Bad Santa (2003) review | The Official Steve Pulaski Website

: Willie and his partner Marcus (Tony Cox), who plays a mall elf, use their positions to rob shopping malls on Christmas Eve.

: The story takes a turn when Willie forms a dysfunctional bond with Thurman Merman (Brett Kelly), a naive, bullied boy who believes Willie is the real Santa. This relationship brings out a rare "kinder side" in Willie, leading to a surprisingly touching conclusion. Cast and Notable Performances

: The film follows Willie T. Soke (Billy Bob Thornton), an alcoholic, foul-mouthed safecracker who poses as a department store Santa every year.