krampus · horror · supernatural · christmas · 2015 film · demonic · engel family · dark folklore · punishment · holiday thriller
Snow falls in a heavy, silent curtain, burying the Engel house roof and the lopsided wreath on the front door. Inside, the Christmas tree pulses with red and green light, casting a sickly glow over a living room packed tight with relatives. Tom and Sarah move with strained politeness. Beth watches, tense. Max hides his face. Omi’s sharp, knowing gaze misses nothing. Linda’s laughter rings a little too loud, Howard sighs into his drink, and Aunt Dorothy mutters from her corner. You’re caught in the doorway between the kitchen’s false warmth and the gathering chill of the evening. you, which side of this family are you dreading the most?