They say that everyone is nicer at Christmas, but they certainly don't take that risk! They are monstrous, evil, or just plain… evil! These are the 5 most famous and, in a certain sense, beloved villains of the films to watch again during the holidays!
Like every year, the time has come to celebrate good feelings and family harmony. During the Christmas period, being nicer is a must, right? It is true that for every yin there is always a yang. So every Christmas hero self-respecting has its evil counterpart. You understood correctly: we are talking about bad! In particular, of 5 scariest and most famous nemesthe must-watches of December. Do you remember them all? Which one disturbed your sleep as children and which one have you re-evaluated today?
5 – I Gremlins (1984)
In 1984, Joe Dante e Chris Columbus they terrorized the town of Kingston Falls with one of the most beloved horror comedies of all time. Gremlins40 years after its release, is a cult destined to be an integral part of Christmas tradition for many years to come. It is precisely during the holidays, in fact, that the hordes of mogwai perfidious and aggressive give vent to their destructive fury. Do you want to transform the Christmas night in a surreal nightmare tinged with black humor? Here's a movie that never goes out of style!
4 – Bau Bau, Nightmare Before Christmas (1994)
The sworn enemy of Jack Skeleton in Nightmare Before Christmas is unquestionably entitled to a place in the rankings. Smell Smella name that clearly alludes to the so-called Black Manis nothing more than a worn potato sack filled with disgusting insects and reptiles. He lives in an underground lair in the Halloween countrywhere he cultivates his unhealthy passion for gambling. With the help of his three henchmen, kidnaps Santa Claus and is ready to kill him. But Jack will not only save the poor unfortunate man: he will put an end to Woof Woof's misdeeds by unrolling his shell. Ken Pagethe original voice actor of Bau Bau, died last October, at the age of 70.
4 – Hans Gruber, Die Hard: The Crystal Trap (1988)
We could discuss for hours whether or not it should be included Die Hard in the 'Christmas movie' category. The debate has been going on for decades, even among those who watch the film John McTiernan they participated. It's not up to us to give an answer. At the same time, we cannot help but celebrate Hans Gruber in this top 5. The ruthless German terrorist played by the late Alan Rickmanon the occasion of Christmas, decides to take an entire building hostage. His plot for steal $640 million in bonds, however, he will clash with the detective's courage John McClane (Bruce Willis). The rest is history…
2 – Harry and Marv: Home Alone (1990)
The scepter of criminals worst assorted and most ramshackle in the history of cinema deservedly goes to Harry (Joe Pesci) e Marv (Daniel Stern). The two, under the illusion of burgling the luxurious home of the family undisturbed McCallisterthey will be deceived by the little one Kevin (Macaulay Culkin): 8 years old and an incredible ingenuity. Even today, probably, many of us wonder how the unfortunate couple survived the painful pranks of the little boy in Mom, I missed the plane. Know that actors are tired of being asked this.Read also Home Alone, star of the film vents: “I always get the same question!”
Fun fact: Daniel Stern, 67, despite not having completely abandoned the world of entertainment, today dedicates himself mainly to his own farm and leads a bucolic life, raising livestock and growing mandarins. Don't you believe it? Take a look at his profile Instagram!
1 – Krampus, Christmas isn't always Christmas (2015)
Legend has it that the Krampus – mythological figure with demonic traits – accompany the arrival of Santa Claus. The horror comedy directed by Michael Dougherty recovers this folkloric religious tradition (especially widespread in German-speaking areas of Europe) and gives thrill-seekers the perfect Christmas film. The quiet family holidays Engel (led by Adam Scott e Toni Collette) are upset when the little one Max he unintentionally summons Krampus. The dark entity causes a snowstorm and begins to attack the frightened little family.
