“Normal movie rating 0/10. Camp cult classic rating 10/10.” Ruthless Reviews · 4 months ago
“It's a shame because the Jack Frost with the homicidal snowman is a stone cold Christmas classic and the other is a Michael Keaton movie.” Reddit · r/Letterboxd · 1 year ago Comparing Jack Frost Movies: 1997 Horror vs. 1998 Family
As a mutant snowman, Jack can melt into water to slide under doors and into tight spaces, then refreeze to reform his body.
While it was panned by critics for its low budget and "horrendous" special effects, it is now celebrated by B-movie fans as a campy "guilty pleasure". It is also notable for featuring the film debut of actress . ⛄ Quick Facts
Convicted serial killer Jack Frost (Scott MacDonald) is being transported to his execution when his prison van crashes into a genetic research truck. The resulting chemical spill fuses his DNA with snow, turning him into a murderous snowman seeking revenge on the sheriff who caught him.
The film is arguably best known for being confused with the 1998 family-friendly movie also titled Jack Frost , starring . Because both films featured a man who dies and returns as a snowman, rental store mix-ups frequently led to traumatized children (or very confused parents). 🗣️ Community Perspectives