Aedonerre I gave this film a 9 out of 10, because it was exactly what I expected it to be.

Fairaher The film makes a home in your brain and the only cure is to see it again.

Tayloriona Although I seem to have had higher expectations than I thought, the movie is super entertaining.

Sienna-Rose Mclaughlin The movie really just wants to entertain people.

Woodyanders Seven high school students decide to spend Christmas at a remote cabin in the woods. Things go awry when the teens find themselves being stalked by a mysterious killer.Director Austin Bosley, working from a compact script by Steve Goltz and Kevin Summerfield, does a sound job of crafting a strong yuletide atmosphere, relates the absorbing story at a brisk pace, makes fine use of the bleak snow-covered sylvan landscape, takes time to develop characters that the viewer truly cares about, and generates plenty of tension. The competent acting by the capable cast keeps this picture on track: Baker Chase Powell as the easygoing Mark Turner, Danielle Doetsch as the snippy Katie, Leah Wiseman as the sweet, but jealous Emma, Bosley as the amiable Travis, Nina Kova as the perky Sam, Johnathan Krautkramer as the wimpy Justin, Marla Van Lanen as friendly neighbor Joan, Jennifer Lenius as the charming Claire, and Scott Seagren as jerky local Frank Fuller. The sharp cinematography provides a pleasing polished look, with plenty of impressive and invigorating dynamic hand-held camera-work. Dylan Curzon's spirited shivery score offers several neat variations on familiar noel tunes. A worthwhile slice'n'dice romp.

Kim Heniadis I really wanted to like this film, and while I didn't hate it, I think I said, "WTF?!?" at least 20 times. If I hadn't rented it and was watching it for a horror movie challenge, there is a good chance I would have turned it off, due to the really bad sound in some places, especially at the beginning. When they were crunching through the snow and talking, I couldn't even understand what they were saying. I had the TV's sound up really high so I could usually hear them, but then was continually turning it down.Then there was the editing in spots. There were more spots then this, but I'm trying to keep this review short. Two of the women are down by the lake, and Mark is coming down the stairs, then he's just instantly by their side.Emma all of a sudden freaks out for no reason (she doesn't yet know there's a killer on the loose). She's staring at us, slowly backing up to the wall. But there is nothing/no one there. Then she wakes up and is laying on the floor right next to the fire place with her head on rock. (Was she drugged and I didn't notice?)The step-dad at the beginning looks to be around the same age as the kids. And the way he was putting the presents under the tree… shoving them under with the ribbon on the bottom. Petty of me, perhaps, but it was done in such a way that it really stood out.And some of the shots were played out way too long, like when the step-dad was decorating with the tinsel on the counter. And when they are tromping up the stairs, instead of focusing on the feet forever, at least give us a butt shot!Some of the actors did a pretty good job, like Mark and Katie. And Justin reminded me looks wise, of a cross between Jensen Ackles and Matthew Lillard, so that was nice. Plus the naked butt shot was appreciated.But where where the boobs?? It's a slasher film! When Katie was in the bathroom getting ready to take a bath, this would have been a perfect opportunity.If I were to watch this again, it would be as a drinking game with a group of friends. We would drink every time one of us said, "WTF?!?"; because we couldn't hear what they were saying, the story line stumbled due to editing, or some rando shows up even though they are supposed to be in the middle of nowhere, and it is way too cold to just be wandering around the woods in Wisconsin.

Donny Ybarra My favorite time of the year is approaching, Fall! Sometimes,...(well most of the time), retailers start pulling out the Christmas decorations and candy before we have even gotten through Halloween. So what better way to start prepping for fall/winter holidays, start pulling out the holiday themed horror movies! I think the best part about the cold weather is snuggling up with your lovey and popping in some classic horror movies. As a rabid slasher fan, the Christmas Holiday has influenced some great horror films, I really enjoy 70's and 80's titles like ---> To All A Goodnight, Home for the Holidays, Silent Night Deadly Night, Elves and the ultimate classic, Black Christmas (and I love the remake too...don't judge me!). So what does a slasher movie called 'Dismembering Christmas' have to offer for the "old school" slasher fans, such as myself? Plenty!!!First, upon watching you may recognize a couple familiar faces and names from the crew of Don't Go to the Reunion (2013), this was what got me excited since I am a huge fan of that film as well as Slasher Studious other releases. Kicking the film off was a pretty awesome cameo from co-writer/executive producer Kevin Sommerfield, I thought it was a great scene and really set the tone for the film. From there we are introduced to eight friends that are traveling to stay in a cabin for the Christmas Holiday, unbeknownst to them there was a few murders years ago and somebody wants to make sure they remember this holiday....cue horror synth!What was exciting about this film was the chilly setting. Here, you have the cabin out in the sticks with nothing but snow for miles, this already isolates the viewers and sets up a nice dynamic later for some great chase scenes. Speaking of chase scenes, this movie had some great stalk and chase, major thumbs up. From running through treacherous terrain, to having to maneuver through the interiors of the cabin, the hide and seek with this killer was highly effective. Also, there were some really nice pov shots of the interiors of the cabin and the decorations, I immediately thought of Black Christmas as "Billy" made his way throughout the house.Now, on to the slasher, my favorite part of the film. This killer sports a wicked mask, it kind of reminded me of an interpretation of "Boo Hag" from Canadian Folklore, pale with long dark hair. Armed with a very interesting blade, this slasher gave good KILL. The kills ranged from stabbings to decapitations, to a very fun "wreath kill". Goltz and Sommerfield know what their fans want, practical creative deaths, giving this film a pretty decent body count. On to the negatives, which mirror my one complaint with Don't Go to the Reunion, the runtime for the movie. This movie was short, at about an hour and seven minutes of content, I would have loved for about 10 more minutes. But this is a minor complaint, and if anything it shows just how much I enjoyed this movie too! Aside from the excellent cast and direction (Bosley is one to definitely keep an eye on), I say give this one a buy and support indie horror!

Laura Cristina Rigg I have been so excited about this movie coming out, so to my excitement I get to watch and review this movie before it comes on DVD where I will also be buying the DVD. I love supporting independent films, and aspiring filmmakers and their cast and crew. Dismembering Christmas lived up to all my expectations and more.This film was directed by Austin Bosley who is known for survival Of The Dumbest as acting, director and writer. Written by Kevin Sommerfield and Steve Goltz. Kevin who I have got to know through him on facebook and researching him on the internet, I know that he is inspired by Wes Craven and his horror films, he loves 80s slashers, owning up to 5000 (?) DVDs. I know that Dismembering Christmas is set as a 80s slasher. If you are comparing Dismembering Christmas to Scream or Wes Cravens other slasher horrors I would say its up to same standards and considering Dismembering Christmas is a low budget, independent horror. Its high class indeed. Steve Goltz the other writer, he and Kevin are both involved in the same horror films Teddy and Popularity Killer. Teddy was the first "Entry Into Terror" (as quoted on IMDb). Again Steve was also inspired by by the horror sub-genre slashers, being Friday The 13th and I know What You Did Last Summer. Lets hope there will be a lot more horrors from them both. The cast includes Nina Kova, Leah Wiseman, Danielle Doetsch, Johnathon Krautkramer, (who was also in Don't Go To The Reunion) Shannon McInnis, Jennifer Lenius, Austin Bosley, Scott Seagren and Marla Van Lanen. Most of these actors are new to the acting scene (Less than 5 years). With Marla, Leah and Danielle being in many horror films and earning the rights to be on my Wall Of Horrors. When I started watching this film I noticed was the sound tracks. There was a lot of music depending on how the film went. It was brilliant. The music fitted very well with the film, characters and everything that was happening. Also the start where "Slasher Studios" came on screen and the sound effects there, it amused me. I haven't seen many Christmas horror films but it felt very 80s style when I compared it with other cabins/houses in the middle of no where and the mysterious happenings. Im loving how there are no cliques, no blond bimbos who run up the stairs with a banana instead of out the door with a knife or something. I noticed they all meshed well together as "friends and family". You can tell which ones are family too, there is a way they look, and mess around together that makes it perfect because this is how me and my sister talk to each other and messes around. The best part (which is the thing that I have to stop myself giving away), is the creativity of the murder weapons and how they are used. This movie is only just over 70 minutes long, there could have been a lot more action to make it go longer. But nonetheless I enjoyed this film very much and will watch many more times. Overall it was amazing, if you like fast paced, intense and creative Christmas horror I recommend this one you will NOT be disappointed.