Stingy Jack
Jack, a perpetually drunk farmer, makes a wager with the Devil himself in an Irish pub. When he tricks Satan into climbing an apple tree and carves a cross into the trunk, the fallen angel vows to haunt him for eternity. Now Jack wanders the earth with a hollowed-out turnip containing a burning coal from hellfire — the original Jack-o'-lantern. This 2025 horror-fantasy-comedy reimagines the ancient Celtic legend as a ridiculous adventure about history's most unfortunate trickster. A blend of dark humor, folkloric motifs, and absurd situations creates a unique genre fusion where horror meets comedy, and mysticism clashes with mundane troubles.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2025 |
| Country | Sweden |
| Genre | Horror, Fantasy, Comedy |
| Director | Charlie Halldén |
| Runtime | 12 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 10.0/10 (1 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The director walks the line between absurdity and mysticism, employing muted autumn palettes and unexpected camera angles that emphasize the grotesque nature of events.
Those who appreciate folk horror with a comedic twist will find this reinterpretation both clever and oddly charming. What lingers is the warmth of a fireside tale told with a wink — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Charlie Halldén
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In a cozy pub with friends as autumn leaves swirl outside the window.
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