Cannibal Claus
Cannibal Claus

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Cannibal Claus

2016
Movie
71 min
English

It's Christmas Eve and Santa is out and about spreading joy...with a hatchet and some BBQ skewers. Cannibal Claus is the modern tale of a mall Santa Claus who is down on his luck at Christmas time. Instead of staying in on Christmas Eve, he decides to go out and punish the naughty in this blood drenched, meat filled, cannibal feast! Watch if you dare, Cannibal Claus is guaranteed to leave you repulsed!

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Dan FrankGenres: Horror, Comedy

Plot Summary

A murderous Santa Claus, who is also a cannibal, goes on a rampage on Christmas Eve. He targets a group of teenagers who he believes have been naughty. This holiday slasher film combines gore with dark humor as Claus eliminates his victims in increasingly gruesome ways.

Critical Reception

Cannibal Claus is a low-budget independent horror film that garnered attention within its niche genre for its over-the-top gore and black comedy elements. It received mixed to positive reviews from horror enthusiasts, who often praised its commitment to its schlocky premise and creature effects, while critics outside of the genre found it gratuitous and lacking in substance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its unapologetic gore and darkly comedic tone.

  • Criticized by some for its low production values and predictable plot.

  • Seen as a fun, albeit messy, entry in the holiday horror subgenre.

Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce for this niche horror film, but those available generally acknowledge its intended shock value and humor, with many appreciating its B-movie charm.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around the director's hometown of Ocala, Florida, utilizing local talent and resources.

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