Common Sense Note
Parents need to know that Happy Christmas is an indie holiday dramedy with mature themes and family dysfunction that aren't likely appeal to young teens -- so while fans of Pitch Perfect star Anna Kendrick may be curious about the film, but it's clearly aimed at adults. There's drunkenness (as in passed-out drunk more than once) and marijuana use (one character is a part-time pot dealer), very frequent strong language ("f--k," "s--t," "a--hole," etc.), and a few sex scenes (although none shows nudity). The protagonist isn't an ideal role model, but at least her relationship with her older brother demonstrates the importance of having strong relationships with your siblings and family.
Sexual
Content
Passionate kissing and a lovemaking scene between a married couple, plus a couple of more involved sex scenes between a couple that has just met. The woman gives the man instructions on how to please her (like pulling her hair in a certain way). They scenes are shot in an intimate close-up, but the people are partially clothed.
Violence
Jenny is slapped a couple of times while she's nearly passed out drunk. She's dragged and then carried out of a house party. Kelly slaps her in anger for almost setting the house on fire.
Language
Lots of casual swearing and strong language, especially "f--k" (as both a term for sex and an exclamation) and "a--hole," as well as "s--t" and "bitch."
Social
Behavior
Jeff and Jenny's relationship shows how important it is for siblings to be there for one another, even if it's not convenient or easy. Family and unconditional love are needed to get through tough times.
Consumerism
Not frequent, just iPhone and a brief shot of a stack of board games like Trivial Pursuit, Sequence, etc.
Drugs / Tobacco /
Alcohol
Lots of adult drunkenness and use of drugs, particularly cocktails and marijuana. One character is both a part-time babysitter and a part-time pot dealer. A couple of adults are shown drinking recreationally, but the main character drinks so much that she basically passes out.
