Rotten
The fact we care at all about the outcome is a testament to the actors, and only the actors. But buried beneath the Christmas clutter is a much better movie.
Peter Howell, Toronto Star
Krampus
You don't want to be on his list.
2015 · 1h 38m · PG-13
Comedy, Fantasy, Horror
Directed by
Michael Dougherty
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Krampus
Overview
When his dysfunctional family clashes over the holidays, young Max is disillusioned and turns his back on Christmas. Little does he know, this lack of festive spirit has unleashed the wrath of Krampus: a demonic force of ancient evil intent on punishing non-believers.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
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67%
Tomatometer
Fresh
It has enough personality and ambition that it could easily become an annual tradition for those who prefer "Silent Night, Deadly Night" to "It's a Wonderful Life."
Noel Murray, Los Angeles Times
Fresh
Although there are some amusing moments here and there and a couple of nicely effective scary bits, it is never quite as darkly funny nor as frightening as it would like to be ...
Peter Sobczynski, RogerEbert.com
Rotten
The movie sends mixed messages. It's hard, but gooey, too. Trick 'r Treat showed that Dougherty has a mean streak (with wit), but with Krampus, he's clearly been charged with delivering a wide-appeal PG-13 film.
Chuck Wilson, Village Voice
Rotten
Too many obnoxious relatives, evil critters and weak gags at the expense of fat kids and foul-mouthed old ladies.
Tom Huddleston, Time Out
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