Let It Snow (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In a small town on Christmas Eve, a snowstorm brings together a group of young people. They soon find their friendships and love lives colliding, and come Christmas morning, nothing will be the same.
Rated PG-13 • 2019 • 1h 33m
This teen holiday romance earns its PG-13 rating primarily for some strong language, underage drinking, and mature thematic elements. The film follows several interconnected high schoolers, including Julie and a pop star named Stuart, whose lives intersect during a snowstorm on Christmas Eve. Parents should be aware of infrequent but coarse language, including one use of 'fuck' and other terms like 'pussy' and 'bitch'. Several scenes… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Let It Snow appropriate for kids?
This teen holiday romance earns its PG-13 rating primarily for some strong language, underage drinking, and mature thematic elements. The film follows several interconnected high schoolers, including Julie and a pop star named Stuart, whose lives intersect during a snowstorm on… Read more — free account
Content severity in Let It Snow
What happens in Let It Snow, moment by moment
- 0:26 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:35 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:39 💬 Language 4/10
Sex and nudity in Let It Snow
This category is moderate. While there is no nudity or sexual activity, the film revolves around teen romance and features several kissing scenes between different couples. One romantic subplot involves two female characters, Dorrie and Kerry; they share two passionate kisses, one in private and one in public. Other heterosexual couples also kiss, but none of the scenes are prolonged or explicit. The MPAA rating's mention of 'crude sexual material' likely refers to some of the strong language rather than visual…
Read more — free accountViolence and gore in Let It Snow
Violence is nearly absent. Characters get into a minor, non-injurious car accident when their vehicle slides into a snow-filled ditch. In another scene, Tobin and his friend get into a brief, comical physical scuffle over a tinfoil-wrapped pig. Some characters go sledding down a steep hill, which involves some mild comic peril. There are no fights, weapons, or graphic injuries.
Language in Let It Snow
Language is infrequent but includes some strong profanity that is the primary reason for the PG-13 rating. There is one use of 'fuck' and cruder terms like 'pussy' and 'dick'. Milder profanity is also used, including 'shit', 'bitch', 'ass', and 'goddamn'.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Let It Snow
There are scenes of underage drinking. Teenagers plan and eventually throw a large party where they drink beer from a stolen keg and are also shown drinking hard liquor. Multiple main characters are briefly seen drinking beer during the party scenes, both at a house and later at the Waffle Town diner.
Mature themes in Let It Snow
The film contains some moderately heavy themes. A central plot point is that Julie's mother has a serious, life-threatening illness (implied to be cancer), which causes Julie significant emotional distress and complicates her life choices. A major subplot follows Dorrie, who is in a closeted relationship with Kerry, exploring themes of LGBTQ+ identity and the anxiety of coming out to friends and peers. Other themes include the loneliness of fame and navigating complicated friendships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Let It Snow appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Let It Snow is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. This teen holiday romance earns its PG-13 rating primarily for some strong language, underage drinking, and mature thematic elements. The film follows several interconnected high schoolers, including Julie and a pop…
What age rating does Let It Snow have?
Let It Snow is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Let It Snow about?
This teen holiday romance earns its PG-13 rating primarily for some strong language, underage drinking, and mature thematic elements. The film follows several interconnected high schoolers, including Julie and a pop star named Stuart, whose lives intersect during a snowstorm on Christmas Eve. Parents should be aware…
Is there sex or nudity in Let It Snow?
This category is moderate. While there is no nudity or sexual activity, the film revolves around teen romance and features several kissing scenes between different couples. One romantic subplot involves two female characters, Dorrie and Kerry; they share two…
How violent is Let It Snow?
Violence is nearly absent. Characters get into a minor, non-injurious car accident when their vehicle slides into a snow-filled ditch. In another scene, Tobin and his friend get into a brief, comical physical scuffle over a tinfoil-wrapped pig. Some…
Is the language in Let It Snow appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent but includes some strong profanity that is the primary reason for the PG-13 rating. There is one use of 'fuck' and cruder terms like 'pussy' and 'dick'. Milder profanity is also used, including 'shit', 'bitch', 'ass', and 'goddamn'.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Let It Snow?
There are scenes of underage drinking. Teenagers plan and eventually throw a large party where they drink beer from a stolen keg and are also shown drinking hard liquor. Multiple main characters are briefly seen drinking beer during the party scenes, both at…
What mature themes appear in Let It Snow?
The film contains some moderately heavy themes. A central plot point is that Julie's mother has a serious, life-threatening illness (implied to be cancer), which causes Julie significant emotional distress and complicates her life choices. A major subplot…
How long is Let It Snow?
Let It Snow runs 93 minutes, directed by Luke Snellin, released in 2019.
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