Question 1

Why was the film's poster banned from Paris billboards?

Accepted Answer

The RATP (Paris subway company) and Paris mayor's office refused to hire out billboards for the poster because of the offensive title.

Question 2

What real-life organization is referenced by the suicide hotline in the film?

Accepted Answer

The telephone helpline 'SOS détresse amitié' is a direct reference to real charitable organizations founded in France in 1960 under the banner 'SOS Amitié'.

Question 3

What does the film's title literally translate to in English?

Accepted Answer

The English literal translation of the film's title is 'Santa Claus is garbage' meaning 'Santa Claus is a bastard'.

Question 4

Which actress played the character Thérèse in the film?

Accepted Answer

Anémone played the character Thérèse in the film.

Question 5

What was significant about this film for actress Jeannette Batti?

Accepted Answer

This was the final film of Jeannette Batti.

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