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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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