The Christmas Tree
A story about a forming friendship between an elderly nun, Sister Anthony, and New York's Rockefeller Center's head landscape architect Richard Reilly, who wants to fell a tree she's been growing for decades and move it to New York for Christmas display.
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Plot Summary
A demonic Christmas tree, brought into a home by a grieving widower, begins to terrorize his family and friends. The tree, possessed by a malevolent spirit, manipulates and kills those who stand in its way, forcing the widower to confront his grief and the evil entity.
Critical Reception
The Christmas Tree (1996) is a low-budget horror film that has garnered a cult following for its unique premise and campy execution. While not critically acclaimed, it is often enjoyed by fans of unconventional holiday horror films.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its bizarre and memorable premise of a killer Christmas tree.
- Criticized for its low production values and inconsistent tone.
- Considered a 'so bad it's good' holiday horror movie by some viewers.
Google audience: Audience reception is mixed, with some finding the film entertainingly campy and others dismissing it as a poorly made horror flick. It has found a niche audience among those who appreciate unconventional or 'cheesy' holiday films.
Fun Fact
The film's unconventional premise of a demonic Christmas tree has led to it being featured in discussions and lists of unique or bizarre holiday horror movies.
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