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Christmas is supposed to be a time of joy, peace and goodwill. But for some folks in the small town of Bailey Downs, it turns into something much less festive.
On Christmas Eve, a malevolent spirit traps several people in a remote police station. Meanwhile, a group of teens unearths a terrifying creature in a snowy forest, and a desperate father resorts to a dark bargain to save his son. These intertwining stories reveal that not all holiday traditions are merry and bright, as ancient evils stir.
A Christmas Horror Story was met with generally positive reviews from critics and audiences, who praised its unique anthology format and blend of holiday cheer with genuine scares. Reviewers often highlighted the film's creative storytelling and strong performances, particularly William Shatner's memorable role.
A clever and spooky twist on holiday traditions.
Offers a fun and often effective blend of scares and dark humor.
The anthology structure keeps the film engaging with varied horror elements.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciate the film's creative approach to a Christmas horror film, enjoying the different storylines and the unexpected scares. Some viewers found the tonal shifts jarring, but most found it a fun and unique holiday watch.
William Shatner's character, 'DJ Dan', is inspired by real-life radio DJs and was written specifically for him, with the filmmakers hoping he would bring his unique charisma to the role.
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Wow, I did not enjoy that at all. Disjointed, not scary or funny, just a huge mess. One of the worst horror movies I have seen in a long time. I love anthology horrors, usually one or two of the stories don't work as well as the others, but...