Santa vs. the Snowman

Santa vs. the Snowman

Year: 2002

Runtime: 21 min

Language: English

Director: John A. Davis

AnimationShort

In this animated short, a rogue snowman's bid for holiday hijacking sparks an all-out battle between jolly old Saint Nick and his icy challenger. With festive fervor, these two iconic figures clash in a war of wits, whimsy, and winter wonderland mayhem.

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Timeline – Santa vs. the Snowman (2002)
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1

The Lonely Snowman

Under a starry night sky, a nameless Snowman experiences a deep sense of melancholy. His solitude is interrupted by a mysterious light that not only destroys his beloved flute but also ignites a spark of curiosity within him.

Night Snowy landscape
2

Journey to Santa's Village

Driven by curiosity, the Snowman embarks on a nocturnal adventure leading him to the enchanting world of Santa's Village. As he enters, he is enveloped by delightful aromas wafting from the toy workshop.

Night Santa's Village
3

Discovery of the Magical Flute

While exploring the toy workshop, the Snowman stumbles upon a captivating red and gold flute. Its enchanting melodies call to him, igniting his desire to possess this magical instrument.

Night Toy workshop
4

Alarm and Escape

Just as the Snowman takes the magical flute, a piercing alarm shatters the peaceful atmosphere. He must flee from Santa's sprightly elves who have been dispatched to retrieve it.

Night Santa's Village
5

Leap Off the Cliff

In a bid to escape his pursuers, the Snowman leaps off a cliff and grabs onto an icicle stalactite. This daring move allows him to hide from the elves, although he leaves the alluring flute behind.

Night Cliffside
6

Imaginative Dreams

As days go by, the Snowman's imagination begins to spiral. He envisions himself wearing Santa’s hat and spreading joy, feeling a twinge of envy at Santa's role as the sole dispenser of happiness.

Days later Snowman's imagination
7

The Clever Disguise

Determined to take on Santa's role, the Snowman crafts a clever disguise as an ice cream cone camera. He joins a guided train tour in the village to capture moments and blend in.

Days later Santa's Village
8

Ejection from the Village

The Snowman’s ruse is soon discovered, leading to his unceremonious ejection from Santa's Village. Undeterred, he begins to assemble an army of snowman minions to aid in his quest for power.

Days later Santa's Village
9

Marching Towards Invasion

With his minions, the Snowman marches toward Santa's Village, signaling the start of an invasion. As the cheerful elf mobilizes his elves in defense, the atmosphere turns tense.

Days before Christmas Santa's Village
10

The Battle Begins

A chaotic battle erupts, with elves valiantly attempting to melt the snowman foes, while the Snowmen retaliate with ferocious snowball attacks. The stakes heighten as Christmas approaches.

Days before Christmas Santa's Village
11

Santa Suits Up

Realizing the severity of the situation, Santa dons a gigantic Nutcracker mech, prepared to face the Snowman’s monstrous minions. His mechanical skills ultimately position him as a formidable force.

Days before Christmas Santa's Village
12

Scaling the Battlefield

In the midst of the battle, the Snowman uses a colossal ice creature to fight Santa. However, Santa cleverly employs a heat gun to shrink this icy behemoth, turning the tide of the battle.

Days before Christmas Battlefield
13

Snowman Overconfident

Feeling victorious with fresh recruits, the Snowman captures Santa and his elves in a frosty cage. Meanwhile, he believes he is ready to complete his mission of spreading joy to others.

Days before Christmas Santa's Village
14

A Humbling Explosion

Upon arriving at a girl's home, the Snowman presents her with a broken ice doll that tragically explodes. Stunned and humiliated, he falls into a state of despair just as Santa arrives.

Christmas Eve Little girl's house
15

A Gesture of Redemption

Instead of seeking retribution, Santa offers the Snowman the flute he had tried to steal. Their encounter leads to an unexpected friendship and a ride back home, highlighting the warmth of the holiday spirit.

Christmas Eve Snowy landscape

Last Updated: November 22, 2024 at 11:15

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