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"Hot Santa"
Christmas / Comedy / Mystery/Romance
based on the best selling book
"Just Claus" by de de Cox
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A funny and endearing film with a dash of mystery, perfect for the holiday season!​​​​
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"Hot Santa" is a funny and heartwarming holiday tale filled with charm, romance, and festive cheer. Set in a picturesque small-town mall, the story beautifully blends mystery, humor, and heartfelt moments as two former colleagues reunite to solve a series of break-ins. With lovable characters, touching themes of redemption and community, and a sprinkle of Christmas magic, this screenplay delivers the perfect feel-good experience for the holiday season. A delightful celebration of love, family, and the spirit of giving!
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Based on the Best Selling Book by
de de Cox​​
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Screenplay by:
Tané McClure
based on the book by: de de Cox​
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Produced and Directed by
Tané McClure​
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EXECUTIVE PRODUCER:
Peggy Forseth-Andrews​
Produced by
Tané McCure and de de Cox​
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"Hot Santa" (Christmas, comedy romance), is a holiday-themed story set in a charming Northern California shopping mall. The narrative follows Davina (Dayve) Jenson, a determined and striking mall manager, as she deals with mysterious break-ins during the Christmas season. Despite nothing being stolen, Dayve suspects a larger criminal plot and seeks help from her former police captain, who assigns Kayson Danvers, a ruggedly handsome cop on leave, to go undercover as the mall's Santa Claus. Kayson, accompanied by his loyal police dog Scout, reluctantly takes the job to avoid losing his badge. ​
The story blends mystery, romance, and holiday cheer, as Dayve and Kayson navigate their past relationship while working together to uncover the truth behind the break-ins. The screenplay introduces a colorful cast of characters, including Beth, Dayve's bubbly assistant; Christian, a quirky shop owner; and Marmee and Paula, who run a trendy fashion store. The festive atmosphere of the mall, complete with a grand Christmas tree and holiday decorations, sets the stage for the unfolding drama. ​
As the plot progresses, the attraction between Dayve and Kayson rekindles, and the mystery deepens with more break-ins and strange occurrences, such as food wrappers and toys left behind. The story builds tension with a brewing storm, power outages, and the mall's closure, leaving Dayve and Kayson stranded together overnight. ​ The story promises a mix of heartfelt moments, humor, and suspense, making it a compelling holiday tale.
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Script Analysis:
The screenplay follows the structure and themes typical of a Hallmark-style movie. It features a small-town setting, Christmas festivities, romantic tension between the leads, a heartwarming resolution, and themes of community, love, and redemption. The story includes light drama, humor, and a feel-good ending, all hallmarks of this genre.