Review of Happy Christmas (2014) by Alfin N — 30 Jul 2014

Christmas is only a few days away, but it surely doesn't come quick enough.

This review of Happy Christmas (2014) was written by Alfin N on 30 Jul 2014.

Happy Christmas has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Chloe H (45) on 31 Dec 2014

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By Bill B (2,505) on 13 Jul 2016

Joe Swanberg is a genius! He makes things that feel real! This one is the most real though, with a documentary feel…

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By Shannon H (142) on 11 Jan 2015

I'm guessing that may be against the norm with my review. However I felt this movie wasn't for me at all. It went no where for me…

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By Heather N (111) on 28 Feb 2015

It was as interesting as the How are you? Good, thanks, and you? conversation with a stranger on an elevator. You don't really care…

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