Down The Tubis: Modern Bad Xmass & Hanukkah Horror

Christmas is a time for joy, cheer, and... a good old dose of horrifying chaos? This delightful list of Christmas-themed horror flicks embraces the bizarre and campy side of the holiday spirit, and it's hard not to love them for their unabashed ridiculousness. Here’s a quick rundown of the festive nightmares on my list:

1. **Krampus Unleashed** - This movie brings the mythical Christmas demon to life with low-budget gusto, combining hilariously over-the-top gore with just the right amount of holiday fear. It’s the perfect reminder to behave—or else Krampus might come calling!

2. **Christmas Blood** - Think *Halloween*, but Santa’s the slasher! This Norwegian horror serves up chilling kills and snowy backdrops with an undeniable charm that makes you root for Santa... even as he hunts his victims.

3. **Hanukkah** - The token Hanukkah horror film! This rare gem takes a swing at blending Jewish culture with slasher tropes. Campy performances and creative kills make it a memorable addition to this holiday horror lineup.

4. **Christmassacre** - Just the title alone deserves an award. Featuring a Santa with an axe to grind (literally), this film goes all-in on cheesy kills and festive bloodshed, delivering exactly what you’d expect from a movie with such a perfect pun of a title.

5. **Silent Night** - A modern remake of the 1984 cult classic *Silent Night, Deadly Night*, this version doesn’t hold back on the gore or dark humor. It’s a wild ride with an unhinged Santa and a surprising amount of heart beneath the carnage.

6. **Christmas Cruelty!** - The ultimate "anti-holiday" movie, this Norwegian splatterfest is not for the faint of heart. It’s gritty, nasty, and completely unhinged, but it still manages to be entertaining in its unapologetic madness.

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These films may not win any Oscars, but they’ve got an undeniable charm that makes them perfect for a holiday horror marathon. Gather some friends, grab some eggnog, and prepare for laughs, screams, and maybe even a new holiday tradition of celebrating the darker side of Christmas!

-Lou Toad