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Why 'Krampus' Is the Perfect Anti-Christmas Movie

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The 2015 cult classic 'Krampus' offers a deliciously dark antidote to the saccharine sweetness of the holiday season.
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  • Director Michael Dougherty calls 'Krampus' the 'anti-Christmas movie' - a twisted take on traditional yuletide cheer that embraces the season's sinister side.
  • With a box office haul of $42.7 million on a $15 million budget, 'Krampus' has since developed a devoted following among horror fans seeking an alternative to the usual Christmas schmaltz.
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