One Hell of a Christmas

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  • R
  • 2002
  • 1 hr 35 min
  • 3.2  (332)

One Hell of a Christmas is a Danish action comedy movie released in 2002. The movie is directed by Shaky González and features Tolo Montana, Thure Lindhardt, Zlatko Buric, and many other actors. It has a run time of 95 minutes and is rated R for strong violence, language, and sexual content. The movie follows a pair of police officers, Nikolaj and Rasmussen, who are tasked with solving a string of violent crimes that start occurring before Christmas. The plot begins with a bank robbery during which one of the robbers is killed. Soon, a series of murders takes place across the city, each one gruesome and violent.

As Nikolaj and Rasmussen investigate the murders, they uncover a plot involving drugs, prostitution, and illegal arms dealing. They are led to a strip club owned by the gangster, Nick (played by Zlatko Buric), who is the mastermind behind these crimes. Nick is planning to create chaos in the city so that he can expand his criminal empire.

Nikolaj and Rasmussen work tirelessly to unravel Nick's plan, but they face many obstacles along the way. The police department is corrupt, and their boss is in Nick's pocket. They must also deal with a group of thugs and assassins hired by Nick, who are determined to put a stop to the duo's investigation.

Things take a turn for the worse when Nikolaj's girlfriend, Julie (played by Maiken Gravlund), is kidnapped by the gangsters. Nikolaj and Rasmussen must now not only solve the crimes but also save Julie and bring the criminals to justice.

The movie has a fast-paced plot with plenty of action and comedy. The characters are well-developed, and the actors deliver solid performances. The movie has a gritty and dark atmosphere, which adds to the tension and suspense.

The movie's humor is offbeat and irreverent, with many tongue-in-cheek references to the action genre. The dialogue is peppered with profanity and dark humor, which may not be suitable for all audiences. However, for those who enjoy their humor on the edgier side, the movie will not disappoint.

The movie's action sequences are well choreographed and filmed. The violence is graphic and visceral, which adds to the movie's gritty realism. Some of the action scenes are over-the-top and unrealistic, but this is all part of the movie's charm.

One of the movie's strengths is its use of music. The soundtrack includes a range of genres, from rock to rap to classical. The music sets the tone for each scene and is used to great effect in the movie's climactic scenes.

In conclusion, One Hell of a Christmas is an enjoyable action comedy movie that delivers on its promise of violence, humor, and mayhem. The movie's fast-paced plot, well-developed characters, and irreverent humor make it a must-see for fans of the action genre. However, due to its graphic violence and adult language, it may not be suitable for everyone.

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Description
  • Release Date
    2002
  • MPAA Rating
    R
  • Runtime
    1 hr 35 min
  • IMDB Rating
    3.2  (332)