This sequel to the surreal holiday classic takes a bit of a different tack as a flagrant parody of Hallmark movies. The result is a mixed bag that feels like a much more straightforward horror-comedy than the experimental nature of the original. You can really only appreciate the subtleties if you've seen your share of cheesy Hallmark movies. That doesn't mean it isn't a hell of a lot of fun, and it pushes its demented premise to the max. I love how it plays with aspect ratios, especially the darker widescreen vibe versus the cheerful full frame effect, to convey the characters' state of mind. It's not as memorable or unsettling as the original, but it does succeed in being its own unique thing.
3 clumsy hunks out of 5
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