Before Christmas
Before Christmas

Before Christmas

2016Movie67 minSerbian

An orphan finds a family, old couple that has no children, day before Christmas. The twists and turns of this melodramatic comedy is inspired by timeless words of Branislav Nušić.

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IMDb4.4/10
Director: David R. EllisGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman finds herself trapped in a remote, snowbound cabin with a group of strangers during what seems like a Christmas celebration. As they try to survive the harsh conditions, a dark secret begins to unravel, turning their festive gathering into a terrifying ordeal. The situation escalates as they realize one of them may be responsible for their predicament, leading to paranoia and deadly consequences.

Critical Reception

Before Christmas received a largely negative reception from critics and audiences, with many pointing to its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and reliance on common horror tropes. The film struggled to find a significant audience and is often overlooked in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a derivative plot that offers little originality.
  • Characters are thinly written, making it difficult for audiences to connect with their plight.
  • The horror elements are often uninspired and fail to deliver genuine scares.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available often cite the film's lack of originality and poor execution as significant drawbacks.

Fun Fact

Despite its Christmas theme, the film was released in October, a common practice for horror films looking to capitalize on seasonal themes outside of their direct release date.

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