Synopsis/Details
Peter and Susan Biskins have it all. Modern house in the hills, plenty of money, great genes, and extravagant friends. Known for their killer parties, this Christmas Eve they are determined not to be outdone. With a widely accepted doomsday prediction nearing it's daunting deadline, the Biskins along with their peers decide to take matters into their own hands. As gifts are opened, lives are at stake. One by one the guests meet a grisly demise in a mix of sordid games, affairs, and tacky Christmas Sweaters. An inventive thrill ride crafted in 8 long takes, "Ugly Sweaters" is sure to be the Christmas movie everyone is talking about!
Story & Logistics
Story Type:
Escape
Story Situation:
All sacrificed for passion
Story Conclusion:
Surprise Twist
Linear Structure:
Linear
Moral Affections:
Flattery, Gluttony, Penitence, Punishment, Selfishness, Vice, Virtue
Cast Size:
Several
Locations:
Single
Special Effects:
Aerial image effects, Blood, Bullet time, Minor cgi, Other in-camera effects, Prosthetics, Significant pyrotechnics, Stunt rigs/wire systems
Characters
Lead Role Ages:
Female Middle Aged
Hero Type:
Anti-Hero
Villian Type:
Anti-Villian
Advanced
Subgenre:
Christmas
Action Elements:
Hand to Hand Combat, Physical Stunts, Weaponry
Equality & Diversity:
Diverse Cast
Life Topics:
Approaching Death, Mid-life Crisis/Middle Age, Near Death Experience
Time Period:
Contemporary times
Country:
United States of America (USA)
Time of Year:
Christmas Day
Relationship Topics:
Casual Monogamy, Dating, Wife-Open marriage
Writer Style:
Aaron Sorkin, Jean Luc-Godard, Terrence Malick
