Adult Swim Yule Log aka The Fireplace is a movie that is well under the radar. On the surface, the title and cover poster suggests this is just a video of a crackling Christmas fire. Something that the film trailer also encapsulates and was used to spur on the secretive film when it appeared on YouTube. Casper Kelly’s (Mandy, Too Many Cooks), the off-the-wall film is a hard narrative to describe.
There is so much going on. It’s something like if “The Strangers” were red-necks on a rampant killing spree and they entered the universe where killer “Slaxx” and “Killer Sofas” could happily coexist on a level playing field with time travel and a Devil that wanted to erase your existence.
The absurd but riveting “Adult Swim Yule Log” opens with a fireplace view of a mother and son after a very recent murder. By the time they clean up and find somewhere to safely hide out, a tense pair of lovers turn up for a weekend in what we are told is an Airbnb.
The couple, Zoe and Alex get comfortable with some wine, hang out on the bear-skinned rug, and sit in front of the fire. When Alex proposed on a bent knee, there was tension instead of delight. Trouble is brewing in paradise. A knock at the door provides a sheriff and his Deputy. The two warn the couple about a murderer on the loose. What they also tell them is that the firewood they are using is cursed and that they should discontinue enjoying its flickering comfort.
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The chaos commences when a small group of UFO podcasters also turn up at the accommodation. In a similar vein to Gone in the Night and Barbarian, it turns out the two groups have double-booked the cabin for the exact dates. Zoe ends up hitting a dead end trying to contact the owners and so they all settle in for the night.
When you believe “The Fireplace” is about to become monotonous due to lengthy conversations, a gentleman named Isaac takes the initiative to retreat to the upper floor for a refreshing shower. In our initial encounter with the menacing Yule log, Isaac experiences a rather gruesome demise. The special effects, although employing noticeable CGI, are quite impressive, instantly capturing my attention and leaving me eager to discover the other surprises that the film holds in store.
There are loads to like about The Fireplace 2022. Alex played by Justin Miles shone the brightest as a well-meaning all round nice guy. Performances overall were excellent. There is just something cool about a floating log on fire, that just wants to smash your face in. The backstories told via a demon in the fireplace were a neat idea that added another element of intense chaos to the mix. However, I thought it worked seamlessly into the turn of events and made the nonsense seem more cohesive. What’s more, a catchy tune in the credits also written by Casper Kelly gave me a chuckle after the finale.
Yule Log Movie
Adult Swim Yule Log aka The Fireplace is rated
3.5 Adult Swim Show’s first horror movie out of 5
- Genre: Comedy, Horror
- Director: Chris ‘Casper’ Kelly
- Release Date (Streaming): Dec 12, 2022
- The Cast of Adult Swim Yule Log includes:
- Megan Hayes
- Tordy Clark
- Brendan Patrick Connor
- Andrea Laing
- Justin Miles
Where to Watch Adult Swim Yule Log (aka The Fireplace) (2022)
The Last Fireplace has an official website showing what platforms the title is available on. For more information on where to watch Adult Swim Yule Log, check the link below. You could also try ReelGood.com for more options on where to watch.
Adult Swim Yule Log (aka The Fireplace) (2022) is streaming on:
Adult Swim TV Show Channel
On Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, Adult Swim released Adult Swim Yule Log as a surprise feature-length horror movie. The title is now available to stream on HBO Max.
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