Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984)
Release Year: 1984
Nation: United States of America
Alternative Title: Sangriento Papá Noel, Silent Night, Deadly Night 1, Natal Sangrento, Noche de paz, noche de muerte, Jouluyö murhayö, Douce nuit, sanglante nuit, Natale di sangue, Silent Night, Deadly Night - Un Natale rosso sangue, Cicha noc, smierci noc, O Fatal Silêncio da Noite, Stille Nacht - Horror Nacht
Director: Charles E. Sellier Jr.
Writer: Michael Hickey, Paul Caimi
Summary
Silent Night, Deadly Night is a slasher horror film released in 1984, directed by Charles E. Sellier Jr. Set primarily during Christmas Eve, the movie explores themes of childhood trauma, mental instability, and revenge. It's notable for its controversial premise of a killer Santa Claus, as well as its excessive violence and gore. The film was heavily criticized upon release but has since gained a cult following among horror enthusiasts.