Jack Black's Satan fails to deliver in mediocre Christmas comedy
- The film explores a scenario where a boy accidentally contacts Satan instead of Santa due to a spelling error.
- Jack Black portrays Satan, granting the boy three wishes amidst comedic and chaotic situations.
- Despite its intriguing premise, the film struggles with tonal inconsistencies, leading to a lackluster reception.
A new Christmas comedy features a unique premise where a child mistakenly addresses a letter to Satan instead of Santa Claus, which leads to chaos and unexpected events. The film follows 11-year-old Liam, who creates this dilemma due to his dyslexia. This mistake brings Satan, played by Jack Black, into Liam's life as he grants him three wishes in exchange for his soul. The narrative unfolds in a mix of comedic scenarios, addressing themes such as family dysfunction, as Liam's parents struggle with his newfound obsession and the evolving dynamics of their relationship. The film mixes humor with darker elements but fails to balance them effectively, concluding the story in a conventional and overly sentimental manner that undercuts its initial premise.