Dial Code Santa Claus
Dial Code Santa Claus

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Dial Code Santa Claus

1990
Movie
88 min
French

Thomas de Frémont, a precocious child obsessed with action films, sets himself up for a terrifying Christmas Eve after he unwittingly makes contact with a deranged psychopath who claims he's Santa Claus.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Thierry PoiraudGenres: Horror, Thriller, Family

Plot Summary

On Christmas Eve, a young boy named Philippe, who is obsessed with horror movies, becomes convinced that the man breaking into his house is Santa Claus. Armed with his knowledge of horror tropes and a special homemade trap, he prepares to defend himself against the supposed intruder. However, as the night unfolds, Philippe realizes the situation is far more dangerous than he initially imagined, blurring the lines between his horror movie fantasies and a terrifying reality.

Critical Reception

Dial Code Santa Claus is a cult favorite among horror fans, often praised for its unique premise and surprisingly dark tone for a film featuring a child protagonist. While not a mainstream hit, it has gained a dedicated following over the years for its blend of childhood innocence and genuine suspense, offering a twisted take on the holiday season.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its innovative and dark premise, subverting typical holiday movie tropes.

  • Appreciated for its suspenseful atmosphere and effective use of a child's perspective in a horror setting.

  • Recognized as a unique cult film that offers a disturbing yet engaging viewing experience.

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Fun Fact

The film was directed by Thierry Poiraud, who later went on to direct episodes of popular French television series such as 'Engrenages' (Spiral).

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JPV852

JPV852

Fun killer Santa Claus horror-thriller that took a bit to get going (found the first 35-minutes to be a bit dull), but after that some truly suspense-filled scenes and hilarious moments with the kid going all out on Claus. A mish-mash of Ho...

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