Classic Holiday Movies - Silent Night, Bloody Night

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Silent Night, Bloody Night (1972) is a chilling blend of holiday cheer and gothic horror. The film opens with the mysterious death of Wilfred Butler, whose mansion becomes the focal point of a dark family secret. Years later, the property is up for sale during Christmas, but a series of gruesome murders begins to unfold, shrouded in eerie silence and snow. As the story progresses, the truth behind the killings is revealed through shocking twists involving an old asylum and long-buried sins. With its atmospheric cinematography, unsettling score, and a cast that includes Patrick O’Neal and Mary Woronov, this cult classic delivers a haunting contrast to traditional holiday fare—proving that even Christmas can turn deadly.