random ramblings

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

"Santa Claus is Coming to Town!"

Okay, I was slightly admonished by my sister and mom for accidentally traumatizing some viewers yesterday with my previous post, so here's an attempt to sooth those people who were affected or deeply scarred by showing images of Santas who make me chuckle, smile, or sigh (in content, not exasperation).

(Also, without meaning to, this basically turned into a list of Christmas movies I love which contain Santas.)

If you haven't seen this movie, you're missing out--on wackiness.

All I can say is, whether you like, love, or hate him, you gotta see the nativity scene!

There really isn't a Santa in either Christmas episode, but they're both dang funny.

Here's another bizarre movie gem entitled Santa Claus--from Mexico, no less! The toy cat on wheels must be viewed! There's even a main character named Pitch who's a devil.

This is such a cute, clever little made-for-tv and adapted-from-a-children's-book cartoon called Olive the Other Reindeer. I like the animation and the way Santa looks a little less traditional.

Clark Griswold. What more can I say?

I tried desperately to find a better picture of the Santa from this (Frosty the Snowman). I liked this version because he wasn't ho, ho, hoing constantly, and was more wise but also kind at the same time.

The Pee-Wee Herman Christmas Special: "Thank you, Santa. You're the best!"

"I know you are, but what am I?"

Altogether, this show is to-the-brim with celebrity guest appearances and off-the-wall nuttiness. Also, it's incredibly funny!

If I have to tell you what this is from, you should get off my blog NOW before I find you.

Anyways, one of my all-time-favorite Santas--despite him being non-human.

You're probably wondering why this isn't in the creepy Santa post. Well, perhaps he's creepy to you, but I happen to love The Nightmare Before Christmas. If you've ever seen it, you know his looks are very deceiving--especially when he tries to be "Sandy Claws."

Anyways, one of my all-time-favorite Santas--despite him being dead.

I've always liked the Coca-Cola Santa. He's just a happy, warm looking guy.

Okay, this is really cute.

I lied, this is far cuter!

"Papa Elf" from Elf. I liked his portrayl: slightly grumpy, but good-hearted.

He may have a huge head, but he gave Rudolph his first major break.

And, of course, the best to me is Homer Simpson working as a shopping mall Santa in the episode Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire. A very funny, honest, and sweet take on a family getting ready for Christmas.

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

"You Better Watch Out..."

Here's a collaboration of "Just Plain Creepy Santa Clauses":

This is going to assuredly give me many, many nightmares.

What in the world is going on with this one!? I don't even know where to begin.

Those eyes creep me out.

Looks like he eats people or something.

Good night! Is this a halloween mask!?

These just don't quite make it into the non-creepy category.

This is a scary santa, sorta, but I had to put this in. It's so clever and original!

This is the translation of a japanese ad. Watch out!

This is fairly borderline creepy, I guess.

Ehhhh! The teeth and excessive shadows make him look messed up.

I have no idea who this is, but I wouldn't want him coming down my chimney.

Uh, did Santa spontaneously melt or combust?

Not super scary, but definitely close enough!

I'm not positive if this is supposed to be Father Christmas, but whoever he is, he's grandly freaking me out.

Ech. I don't want him delivering toys to all the girls and the boys.

What is wrong with people? This is the single-most disturbing piece of clip art I've ever come across.

Besides who the people are, that's one creepy Kris Kringle.

Moderately creepy.

Looks like Santa got Vodka instead of milk and cookies this year.

I didn't think Martin Shorts could look any more weird and frightening than when he was Jimmy Glick. How wrong I was.

" You better watch out. You better not cry. You better not pout or I'll smack you in the thigh."

I guess this is from Japan. Er...that's about as far as I wanted to go with this...Santa?

Okay, if you're still somehow voluntarily sitting in front of the computer, comment and paste a link in your comment of some creepy or weird Santas you've come across.

I hope I succeeded in sufficiently marring your picture-perfect Santa.

Heh, heh, heh...