7.1
Where can I stream Blue Christmas legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for Blue Christmas in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
Blue Christmas
2017·Movie
·16min·
Blue Christmas fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, low-key.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Adrenaline2
- Scare2
Heart
Profoundly sad and deeply moving
Much of it is about family.
- Melancholy10
- Pathos9
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor3
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, history, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters and performances
- Character Depth9
- Acting8
- Direction7
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
LowTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Blue Christmas is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowProfoundly sad and deeply moving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's profoundly sad and deeply moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Melancholy10Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, history, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, history, and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters and performances
The characters and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchThought-Provoking
Skip it if
You need an uplifting moodYou want fast pacing
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
On Christmas Eve, 1968, in a Scottish coastal town, a debt collector goes to work to avoid confronting his wife’s worsening psychosis at home.
Bleak Christmas DramaPsychological Character StudyMarital StrainMental Illness ThemeScottish SettingSocio-Economic RealismMelancholic ToneExistential BurdenTragicPeriod Drama
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Related Movies and Shows
Overall: Similar vibe.
Movies
Shows
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Loading video…
Questions about Blue Christmas
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Blue Christmas worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Blue Christmas rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Blue Christmas?
0 h 16 min
Blue Christmas runs 0 h 16 min.
What language is Blue Christmas in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Germany.