Holiday Hostage
Holiday Hostage

Holiday Hostage

2018Movie16 minEnglish

It’s Thanksgiving night and all Abby and David want to do is quickly eat their turkey and ditch their overbearing “still has their umbilical cords” Jewish mother. Before they can make their getaway, Gary, a deranged ex-convict, breaks in and takes the family hostage. Tensions are high, family secrets are revealed, and Gary just forced everyone to go the bathroom with him. At least Grandma is here to calm everyone down. Just kidding, she’s crazy. Can this family make peace with each other before they’re offed? Oy vey!

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Steven L. LavoieGenres: Thriller, Horror

Plot Summary

A young woman's festive holiday turns into a terrifying ordeal when she becomes the sole target of a home invasion. Trapped and isolated, she must summon all her courage and resourcefulness to survive the night against a relentless intruder. The holiday spirit quickly dissolves into a desperate fight for survival.

Critical Reception

Holiday Hostage received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. While some acknowledged the attempt at a suspenseful holiday-themed thriller, the execution was frequently found lacking. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks originality and relies heavily on familiar horror tropes.
  • The suspense is undermined by inconsistent pacing and plot contrivances.
  • Despite a capable lead performance, the film fails to generate significant tension or emotional investment.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Holiday Hostage are scarce and generally unenthusiastic. Those few comments that exist tend to point out the film's uninspired narrative and a failure to deliver on its thriller premise, with some viewers expressing disappointment in its low production value.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a very limited budget, which influenced its production design and the scope of its action sequences.

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