White Reindeer (2013 film)

White Reindeer is a 2013 American dark comedy film written and directed by Zach Clark. The film stars Anna Margaret Hollyman as Suzanne Barrington, a seemingly conventional real estate agent whose life is upended when her husband, Jeff (played by Nathan Williams), unexpectedly dies just before Christmas.

The plot revolves around Suzanne's increasingly erratic and self-destructive behavior as she attempts to cope with her grief and the unexpected revelation that her husband had been having an affair with a stripper named Fantasia (played by Laura Lemar-Goldsborough). Seeking solace and a bizarre form of retribution, Suzanne delves into a world of sex, drugs, and increasingly outrageous Christmas-themed parties.

White Reindeer explores themes of grief, suburban ennui, and the pressures of maintaining a perfect facade. The film is characterized by its dark humor, quirky characters, and exploration of taboo subjects. While marketed as a comedy, it also contains elements of drama and character study. It received generally positive reviews, with critics praising Hollyman's performance and Clark's unique directorial style. The film was released theatrically and via video on demand in December 2014.