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A CHRISTMAS STORY

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(C, B, LL, V, S, M) Positive references to Jesus' birth (in Christmas carol) marred by: 8 obscenities & 2 exclamatory profanities; boy's fist fight results in bloody nose, firemen appear when youngster's tongue sticks to flagpole; slight sexual innuendo; and, hypocrisy & subtle implication that children are smarter than their parents.

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Families on the short stories of Midwestern humorist Jean Shepherd, A CHRISTMAS STORY is a 1940’s family comedy about a 9-year-old who wants a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. Children may enjoy the movie, as it skillfully explores dilemmas and taboo subjects from their point-of-view and sense of humor. However, any positive qualities are marred by a subtle implication that children are a whole lot smarter than their parents. on the short stories of Midwestern humorist Jean Shepherd, A CHRISTMAS STORY is a family comedy about a 9-year-old who wants a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. The movie was originally released in 1983, and is now enjoying a limited theater showing for the holidays. The story begins with our young hero, Ralphie, eyeing the BB gun in the department store window. Putting a cork in his fun is Mom, who fears “you’ll shoot your eye out, Ralphie!” Meanwhile, sibling Randy is stuck in a too-small snowsuit. Stepping into the winter air like a zombie from the crypt, he is barely able to move his arms or walk. What seems like more fun for boys and girls than adults, takes a turn when Dad wins an erotic leg-o-lamp in a sweepstakes. The movie continues with Ralphie’s childhood musings, school experiences, a nightmarish visit with Santa, and a happy ending.

Children may enjoy the movie, as it skillfully explores dilemmas and taboo subjects from their point-of-view and sense of humor. However, the positive qualities are marred by a subtle implication that children are smarter than their parents. Anyone desiring a real Christmas story would be better off renting ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS (1991).

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Now more than ever we’re bombarded by darkness in media, movies, and TV. Movieguide® has fought back for almost 40 years, working within Hollywood to propel uplifting and positive content. We’re proud to say we’ve collaborated with some of the top industry players to influence and redeem entertainment for Jesus. Still, the most influential person in Hollywood is you. The viewer.

What you listen to, watch, and read has power. Movieguide® wants to give you the resources to empower the good and the beautiful. But we can’t do it alone. We need your support.

You can make a difference with as little as $7. It takes only a moment. If you can, consider supporting our ministry with a monthly gift. Thank you.

Movieguide® is a 501c3 and all donations are tax deductible.