When most people think of Christmas, they picture warm candlelight, heartfelt messages, and glittery social media posts.
For our film crew, however, this year’s Christmas spirit came in a slightly different form: boxes of mandarins, controlled chaos, and a political parody no one saw coming.
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And honestly, that’s exactly what made it so much fun.
How a Mountain of Mandarins Set the Scene
Every production has its quirky challenges, and this one was no exception.
Before the cameras could roll, we had to:
Bring piles of mandarins onto the set
Transform the space into a festive atmosphere
Stack citrus towers that were somehow both artistic and structurally sound
… and eventually eat our way through the leftovers — for health reasons, of course 😉
By the time everything was in place, the studio smelled like a Christmas market blended with a fruit stand.
A strangely perfect combination.
The Moment “Trump” Walked In
One of the unforgettable moments was when our Trump impersonator appeared on set.
No political agenda, no hidden message — just pure entertainment.
A playful break from the polished, overly sentimental holiday content flooding everyone’s feeds.
The goal was clear:
Create a Christmas card that doesn’t look or feel like a traditional Christmas card.
Something that surprises, entertains, and maybe even confuses a little.
Mission accomplished.
A Wonderfully Chaotic Shoot With an Even Better Crew
What truly made this production special was the energy behind the camera.
Everyone brought their creativity, humour, and a healthy tolerance for delightful chaos.
Together, we built a tiny festive world, turned citrus into set design, and embraced the absurdity with open arms.
Big shout-out to the entire crew — from directing and camera to styling and set design.
It’s incredible how much teamwork, improvisation, and joy go into creating a 30-second video.
Worth Your 30 Seconds
Your feed is probably drowning in “warm wishes” and “holiday magic” posts.
This video is the antidote: cheeky, unexpected, and a little chaotic — in the best way.
If it makes you laugh, great.
If not… well, just blame the fruit. 😉
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