Are you planning to watch the movie “Holidays” but wondering if it’s scary or not? Well, you’re not alone. As a horror movie enthusiast, I decided to watch it and share my thoughts with you.
The Premise:
“Holidays” is an anthology horror film that consists of eight different short films, each one based on a different holiday. The movie explores the dark side of holidays like Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Halloween, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve.
The Scare Factor:
Now coming to the main question – Is “Holidays” scary? Well, the answer is subjective.
Some stories are scarier than others while some are just bizarre. But overall, I would say that “Holidays” does have its fair share of jump scares and disturbing moments.
Valentine’s Day:
The first story in the movie is based on Valentine’s Day and it sets the tone for what’s to come. It revolves around a high school student who has a crush on her gym teacher and decides to take matters into her own hands. This story is creepy and unsettling.
St. Patrick’s Day:
The second story is based on St. Patrick’s Day and is one of the weirder ones in the movie. It involves a woman who wants to have a baby but discovers that her fertility doctor has some unusual methods.
Easter:
The third story is based on Easter and revolves around a little girl who believes that the Easter Bunny is real but soon discovers that he may not be as friendly as she thought.
Mother’s Day:
The fourth story is based on Mother’s day which tells us about a woman who wants nothing more than to be a mother but ends up adopting something that she may not be able to handle.
Father’s Day:
The fifth story is based on Father’s day which is about a daughter who receives a mysterious tape from her deceased father.
Halloween:
The sixth story is based on Halloween and is one of the scariest ones in the movie. It involves a woman who goes to a Halloween party and ends up in a cult that participates in human sacrifice.
Christmas:
The seventh story is based on Christmas and revolves around a man who wants to get his son the perfect Christmas present but ends up getting more than he bargained for.
New Year’s Eve:
The final story is based on New Year’s Eve and ties everything together. It’s not as scary as some of the other stories, but it does have its moments.
The Verdict:
So, is “Holidays” scary? Yes, it definitely has its moments.
Some stories are scarier than others, but overall, it’s an entertaining horror movie that’s worth watching if you’re a fan of the genre. Just be warned – some of the stories are not for the faint of heart.
- Pros:
- Entertaining anthology film
- Good mix of horror and humor
- Some genuinely scary moments
- Some stories are weaker than others
Cons:
In conclusion, “Holidays” is a decent horror movie that explores the dark side of holidays in its own unique way. If you’re looking for something different to watch this holiday season, give it a try.
