Fatman

Fatman

Year: 2020

Language: English

Directors: Eshom Nelms, Ian Nelms

Comedy

A down-on-his-luck Santa Claus, known as Chris Cringle, faces unexpected trouble when the U.S. military intervenes to help him deliver presents. After a spoiled 12-year-old receives a lump of coal, a skilled and ruthless assassin is hired to take out Kris Kringle, leading to a darkly comedic and action-packed showdown during the holiday season.

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1

Chris and Ruth's Workshop

Chris Cringle and his wife Ruth operate a Christmas presents workshop on their ancient farm near the hamlet of North Peak, Alaska. This remote location is vital for their Christmas production, which supports not only their livelihood but also the local economy.

North Peak, Alaska
2

US Government Subsidy Cuts

The US government begins to cut subsidies to Chris's company due to falling profits from diminished children's interest in Christmas. This decline in funding creates a significant impact on Chris's ability to run his workshop and continue his production.

3

Military Contract Proposal

Captain Jacobs from the US military offers Chris a two-month contract to produce jet fighter components. Initially, Chris rejects this offer, concerned about the implications of shifting from toys to military supplies.

4

Reluctant Acceptance

After some encouragement from Ruth, who helps lift his spirits, Chris reluctantly agrees to accept the government contract just this once. This decision marks a turning point for Chris as he prioritizes the survival of their workshop.

5

The Arrival of Billy Wenan

Billy Wenan, a cruel boy living with his elderly grandmother, becomes the antagonist in the story. His mischievous and malicious behavior sets him on a path that ultimately leads to violent consequences involving Chris.

6

Billy's Retaliation Plot

After receiving a lump of coal from Chris on Christmas Eve, Billy vows to take revenge. He hires hit-man Jonathan Miller, driven by his resentment towards Chris for what he perceives as humiliation.

7

Miller's Rampage

Hit-man Jonathan Miller begins his violent pursuit of Chris, fueled by a personal vendetta from childhood. This escalates into a deadly rampage, leading him to Chris's farm where his intention is to eliminate Chris.

Chris's farm
8

Attack on the Workshop

Miller executes a surprise attack on Chris's farm, murdering US Army soldiers stationed there. The confrontation escalates when he sneaks into the workshop, only for an elf worker to raise the alarm.

Chris's workshop
9

Duel with Miller

In a dramatic showdown, Chris confronts Miller, resulting in a fierce duel. Despite wounding Miller, Chris is shot in the head, leaving him in a critical condition after the battle.

Chris's farm
10

Ruth's Vengeance

In a pivotal moment, Ruth takes justice into her own hands and kills Miller, ensuring the safety of her and Chris. This act of bravery helps to conclude the immediate threat they faced.

Chris's farm
11

Chris's Recovery

Chris begins to heal from the injuries sustained during the conflict. His recovery symbolizes hope and resilience amidst the turmoil they experienced, both personally and in their work.

12

Confronting Billy

Chris and Ruth decide to confront Billy Wenan, aiming to put an end to his cruel antics. They stop him from committing further wrongdoings, specifically from tampering with his grandmother’s milk to conceal his fraudulent behavior.

13

A New Approach

After confronting Billy, Chris acknowledges that he must become more proactive in addressing the behavior of cruel children. This realization empowers him to change his approach in dealing with kids in the future.

14

Rebuilding the Workshop

With a renewed sense of hope, Chris, Ruth, and the elves begin to reconstruct their workshop. They plan to make it larger and better, aiming to restore the Christmas spirit and ensure a bright future for their enterprise.

Chris's farm

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