WEREWOLF SANTA

Cinemavixion Review

Airell Anthony Hayles delivers a peculiar holiday offering with "WEREWOLF SANTA," a film that boldly blends festive cheer with lycanthropic horror. Set in a quaint seaside town, the narrative centers on Lucy, a budding YouTuber whose "Monster Hunter's" channel is struggling for traction. Her fortunes, and Christmas itself, take a sharp turn when she inadvertently captures footage of Santa Claus being attacked by a werewolf, only for jolly old Saint Nick to transform into a beast himself. What follows is a frantic Christmas Eve adventure as Lucy and her family attempt to salvage the holiday, armed with little more than a rusty ice skate and a comic book's worth of werewolf lore. While "WEREWOLF SANTA" certainly leans into its B-movie premise with a charmingly low-fi aesthetic, it also functions as a surprisingly earnest family drama. The film embraces its quirky nature, offering an alternative Christmas viewing experience for those seeking something beyond the traditional holiday fare. Despite its modest production values, the film's unique concept and commitment to its story make it a memorable, if unconventional, addition to the seasonal cinema landscape.