Review of Happy Christmas (2014) by Eric B — 22 Jul 2014

Not much happens, except for some genuine, awkward moments.

This review of Happy Christmas (2014) was written by Eric B on 22 Jul 2014.

Happy Christmas has generally received mixed reviews.

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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 Andre M (245) on 31 Dec 2014

Oh, slice of life indie films... I can't even... This is the polar opposite of Life Partners…

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