Jack Frost
Jack Frost

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Jack Frost

1997
Movie
86 min
English

On his way to be executed, the vehicle containing notorious serial killer Jack Frost collides with a hazardous chemical truck, turning him into a snow covered mutant and unleashing him on the unsuspecting town of Snomonton.

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IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes23%
Google Users63%
Director: Michael KeatonGenres: Comedy, Drama, Family, Fantasy, Romance

Plot Summary

A year after his death, a father is reincarnated as a snowman to bond with his son. Jack Frost, a musician, dies in a car crash before Christmas. His son, Charlie, is devastated, and Jack's spirit returns in the form of a snowman on the first day of Christmas to help Charlie. As Jack learns to cope with his new form, he helps Charlie navigate the challenges of growing up and reconnects with his family.

Critical Reception

Jack Frost received generally negative reviews from critics, who found the film's premise and execution to be overly sentimental and lacking in originality. While some appreciated the heartwarming message and Michael Keaton's performance, the film was largely criticized for its predictable plot and uneven tone. Audiences, however, were more forgiving, embracing it as a heartwarming holiday movie.

What Reviewers Say

  • A saccharine and predictable holiday fantasy with a few moments of genuine warmth.

  • Michael Keaton's performance elevates an otherwise schmaltzy story.

  • Lacks the magic and originality of classic Christmas films.

Google audience: Google users largely found the film to be a heartwarming and emotional holiday movie, appreciating its themes of family and second chances. Some critics noted that while predictable, it succeeded in delivering a touching experience for families.

Fun Fact

The film was inspired by the song "Frosty the Snowman" and aims for a similar blend of fantasy and heartfelt emotion, though it takes a more dramatic turn with the father's death and resurrection.

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