A remake of Silent Night, Deadly Night was screened at Fantastic Fest 2025, with reactions suggesting it offers a fresh take on the original. The film has been described as a holiday horror story with a mix of bloody and gonzo elements, as well as a potential christmas love story. Reviews indicate that the remake both honors its roots and carves out its own path, with some characterizing it as a wonderfully fresh and nicely balanced film, while others see it as a more extreme, hellish take.