
Jack Frost (1997)
Release Year: 1997
Nation: United States of America
Alternative Title: Jack Frost - Der eiskalte Killer, Tappajalumiukko, Maniakos hionanthropos, Jack Frost: terror en el hielo, Снеговик, Mördaren snögubbe
Director: Michael Cooney
Writer: Jeremy Paige, Michael Cooney
Production & Genre
Producer(s):
Companies: A-Pix Entertainment, Frost Bite Films Ltd., Moonstone Entertainment, Storyteller Films Ltd.
Genre: Christmas Film, Comedy, Comedy Film, Horror, Horror Film
Awards & Similar
Awards: N/A
Similar:
Keywords
Keywords: christmas, christmas time, holiday, serial killer, series of murders, small town, small town sheriff, snowman
Story
Jack Frost (Scott MacDonald), a notorious serial killer, is being transported to his execution. However, fate has other plans as their vehicle collides with a hazardous chemical truck. The accident causes Jack's body to absorb the chemicals, turning him into an immortal, snow-covered mutant. Now free and hungry for revenge, he unleashes terror on the unsuspecting small town of Snomonton during Christmas time.
Summary
Directed by Michael Cooney in 1997, 'Jack Frost' is a unique blend of horror and comedy set against the backdrop of Christmas. Despite its classification as a Christmas film, it's far from your typical holiday fare due to its violent premise involving a serial killer. The film revolves around Jack Frost's vengeful rampage through Snomonton after he gains supernatural powers following a chemical accident.