RARE EXPORTS (2010) is a Rare Christmas Treat

In the depths of the Korvatunturi mountains, 486 meters deep, lies the closest ever guarded secret of the Christmas holiday. On Christmas Eve in Finland, Santa Claus is unearthed in an archaeological dig. Soon after, children start disappearing, leading a boy and his father to capture Santa, with the help of fellow hunters.

Very creepy in parts, but with a very enjoyable streak of black comedy, this movie is a must see. The fact it is primarily in Finnish with minimal English did not detract from my enjoyment of the film at all (subtitles are really easy to follow, folks).

 

This is what you call one of those “cult classics,” a film no one would think twice about wanting to see but comes recommended by their friends. After watching this, they find themselves unable to contain the same recommendation to their friends. And, over the years, the movie takes on a cult status of its own. 

 

To say this is a holiday horror movie is an apt description, but less horror and more fascination as the young boy figures out the scenario before his elders and takes matters into his own hands. Beautifully shot with great cinematography, this movie works on all levels that you come to expect in a horror movie. If you are looking for a different Christmas movie to watch this year with your friends, try this one out. You can thank me later.