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Last Christmas

2019

Kate is a young woman who has a habit of making bad decisions, and her last date with disaster occurs after she accepts work as Santa's elf for a department store. However, after she meets Tom there, her life takes a new turn.

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? PG-13 themes include sexual initiation and kissing, adult relationship issues, family conflict, depression, homelessness, heart transplantation, death, grief, and a supernatural revelation. The treatment is generally gentle but emotionally mature. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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At a glance

Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Romance4/5
  • Alcohol or drugs2/5

Strongest positives

  • Kindness & empathy4/5
  • Positive messages4/5
  • Courage & resilience3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising2/5
Why this rating?

The story is set around a Christmas department-store job and seasonal retail culture, though it is not primarily an advertising narrative.

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

The central plot involves the death of the male lead prior to the start of the film and its connection to the protagonist's heart transplant.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild profanity and name-calling may occur, but strong or repeated language does not appear to be a major feature.

LGBTQIA characters2/5
Why this rating?

A secondary character's same-sex relationship is a recurring plot point regarding family acceptance.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

Christmas and holiday traditions frame the story, but religious belief or practice is not central.

Romance4/5
Why this rating?

A central romantic plotline involving dates, emotional intimacy, and kissing.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Brief moments of tension regarding the protagonist's medical history and past accident.

Sexual content & nudity2/5
Why this rating?

Implied sexual situation where a character attempts to initiate intimacy but is declined.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Adults drink alcohol in social settings; use is occasional and not presented as a central or heavily glamorized theme.

Violence1/5
Why this rating?

Includes a minor physical altercation and general emotional tension.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Kate confronts illness, grief, family problems, and her own harmful choices, then takes constructive steps to repair relationships and help others.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Kate pursues singing, busks, and creates a community stage show that brings together shelter residents and family.

Diverse representation3/5
Why this rating?

The film includes a Yugoslavian immigrant family, lesbian characters, homeless performers, and varied London communities with meaningful story roles.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Brief exposure to issues like immigration experiences and homelessness.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Central theme of reaching out to others, empathy, and making amends.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Strong themes of kindness, self-improvement, helping those in need, and cherishing life.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Kate begins irresponsibly but grows more caring and accountable. Tom models volunteering; family members have understandable but imperfect behavior.

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  1. Where did a character show kindness or empathy, and what changed because of it?
  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in Last Christmas would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Last Christmas, and what caused that change?
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