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'Dear Santa' Review: Jack Black Raises Hell for the Holidays
MovieWebStory by Matt Mahler
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Jack Black's new holiday hijinks get wild in 'Dear Santa,' a raunchy yet heartfelt comedy from the Farrelly brothers.
beat sheet
- Black steals the show as a down-on-his-luck dad desperate to score the must-have toy for his kids, even if it means taking drastic measures.
- The film struggles to find its audience, veering between cringe-worthy humor and a surprisingly touching family story - industry insiders are debating if it can find its niche.
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Jack Black, Farrelly brothers, 'Dear Santa'