I recently viewed I'm Dreaming of a White Doomsday (2017) on Tubi. The storyline revolves around a mother and son surviving in a holiday bunker during an apocalyptic outbreak. The father, out searching for supplies, raises doubts about his return, forcing the mother to decide whether to venture out herself, leaving her son behind.
This picture is written and directed by Mike Lombardo, in his directorial debut, and stars Damian Maffei (The Strangers: Prey at Night), Reeve Blazi, Hope Bikle and Holly Andrew.
This film leans into the psychological aspects rather than action scenes, delivering an authentic feel through acting, settings, and circumstances. The last ten minutes are excellent, and adding a scene depicting the father's fate or the initial outbreak could have elevated the movie. The final Santa scene is both worthwhile and entertaining.
In conclusion, "I'm Dreaming of a White Doomsday" is a low-budget slow burn with a satisfying conclusion. With a larger budget and a few more impactful horror scenes, it had the potential to be a gem. I would score it a 4/10 and recommend watching it once.