Some films deserve a second chance.
2006’s Black Christmas isn’t just a slasher — it’s a chaotic, candy-coated fever dream of holiday horror. Critics hated it. Audiences dismissed it. But for those of us who stuck around, it became something else entirely: a seasonal tradition. It’s mean-spirited, absurd, and — in its own unhinged way — endlessly fun.
And yet… we can’t experience it the way it was meant to be seen.
Watch the Video
A Message to the Studios
To Lionsgate (who still hold the rights) and to boutique labels like Scream Factory, Arrow Video, Vinegar Syndrome, Severin — I have one thing to say: this movie deserves better.
Right now, the only Blu-ray available is region-coded, allegedly “unlocked” but still buried overseas with no accessible edition for U.S. collectors. Most of us are still stuck with aging DVDs that don’t do this film justice.
This isn’t just about resolution. It’s about preservation. Black Christmas (2006) is one of those films that feels destined for a critical reappraisal — and the first step is giving it a proper home video release that honors what it is: loud, grotesque, unapologetically bold holiday horror.
Why 4K Matters for Black Christmas
This movie thrives on excess:
- The colors. Those saturated reds and greens deserve to burn your eyes the way they were meant to.
- The practical effects. Say what you will about the plot, but the kills are gloriously nasty — and they’ve earned the sharpness and detail that 4K provides.
- The energy. It’s chaotic, yes. But in a world where horror keeps being polished to death, Black Christmas (2006) feels refreshingly raw.
A proper remaster could give this film the chance to be appreciated as the gonzo holiday nightmare it always wanted to be.
To Fellow Collectors
We know the value of physical media goes beyond convenience. It’s about owning history, about holding onto the strange, the misunderstood, the movies that streaming will bury and forget.
A Black Christmas (2006) 4K restoration isn’t just about upgrading a format. It’s about cementing this movie’s place in the horror canon — flaws and all.
Transcript Excerpt
“I don’t care what other people say about it. I love it. I think it’s great and I think everybody should watch it… As far as I know, the only Blu-ray that exists is region locked. I want one here in the States. But I think at this point, this movie deserves a full 4K restoration.”
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