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Santa Claus Is a Stinker

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On a cold Christmas night in Paris, a group of workers from a charitable organization finds themselves at the center of an absurd and chaotic series of events. The plot kicks off when Félix, the scatterbrained director of the organization, and his partner, the puritanical and somewhat clumsy Thérèse, receive an unexpected visit from peculiar characters seeking refuge and a bit of holiday love. From a Santa Claus with serious personal problems to a woman desperately trying to find her absent lover, the situation quickly spirals out of control.

Amid misunderstandings, comically dramatic episodes, and a repertoire of craziness, the characters are pushed into increasingly surreal situations that defy any shred of common sense. As the night progresses, secrets, rivalries, and repressed desires come to light, revealing the fragility of human relationships amidst the festive madness.

The atmosphere becomes increasingly hilarious as interactions within the group reveal that, beneath the facade of the cheerful holiday smile, frustrations and longings are hidden. With a characteristic dark humor, this story leads us to reflect on loneliness during days that should be filled with joy and togetherness. A series of unfortunate yet comical events culminates in an unexpected ending that reminds everyone that Christmas, though chaotic, always has a surprising twist in store for those who dare to fully embrace it.

Media type
Movie
Year
1982
Director
Jean-Marie Poiré
Writer
Josiane Balasko
Marie-Anne Chazel
Christian Clavier
Gérard Jugnot
Thierry Lhermitte
Bruno Moynot
Jean-Marie Poiré
Rating
Service
Internet Movie Database
Rating
7.50
Actors
Gérard Jugnot
Thierry Lhermitte
Anémone
Christian Clavier
Marie-Anne Chazel
Josiane Balasko
Bruno Moynot
Martin Lamotte
Jacques François
Michel Blanc
Jeannette Batti
Pierre Belot
Suzanne Berthois
Bhime Souaré
Michel Bonnet
Jean-Claude Bouillaud
Jean-Pierre Clami
Jacques Disses
Josy Lafont
Roger Mabilat
Claire Magnin
François Rostain
Gérard Thirion
Jean-Pierre Darroussin
Pierre Eugène
Muriel Dubrule
Gender
Comedy
Country
France
Producers
Yves Rousset-Rouard
Original title
Le père Noël est une ordure
Duration
88
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