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Those Happy Days (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Set in 1992, a manager Vincent has to run a children's holiday camp for three weeks and to face the unexpected concerning the place, his colleagues, various problems linked to children about the rooms, trips, their belongings...

Rated NR • 2006 • 1h 43m

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Those Happy Days is a French comedy that captures the chaotic, high-energy environment of a summer children's camp managed by Vincent. The film focuses on the professional and personal frustrations between staff members, the unpredictable nature of working with children, and the pressures of running a remote holiday facility. Parents should be aware of frequent profanity and occasional crude humor that may not be suitable for young… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Jean-Paul Rouve
Jean-Paul Rouve
Marilou Berry
Marilou Berry
Omar Sy
Omar Sy
Lannick Gautry
Lannick Gautry
Julie Fournier
Julie Fournier
Guillaume Cyr
Guillaume Cyr
Joséphine de Meaux
Joséphine de Meaux
Jacques Boudet
Jacques Boudet
Jean Benguigui
Jean Benguigui
Catherine Hosmalin
Catherine Hosmalin
Arthur Mazet
Arthur Mazet
Jérémy Denisty
Jérémy Denisty
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Is Those Happy Days appropriate for kids?

Those Happy Days is a French comedy that captures the chaotic, high-energy environment of a summer children's camp managed by Vincent. The film focuses on the professional and personal frustrations between staff members, the unpredictable nature of working with children, and the… Read more — free account

Content severity in Those Happy Days

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence None 0/10
Language Moderate 4/10
Substances Moderate 3/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Those Happy Days, moment by moment

  1. 0:15 💬 Language 4/10
  2. 0:22 🍷 Substances 3/10
  3. 0:40 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Those Happy Days

There are some instances of mild innuendo and suggestive dialogue between the adult staff members as they navigate their relationships during the summer, but no graphic content or nudity is present.

Violence and gore in Those Happy Days

None. The film contains no on-screen violence or physical altercations.

Language in Those Happy Days

Moderate. The film features frequent use of mild profanity and insults, specifically including recurring uses of the French term 'connard' (jerk/idiot) among the characters.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Those Happy Days

Mild. Characters are occasionally seen drinking alcohol, typically in social or informal party settings after the children have gone to bed.

Mature themes in Those Happy Days

The film explores the professional stress and emotional burnout associated with youth mentorship and management. It depicts the challenges of navigating workplace interpersonal dynamics in a high-pressure, confined environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Those Happy Days appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Those Happy Days is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. Those Happy Days is a French comedy that captures the chaotic, high-energy environment of a summer children's camp managed by Vincent. The film focuses on the professional and personal frustrations between staff…

What age rating does Those Happy Days have?

Those Happy Days is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Those Happy Days about?

Those Happy Days is a French comedy that captures the chaotic, high-energy environment of a summer children's camp managed by Vincent. The film focuses on the professional and personal frustrations between staff members, the unpredictable nature of working with children, and the pressures of running a remote holiday…

Is there sex or nudity in Those Happy Days?

There are some instances of mild innuendo and suggestive dialogue between the adult staff members as they navigate their relationships during the summer, but no graphic content or nudity is present.

How violent is Those Happy Days?

None. The film contains no on-screen violence or physical altercations.

Is the language in Those Happy Days appropriate for kids?

Moderate. The film features frequent use of mild profanity and insults, specifically including recurring uses of the French term 'connard' (jerk/idiot) among the characters.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Those Happy Days?

Mild. Characters are occasionally seen drinking alcohol, typically in social or informal party settings after the children have gone to bed.

What mature themes appear in Those Happy Days?

The film explores the professional stress and emotional burnout associated with youth mentorship and management. It depicts the challenges of navigating workplace interpersonal dynamics in a high-pressure, confined environment.

How long is Those Happy Days?

Those Happy Days runs 103 minutes, directed by Olivier Nakache, Éric Toledano, released in 2006.

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