiled young boy, deemed too naughty for Christmas, finds himself on the wrong side of Santa's list. He must then embark on a journey to the North Pole to prove his worth and get back on the nice list before Christmas morning.

Critical Reception

The Naughty List received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, with many finding its humor and plot predictable. While some appreciated its family-friendly themes, others criticized its lack of originality and underdeveloped characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • A predictable holiday romp that offers little in the way of fresh holiday cheer.

  • While aimed at families, the film's humor and storyline are often too simplistic to engage.

  • Some viewers found the performances endearing, but they weren't enough to elevate the material.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a lighthearted, albeit uninspired, holiday movie. Many appreciated the family-friendly nature and the positive message about redemption, though a significant portion felt the story lacked creativity and was overly predictable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Utah, with much of the wintery North Pole scenes filmed using practical effects and sets to create a festive atmosphere.

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