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♪ ♪ ["Deck the Halls"]
Slow down, girls!
I want to go see Santa.
We can see Santa in a minute,
but Mommy and Aunt Anna want to look for something for Daddy.
And if you're good,
maybe Aunt Anna will get you some hot chocolates later.
[chuckles]
You need to quit spoiling them.
What are aunts for?
Here. How about this?
A shirt.
Yeah, it's the perfect size,
and I think it'll look good on him.
Mm-hmm.
Uh-oh. What is it?
Nothing. I'm just, you know, wondering,
as a present, what does this say?
"It's cold outside. Wear me."
You know, this is your husband we're talking about.
And I just think that, whatever this present is,
it should speak volumes.
Uh, It can't just say, "I'm a nice shirt"?
Okay, come on. I have an idea.
Let's go.
Anyone can buy a shirt and tie,
but for Frankie, we need to find something...
special.
Imported Italian spices.
Remember how you went to Italy for your honeymoon,
and he took you to all those bistros?
[sighs] Remember? It's been 13 years,
and I'm still trying to lose the weight.
This year...
you are bringing the honeymoon to him.
Oh!
You really have a knack for this.
Thanks. If only it paid money,
then I could actually pay you back the rent I owe you.
I can lend you money. I saved $3.46.
Aunt Anna needs grown-up money.
Like...
at least $40.
Well, thank you, ladies, for trying to help out.
Just don't forget about us
when you finally sell one of your paintings.
Yeah.
Speaking of which...
Oh, my gosh. What time is it?
- 1:30. - I'm gonna be late. Here.
- I'm so sorry. I have to go. - Do what you have to do.
- See you back at the house. - Okay.
Next time, I promise, extra hot chocolate.
Bye-bye!
All right, let's go see Santa.
♪ ♪
Excuse me. I'm looking for Julia.
Yes.
I'm Anna Parisi.
I have an appointment.
Oh, yes, uh, the new painter.
What can I do for you?
Actually, I am looking for my first gallery show.
Uh-huh, and what experience do you have?
I have a Masters from The School of Visual Arts.
I have three years experience as a studio assistant.
- I have two years... - Who represents you?
Well, actually, uh...
I am between agents at the moment,
but I brought some of my work.
I specialize mainly in contemporary realism.
Uh, the Hope Gallery is a place for serious artists.
Oh, but I am.
It's a place for names in the art world.
Respected artists, not people on their way up.
Assuming that's the direction you're going.
No offense.
How could I possibly take offense to that?
♪ ♪
Coffee.
Good idea.
- Not so fast. - Oh.
Just tell Don you want to set up a meeting,
and I'll be happy to go over the campaign for him.
- Anna, how did it go? - Ugh.
- Oh, that good, huh? - Yeah.
Want a little pick-me-up?
- The usual? - Yes, please.
Okay, that's a medium roast coffee,
and a banana nut muffin to go.
Hey, hold on. I've got a call ringing in.
[beeping]
There you go.
And thank you.
There's a little something special
for your nieces in there, on the house.
Thank you. That's so sweet. They're gonna love it.
Sure.
Sir?
Hey, let me call you back in five minutes.
Are all your cakes pre-sliced?
Are you looking for something for the holidays?
Actually, I kinda forgot my assistant's birthday,
and I'm just not sure what she likes.
Okay. Tell you what. If it's all right with you,
I'll let you go ahead and look around at what we have,
and I'll take this young lady's order.
It'll just take a minute.
- One special, please. - Okay.
Hi. Are you looking for a special birthday treat?
Um, hello, and...
yes.
Ask for an off-the-menu sampler.
- Excuse me? - Eva doesn't advertise it,
but she has several over-the-top cupcake flavors every day.
And she always sells out, but...
Not bad.
I'm just trying to help, so...
Thanks, Eva! Have a good day.
CUSTOMER: Morning, Eva.
- Here you go. - Thanks.
Um...
I'll have an off-the-menu sampler.
Well, all right then.
♪ ♪
All that experience, and it's like she didn't even care.
She didn't even look at my work.
Well, maybe you're just showing the wrong stuff.
Have you ever thought about presenting
some of the other pieces you've done?
The Christmas stuff?
- It's good. - But those aren't art.
Those are just paintings that I do for fun.
They're illustrations.
Well, so? If it's where your heart is...
I want to be taken seriously as an artist,
and no gallery is gonna hang paintings
of Santa Claus or Christmas trees.
I'd put them up in the restaurant in a heartbeat,
if you'd let me.
I'm close. I know I am.
I've just worked too hard to give up.
Just kills me that I'm always late on rent.
Like you said, you could always get a job shopping.
I'm serious.
Will you stop worrying about it?
You're family.
Besides, that way I don't feel so guilty
when I ask you to babysit all the time.
True.
Like tonight?
I really have to run by the restaurant.
We have been so busy.
And on top of all that,
now the restaurant is supposed to cater
the mayor's annual Christmas party.
You're kidding. That's amazing.
It's stressful.
Don't even worry about the babysitting.
You don't even have to ask.
Come here.
Hang in there.
All it takes is one person to notice, right?
[sighs]
♪ ♪ ["Deck the Halls"]
Your product is a vacuum.
I don't how young we can go with the approach, Celia.
[ringing]
You know me and my team
will come up with something brilliant for you.
- What is that, red velvet? - I think it is.
- Marc's the best. - Really good.
Believe me when I say
our goal is to make you and your product successful.
[phone rings]
Marc Rehnquist's office.
Of course, Mr. Maxwell. I'll let him know.
Sounds good.
Okay, bye. What is it?
Edward's office just called. He's on his way down here.
It sounded big.
[sighs]
Oh, and your mother called again.
I'll call her back when we're done.
Okay.
- Hello, sir. - Edward.
Marc, we've got a big problem.
- What is it? - Nina Collins called.
She's having second thoughts on the Cerulean Digital campaign
we pitched for next Christmas.
Second thoughts?
We've spent hundreds of man hours developing that campaign.
And she thinks it's too similar to this year's.
No, the problem is she doesn't like anything we pitch.
- She is particular. - She's indecisive.
She's gonna be in on Tuesday. She wants to see what we have.
Six days?
What do you say, Marc?
You up for a Christmas miracle?
Do you still want me to get your mother for you?
Cancel all of my meetings tomorrow
and book the conference room for the entire morning.
Okay.
Nope.
♪ ♪ ["Sugar Plum Fairy"]
[sighs]
"Personal shopper."
Huh.
♪ ♪
It's the cupcake girl.
Oh, it's the guy who forgot his assistant's birthday.
How were they?
I don't know. I don't eat sugar.
Ah. Well, you don't know what you're missing out on.
It seemed like she had a good birthday,
which is what matters most.
Good. Well, glad I could help out.
Yeah. Thanks again.
Have good day.
SANTA CLAUS: Thank you. Merry Christmas to you.
EVA: Hey, welcome back.
I'll have a coffee, please.
Okay. And you're back for some more cupcakes?
Actually, they were such a hit,
I thought I might try something new.
How about... a dozen muffins.
What kind?
Surprise me.
I'll box 'em up.
All right. Thank you.
I don't understand.
Why?
Huh? Why do we have to start over?
It's solid.
It's just like this year's campaign.
I don't disagree, but the fact is,
Nina Collins isn't happy.
And if she's not happy, Edward's not happy.
And I'm not about to lose this account
to one of our competitors, so...
If she wants us to go back to the drawing board,
that's exactly what we're gonna do.
Now let's come up with some new pitches.
Hey, how's it going in there?
[sighs] We got some good stuff.
I hope so.
Have you made a decision?
About?
Uh, the company Christmas present.
Remember? It's your turn this year.
Oh, right.
Listen, if you've got too much on your plate,
I can ask Terry to cover for you.
No, no, of course not.
I'll take care of it, Edward.
Okay.
♪ ♪
SANDY: It's the 11th.
The gumball machines are gonna take too long to order,
and we already did the water bottles
with the company logo on it a few years ago.
Okay. I'll think about it.
Fine, but the clock is ticking.
[knocking]
Mom. You're in my office.
Yeah.
I'll leave you two.
- Hi, honey. - Hi.
Hi.
Listen, I'm sorry I haven't called you back.
It's just... It's been crazy here.
So crazy that you haven't had a moment in the last month
to call your mother back?
It hasn't been a month.
Oh. Maybe it has.
Look, I'm not gonna hold you up here.
I was just in the neighborhood,
and thought I'd drop in and say hello.
And I was wondering...
what you're doing for Christmas this year.
[sighs] I don't know.
There's this big campaign I'm working on, and...
Well, I have an idea. Um...
How about you take some actual time off
and come spend the holidays with your family?
- I'll try. - You always try.
Honey, do you know that your sister and her husband
are flying in this year?
I mean, how long has it been since we've all been
together for the holidays?
On Christmas morning, we could all come downstairs
and open presents together, just like old times.
And you could actually see your nephews' faces
when they open their gifts from you.
It...
Just think about it, okay?
Okay.
- Bye, honey. - Bye.
♪ ♪ [melancholy]
Gifts.
Yes.
[phone ringing]
Hello?
Hi, is this Anna Parisi?
This is she.
I was looking to hire you to help me...
Is this the Hope Gallery?
Wait. I'm sorry. Do I have the right number?
I was looking for the, uh, Christmas Gifter.
Oh, yes!
I'm sorry. That's me.
Great. I think I could use your help.
Are you available to meet today?
Oh. Uh...
Let me check my busy schedule.
Oh, look at that.
Just had a cancellation for this afternoon.
Is 2:00 okay?
My office is at Madison and 50th,
if there's a place you'd like to meet.
Actually, I know a place right near there.
I'll text you the address.
Great. I'm Marc, by the way.
Marc. Hi. I'll see you soon.
[softly squeals]
Uh...
♪ ♪
- Hi. - Hi.
- Is he here? - He's here.
- He's sitting right over there. - Okay.
Okay. You look great.
I'm meeting someone, and then I'll be back in the office.
Okay.
Hi.
James, let me call you back.
Cupcake girl?
[laughs]
You're the Christmas Gifter?
Anna.
Marc.
So what's going on?
Oh, Christmas is coming, and I think I need your help.
Can't say I'm surprised,
after you saved my assistant's birthday.
I've got a good feeling about you, Anna.
Well, I'm glad. I just want to make sure I can help.
So cute.
So do you have a lot of clients?
Um, oh, yeah, I, uh...
Honestly, you're my first one.
I'm actually an artist, technically.
I just haven't been able to, you know,
make a living at it.
So you decided to try something new.
If you trust me,
I promise, I will do my best to make your life easier,
and find thoughtful, meaningful gifts
for the people in your life.
You rehearsed.
You could tell?
Just a smidge.
[laughs]
What do you charge?
Oh. Uh...
I actually haven't thought that far ahead.
Would $30 an hour be acceptable?
It would...
be acceptable.
Great.
Oh, wow. You have a spreadsheet and everything.
There are 13 shopping days left till Christmas.
There are 12 names and 12 gift ideas.
Does it also say who's naughty and who's nice?
Smart watch. Didn't they just come out?
That's for my oldest friend, Graham Ainsley.
We've been doing these gift competitions,
trying to top each other year after year.
We've been doing it since we were roommates in prep school.
That's a long time.
Of course, it wasn't smart watches back then.
Usually, we were so broke, we would watch the Knicks games,
and eat ramen in the dorm room.
Anyway, last year I got him a 70-inch flat screen TV,
and he got me my own massage chair.
Did you need your own massage chair?
No, not really.
But that's the point of Christmas, right?
Giving?
Just start with the smart watch, then we'll talk.
Okay.
Here is my credit card and my business card.
It's got my cell phone number on there
in case you have any questions.
Sure. [cell phone rings]
Sorry.
This is Marc.
Uh, hold on.
Don't worry, Anna. I trust you.
- It's all gonna be fine. - [laughs]
Bye.
So...
what do you think?
Not bad.
Cute.
A little uptight.
The job.
Oh.
The job.
Well, I've got a list and a credit card,
so how hard could it be?
Right.
♪ ♪
SALESPERSON: Can I help you?
Yes, actually. I am looking to buy a smart watch.
Oh. We've been sold out of those for weeks,
but there's a wait list, if you'd like to give it a try.
They should be back in stock by February.
But I need it by Christmas.
I'm sorry.
But if you are into high-end electronics,
perhaps you'd like to look at the GPS-equipped keychains?
Or an alarm clock that projects the weather report.
I know. How about a massage chair?
[sighs] No. That was last year.
Well, look around, and if you see anything you'd like,
just let me know.
Thank you.
♪ ♪
[chair rumbling]
Ow.
Uh-huh.
♪ ♪
The second elevator, just right down the hall.
- Hi. Can I help you? - Um, yes.
I'm looking for Marc Rehnquist.
And who may I ask is calling?
Anna Parisi.
Okay. Hold on.
Yes, I have a Miss Anna Parisi for Mr. Rehnquist.
Uh-huh.
Okay. Thank you.
Okay, if I can just have you sign in right here.
Oh.
♪ ♪
Hello?
MARC: Hey, come on in.
Hi.
- Anna. - Is this a bad time?
I have a department meeting in a couple minutes.
Were you able to get the gift for Graham?
Yes.
[clears throat]
There you go.
This doesn't look like a smart watch.
Oh. They were sold out.
I went into five stores, plus online,
and I couldn't find any.
That is a gift certificate to the highest-rated
ramen restaurant in the city,
plus two courtside Knicks tickets.
Anna, I don't understand.
What was the point of me giving you a list?
Right. Like I said, they were sold out.
So you got him a gift certificate?
Well, it didn't really sound like you or Graham
needed any more expensive gifts,
so I thought it might be nice for the two of you
to spend some time together,
and, you know, recreate some old memories.
And now that you're adults,
you don't have to eat instant ramen
or stay home to watch the game, so...
But that's not what I asked you to do.
No, but personally...
I think that your friend will appreciate these more than,
you know, a fancy TV or a massage chair.
I'm sorry, it's just...
Maybe it would be simpler if I just did it myself.
You know?
Are you firing me?
[intercom beeps]
WOMAN: They're ready for you, Mr. Rehnquist.
Just tell 'em I'll be right there.
I don't know, maybe...
I'm not sure. [sighs]
I just need some time to think about it, okay?
I could always take it back and get him something else.
No, I'll have Sandy write you a check
for the work you've already done.
Okay.
Um, uh...
Thank you.
I-I really do have to get going.
Right. Okay.
Hey, maybe I'll see you around at the bakery?
Maybe.
[sighs]
♪ ♪ [sad]
[sighs]
Will there be anything else, Mr. Rehnquist?
Just some papers on my desk I need messengered out.
All right. Good night, Sandy.
- Thanks. - Good night.
♪ ♪
Hi, this is Sandy in Marc Rehnquist's office.
I need a messenger pickup.
[laughing]
Girls, those are beautiful.
Our decorations are always fancier than our friends.
That's 'cause we have a real artist making ours.
Oh! [chuckles]
Well, decorations don't need to be fancy or made by an artist.
It's about the memories you make
and the thought you put into them.
Well, at least that's what I always thought,
but I guess some people don't agree.
He didn't like the gift.
Okay. I know it's not exactly what he picked out,
but it was good.
I'm sorry.
I'm not giving up. I know I can make this work.
I just need more clients.
Maybe I'll make a website.
And do you think I could put some flyers in the restaurant?
Of course.
Oh, no!
- I'm trapped! - [giggling]
Marie, I think we may have gone overboard on the paper chains.
A little.
[laughing]
♪ ♪ ["Jingle Bells"]
[doorbell rings]
[sighs]
Hey! Graham.
- How you doing, bud? - What's up, man?
- It's so good to see you, man. - You too.
Hey, listen. I can't stay.
Wife's waiting in the cab, but I just...
had to thank you in person.
For what?
Noodles and hoops, man!
You upgraded our prep school tradition.
Oh, yeah. Yeah, right. Yeah, that was, uh...
that was the idea.
The TV was cool, but I gotta admit,
I haven't even opened it. Already had one.
Well, listen, I gotta run, but we gotta get together
after the holidays.
- Right. - Okay?
- Yeah. - You, uh, you going for work?
No, Hawaii.
Taking the family. In-laws too.
You know, 'tis the season, right?
Right.
Hey, good to see you. See you soon.
Yeah, it's good to see you too.
Thanks again, man. Great gift.
[chuckles]
♪ ♪
[phone ringing]
Hello?
It's Marc.
Marc.
Marc!
Hi.
I didn't wake you, did I?
No, no, no. I was just, you know,
came back from a run around the neighborhood.
I want to talk.
Can we meet at the bakery in an hour?
Yeah.
Yeah, sure, of course.
Great. I'll see you then.
♪ ♪
MARC: So I wanted to talk to you about Graham's gift.
Listen, I've been thinking about that, and I'm sorry.
I should've just asked you what else you wanted to buy him.
I'm sorry. I overreacted. I shouldn't have fired you.
You mean...
He loved it.
Oh? Oh!
Oh, that's great!
So instead of second-guessing you,
I'm gonna give you more work.
Really?
Every year, the CEO picks a different department head
to handle the company Christmas gifts.
And this year, it's your turn.
The problem is, is there's hundreds of people,
and I have to pick a gift for everyone.
Help me. Where do I even begin?
Well, usually I ask people questions,
but I think I'd look pretty suspicious,
trolling the halls of your agency,
asking strangers what they want for Christmas.
Yeah. That would be pretty strange, wouldn't it?
Yeah.
Unless...
I've got it. The company Christmas party.
Oh, it's perfect. All the employees are gonna be there.
There's gonna be food, music, mingling.
It'd be a great opportunity to...
To secretly interview a hundred guests?
[laughing]
Let's just start with a sampling.
My department.
Okay. That's more manageable. When is it?
The 13th.
The 13th, as in tomorrow night?
I know it's short notice, but what do you say?
Be my date?
You know, for research.
Oh.
Well, you know, it's not every day you get invited
to the Taylor Maxwell Christmas party.
For research.
Why not?
He wants me to help pick out the office Christmas present.
And he thought that if I met everyone, it would help.
Last night, it sounded like you were fired.
Well, it only takes one person to notice, right?
- Come on. - Where are we going?
I'm gonna take you to buy the perfect outfit for the party.
♪ ♪
I'm waiting right here.
♪ Jingle bells, jingle bells ♪
♪ Jingle all the way ♪
♪ Oh, what fun it is to ride ♪
♪ In a one-horse open sleigh ♪
♪ Jingle bells, jingle bells ♪
♪ Jingle all the way ♪
♪ Oh, what fun it is to ride ♪
♪ In a one-horse open sleigh ♪
Yes.
♪ ♪
[chatter]
Merry Christmas. Nice to see you.
Edward, Merry Christmas.
- Merry Christmas. - Nice to see you.
Anna.
- Hi. - Hi.
Thank you for coming.
My company Christmas parties
are a lot less exciting than this one.
You know, just me.
Yeah, well, Secret Santa must be pretty obvious then, huh?
[laughs]
Oh, let me just, uh, just...
What are you doing?
You look like you're about to go to a pitch meeting or something.
Oh, it's just... It's just the way I like it.
Do you ever relax?
Of course I relax.
Oh, yeah? When?
I just do.
[laughs]
Come on in.
All right. Let's do this.
♪ ♪
MARC: That campaign was a real success.
Everyone is proud of that one.
The numbers since...
Angie, are you doing anything special for the holidays?
Just spending time with the family.
My son says I work too much sometimes.
Aww. [chuckles]
My mother-in-law is visiting me.
Oh, you don't sound thrilled.
No, she's not a bad person.
It's just, she used to run a restaurant,
so she is very particular about Christmas dinner.
Sharon has been practicing for weeks.
Is that why there's been a different dish
in the office kitchen every other day?
I'm trying out new recipes.
Wait, wasn't there something with...
Was it parsnips?
Yes. Creamed spinach and parsnips.
- That sounds amazing. - It was.
You're gonna impress your mother-in-law with that one.
Thank you!
He stops here. Look at this.
Look at him.
WOMAN: What did the gingerbread man put on his bed?
A cookie sheet.
[laughing]
[chatter]
See, you have to limit the height on the follow through.
Right. Limited follow through.
No, no, no. You don't limit the follow through.
It's about the hands.
I still have no idea what I'm supposed to get them.
It's hard to find that one gift
that everybody would enjoy, you know?
I mean, Brian likes golf, Sharon's working on her cooking.
Everyone likes something different.
You know, one thing I think everyone would probably like
is a break.
What do you mean?
What do you think about giving people time off this Christmas,
say the week between Christmas and New Year's?
That way, Angie gets to spend quality time with her son,
and Brian can play golf.
Sharon can entertain her in-laws,
and Ben can just be with his new baby.
It's one-size-fits-all,
and you don't have to pre-order it.
- A week off, huh? - Yeah.
I guess I do push my staff to think outside the box.
But this is definitely outside the box.
Just remember Graham.
Cheers.
♪ ♪
MARC: Does that cover everything?
Uh, just one more thing.
I was wondering if you'd come to a decision
on the company Christmas gift?
- Actually, I have. - And?
Well, after speaking with all of you at the party,
I have a rather radical idea I'd like to run by everyone.
Sharon, do we have any flexibility
with company vacation days?
I know you're all anxious to get back to work,
but we have an announcement
I think you're gonna really gonna want to hear.
Marc?
Now, I know none of you have received
the company Christmas gift yet this year.
Probably because they put me in charge.
[chuckling]
So as a result, there will be no gift.
Instead, all Taylor and Maxwell employees will receive
one week off between Christmas and New Year's,
fully paid.
- [excited chatter] - This is great!
Does this mean you'll be taking a week off, as well?
We'll see.
Merry Christmas.
They were laughing, smiling.
They really seemed to enjoy the gift.
You were right. Thank you.
You're welcome.
You earned it.
[gasps]
There's a little bonus in there too.
[phone vibrating]
If you need to get that...
No. I'll call 'em back.
Wow.
This really looks delicious.
Everything all right over here?
Marie, your sister wasn't kidding.
This is fantastic.
Well, I'm glad you like it.
Matter of fact, if it's okay with you,
I'd like to order a couple pies and take 'em back to the office,
say maybe three?
No.
Let's do five.
I'll get right on that.
Mm.
♪ ♪
♪ Hoo-ooh ♪
♪ If I could have one wish this Christmas ♪
♪ I'd only ask to be with you ♪
♪ So tell me that you'll be with me ♪
♪ When Christmas Eve comes round ♪
♪ Old St. Nick and the reindeer are coming to town ♪
- Merry Christmas, young lady. - Hi.
♪ But, baby, you're the one and only one ♪
♪ That I want around ♪
♪ So I sing ♪
♪ Jingle bells, jingle bells ♪
♪ Quarter in the wishing well ♪
♪ Wishing that this holiday ♪
♪ Will make you wait to celebrate Christmas ♪
♪ Here with me ♪
MAN: This unit will be ready for move-in on the first.
It's nothing fancy, but it's clean and well-taken care of.
The light is amazing in here. Great for painting.
Yep. This side gets indirect sunlight almost all day.
You an artist?
In my free time.
I'm actually a personal shopper.
Doesn't matter to me. As long as the rent's on time.
May I ask why you're thinking about vacating
your current apartment?
It's time for a change.
ANGIE: And there you have it.
Well?
I'm sorry.
You have clearly put a lot of time and energy
into these pitches,
and I appreciate the effort,
but they're just not what I'm looking for.
They're not personal enough.
I need something timeless, special.
Of course.
We'll continue to work on it.
On that note, we have another meeting.
Call me when you have something.
Absolutely.
It's always a pleasure.
Take care.
Another meeting.
With who, huh?
Oh, wait, I know. Our biggest competitor.
Look, look, we don't know that.
- We? - Let's all just take a break,
and then we'll regroup.
MARC: Hey, Eva.
I think I need one of your off-the-menu cupcakes.
You got it.
BOTH: What are you doing here?
Want to join me?
I think my company's about to lose a huge client.
Uh-oh.
Yeah. I've done hundreds of campaigns over the years.
I just don't know how to give 'em what they want.
You?
I'm actually celebrating.
Okay, one eggnog spice cupcake.
Wait. You ordered a cupcake?
Someone told me I didn't know what I was missing.
And?
Mm.
She was right. Mm!
So what are you celebrating?
I am finally moving ahead with my life.
New job, a new apartment, new life.
What about your art?
Oh, well, you know. It'll always be there.
It's just, I don't know.
Maybe it's time for me to grow up.
You know, I haven't told a lot of people this,
but I actually have a degree in creative writing.
Really?
Yeah. Thought I was gonna be the next Updike.
Tom Wolfe.
What happened?
People weren't exactly climbing over each other
to hire a kid with a creative writing degree.
So I took the only job I could find.
A copywriter for a small advertising agency.
You know, the funny thing is, no matter how hard you try,
you can never predict what will happen
or where you'll end up.
True.
So why personal shopping?
Oh, you should ask my sister that.
Sounds like you're close.
Yeah, you could say that.
She's always encouraging me, and she believes in me.
What about you? Are you close with your family?
Well, my sister lives in Phoenix with her husband and two boys,
and I haven't talked with her in I don't know how long.
My parents live out in Long Island,
and I talk to them maybe once a month.
But you're gonna see them on Christmas, right?
I gotta be honest. I'm usually busy working.
On Christmas?
I know.
I don't see my family all the time,
but I make sure to meet at my sister's
every Christmas morning.
Yeah?
Maybe I should call my sister, see how she's doing.
Promise me that you're gonna make an effort
to see your family on Christmas.
I mean, even if it's just for a couple of hours.
Marc, promise me.
Wait. Aren't I your boss?
What are you doing right now?
I'm going back to the office. Why?
- I have an idea. - Oh, no.
- It's a good one. - I bet.
I'm gonna go shopping for the rest of the gifts on your list.
And you are coming with me.
Wait, wasn't the whole point of me hiring someone
was so that I didn't have to go shopping?
Oh, come on. No one's gonna miss you for one hour, are they?
- One hour. - I promise.
And then you can go back to doing all that hard work
I know you enjoy doing so much.
I'm gonna hold you to it.
Let's go.
♪ ♪
♪ Hang the Christmas ♪
♪ Decorations ♪
♪ Let the season ♪
- ♪ Bring out the kid in you ♪ - Ooh, hats.
Put it on. This one looks good.
- Nice. - We'll get this one for you.
Come on. Let's see.
Oh, you look so cute.
♪ There's nothing quite like spending Christmas ♪
♪ With you ♪
♪ Watch the twinkle ♪
♪ Of the tree lights ♪
♪ As the snow falls ♪
For Sandy.
I've got a better idea.
MARC: An e-reader?
ANNA: Have you ever seen that stack of books behind her desk?
Huh?
You really don't pay attention to the little details, do you?
You've made your point.
♪ No candy canes No stockings ♪
♪ Stuffed to the brim ♪
♪ Are sweet as you here right at my side ♪
Okay, this is what we need now.
This right here.
- For who? - For you.
For me? You gonna help me put the lights on?
I think the lights are already included.
What, one strand, two strands?
Well, that was a productive day.
And according to this,
we've gotten gifts for everybody on this list.
I could've never done it without you.
Well, I could've done it without you, technically,
but it was a lot more fun this way.
Yeah, I agree.
So what's next?
Actually...
I think we're finished.
Really?
We got gifts for all 12 people on the list.
Wow.
12 gifts.
I guess that means...
I guess we really are finished.
You know, Anna, if you need any recommendation or anything,
- I'd be happy to... - Oh, yeah.
I'm thinking about putting up a website, so maybe a review?
Absolutely. Anything I can do.
Seriously, Anna, I...
Thank you.
Thank you. You know, taking a chance on me.
And who knows? Maybe I'll see you at Eva's one day.
Maybe.
Sorry.
Well...
Bye.
Hey.
- Hey. - Hi.
Everything okay?
It's official.
My first job has come to an end.
Well, now that you got one under your belt,
I'm sure you could take on more clients.
There's still eight days till Christmas.
Yeah, you're right.
Unless it wasn't just the job you enjoyed.
If you're not busy, can we color?
I think that sounds like a fantastic idea.
[gasps] While you're at it,
would you mind doing bath and bedtime too?
This mayor thing's got me swamped.
[gasps] Which reminds me.
Sunday, the 21st, can you babysit?
If not, I can ask Mom.
No. Of course I'll babysit.
So what do we think, girls?
Three musketeers tonight?
Yeah!
Thank you.
♪ ♪
Okay, Anna.
You win.
- [phone ringing] - Oh.
Sorry. Hello?
Hey, Yvonne, it's your brother.
Marc. What a surprise.
Mom said you were visiting.
Uh, yes. Yeah, we got in Monday night.
Hey, are you free for lunch tomorrow?
I'd love to catch up.
Lunch.
Is that surprising?
He's asking me to lunch.
I wonder what's gotten into him.
Hold on.
So where should I meet you?
♪ ♪
YVONNE: So what's up?
There's something different about you.
I don't know what it is. Are you sleeping okay?
Fine. How is everyone?
Well...
they're hoping you'll make it out to the house for Christmas.
Oh, come on.
The boys wanna see their Uncle Marc.
I know. It's just...
It's what? The world is not going to fall apart
if you spend some time with us, will it?
What's so funny?
Just sounds like something someone I know would say.
So can I tell Mom you're coming?
You can tell Mom I'm seriously considering it.
Good. What are you doing this Saturday?
I usually go to the office for a bit.
We're going ice skating. Why don't you come with us?
[laughs]
Are you kidding?
I haven't been ice skating since we were kids.
Perfect. Then it'll be fun for me to watch.
Can I bring someone?
What, like a date?
Like a friend.
Sure.
I don't see why not.
[knocking]
Who is it?
The guy who forgot his assistant's birthday.
Ohh!
Marc.
Uh, coming!
MARC: I hope you don't mind me stopping by.
I got your address from your paperwork.
Anna, are you down here?
Anna?
[exhales]
Hey.
Hi. So this is where you live?
Yeah. Uh...
Forgot to mention that I live in my sister's basement.
It's not that bad. It's cute.
It's cozy.
- You're close to family. - Mm-hmm.
- Are these all yours? - Yep.
Wow.
Did you paint this?
It's really good.
Oh, that was just for fun.
For fun?
Look at the details. It's incredible.
When we were little,
there was this farm right outside of the city
that my parents used to take me and my sister to
to go to see Santa every year,
take pictures and drink warm apple cider,
eat homemade donuts by the fire.
I just always thought...
that's the way Christmas should be.
You've got talent, Anna.
Thanks.
But that's not exactly what I wanna be known for.
Are you sure? Because I think you captured something
really beautiful here.
The reason why I'm here...
Did we forget someone's present?
Actually, I added some gifts to the list.
Oh.
This year, it looks like I may be spending Christmas
with my family for the first time in a long time,
and being that it's all your fault...
Oh, hey, now. [laughs]
I could really use your help
getting my family Christmas gifts.
Can you ice skate?
Three months of lessons... when I was nine.
Perfect. I'll pick you up Saturday at 11.
Okay.
They're nice work. Really.
[sighs]
♪ Joy to the world ♪
♪ The Lord is come ♪
♪ Let Earth receive her king ♪
♪ Let every heart ♪
♪ Prepare Him room ♪
Oh. Look!
Uncle Marc!
Hey, buddy. How's it going?
Thanks for coming.
So are you gonna introduce us to your friend?
Oh, yeah.
Eric, Yvonne, Jackson, Cooper,
this is Anna, my friend.
- Hi. - Does she help you skate?
Uh, well, actually, I'm the one who's out of practice.
I haven't been on the ice since I was about your age.
Well, I can definitely help you with that.
I just might take you up on that.
But you need skates first.
Oh, well, then why don't you show me where I can get them?
Sure.
Where'd you get that hat?
♪ ♪
["We Wish You a Merry Christmas"]
Careful.
Don't worry, you'll be fine.
- Well? - What?
You're gonna leave her to fend for herself with the boys?
What about you? Are you coming?
Of course. Gotta show you how it's done,
like when we were kids.
- Come skate with me. - Be careful with Uncle Marc.
Yeah, he sits in an office all day.
He probably doesn't exercise much.
[laughter]
Let's take off. Come on.
- [Anna laughs] - I've got ya.
He's so good with the boys, huh?
Oh, yeah.
I'm getting close.
They must be looking forward to Christmas.
They are. It used to be blocks and toy trains,
and now it's iPads and Xboxes and whatever.
What about you? Is there anything special
that you want for Christmas?
Honestly?
I just want the whole family to be together for Christmas.
The whole family!
I'm right on your tail. I'm right on your tail.
Well, maybe it will be different this year.
Hey!
Whoa!
I can't believe you won!
How about we go again?
In a minute. I better check on Anna.
You're just afraid I'll beat you again.
That too.
You're really good.
Oh, I used to play hockey in high school.
Did you? I can tell.
How about a little hot chocolate break?
- ERIC: Watch the skaters. - YVONNE: Go with Daddy.
Careful now.
Do you wanna go for a lap?
Sure.
Just take my hand.
MARC: Here we go.
I got you.
We'll go nice and slow, nice and slow.
Here.
There you go.
Perfect.
You got it.
How you doing? Good?
I think I'm getting it. [laughing]
I think you are too.
[squeals]
There you go.
You got it! Come to me. Come to me.
You got it. Come to me, come to me.
Oh, there you go.
♪ ♪
I actually think the boys are gonna love their gifts.
Yeah? Even though they're not getting their own,
I don't know, drivable mini Ferraris?
I'm not that over-the-top.
Someone should make that Ferrari.
- How cool would that be? - [laughs]
Oh, that's so beautiful.
[phone rings]
I'd better take this.
Okay.
Hi, Mom.
Hi, honey. I know how busy you are, so I'll, um,
cut to the chase.
I appreciate that.
I was just chatting with your sister this morning,
and she told me you brought a friend
to the ice rink yesterday.
I guess the love of gossip didn't skip a generation.
Yvonne seems to think that you and this girl
had something.
Mom...
Yvonne seems to think she's pretty special.
Well, she is pretty special.
See? I knew it.
Well, you have to bring her to Sunday dinner.
Look, Mom...
Honey, come on. You work too much.
You never take any time for yourself.
If you have finally found someone special,
I want to meet her.
I'll take that as a yes.
Mom...
6:00, Sunday night.
Do not be late.
Yes!
What is it?
My mom just invited us to her house for dinner tonight.
Really? Us?
Well, I guess it would be the perfect opportunity
to find out what everybody wants for Christmas.
Really? You don't mind?
No. I think it'd be fun.
Great.
[knocking]
Coming.
Hi, Aunt Anna!
Okay, I have a lasagna in the oven.
They both had baths last night, so just skip it.
Oh, Marie, I can't babysit them tonight.
I have dinner with Marc's family.
What? But it's the 21st.
I have the mayor's Christmas party tonight.
- Oh. - You forgot.
Oh, I am so sorry.
I guess I've just been so busy with the shopping thing,
I forgot what day it was.
Frankie's already there.
I have to leave in 10 minutes.
It's okay. I'll just call Marc
and let him know that I can't make it.
It's fine.
There'll be plenty of other chances to meet them.
- You sure? - Yeah.
Oh, thank you. You are a lifesaver.
You be good. Okay?
Thank you.
Okay, girls, go on and play.
[sighs]
Marc, hi, it's Anna.
I am so sorry to have to cancel at the absolute last minute,
but I messed up.
I forgot I have to babysit my nieces tonight.
Well, that's okay. Why don't we just bring them?
Really?
Yes. My mom loves kids.
Plus they can hang out with the boys.
Okay.
So we still on for 5:00?
Sure.
Great. I'll see you then.
Bye.
Hey, girls!
Who wants to do Aunt Anna a really big favor?
♪ ♪ ["O Christmas Tree"]
- Hi. - Hi.
Do I look okay?
I'm not sure.
Oh. Uh, is something wrong?
Yeah.
You're missing this.
- Marc! - Open it.
You didn't have to.
Would you just open it, please?
Marc.
Think of it as a token of my appreciation
for all the time and effort you've put into this job.
Okay.
All right.
Thank you. It's beautiful.
Besides, we're not done shopping for my family yet,
so you should get something extra out of it.
Well, that is very sweet of you, but...
I'm actually enjoying it.
Yeah. Me too.
Hey!
Who are these little beauties?
These are my nieces.
This is Sophia, and this is Bella.
Hi, Sophia. Hi, Bella.
Ladies, you ready?
♪ Angels we have heard on high ♪
♪ Sweetly singing o'er the plains ♪
♪ And the mountains in reply ♪
MARC: What do you ladies think? This is where I grew up.
♪ Gloria ♪
♪ In excelsis Deo ♪
Just around this corner, and there it is.
Oh, wow.
♪ Him whose birth the angels sing ♪
♪ Come adore on bended knee ♪
♪ Christ the Lord the newborn king ♪
♪ Gloria ♪
Whoa.
You could fit our house into this house a hundred times.
I don't know about that. Maybe 50?
Okay. Okay, enough of that.
Now, remember, we are to be polite,
and on our best behavior, okay, ladies?
Okay.
So you ready to go meet the family?
Let's do this.
[kids laughing]
So, Anna, tell me, how did you and Marc meet?
Funny story, actually. Marc hired me to help him...
To help run the office.
You know, like filing, sorting, those kind of things.
Right. Lots of office work.
She's also a really talented artist.
She has lots of amazing paintings,
all sorts of Christmas scenes and...
Oh, well, those are just for fun.
Most of my work is more contemporary.
Honey, why don't you just stop fiddling with that thing?
I wanted to get a picture since we have the whole family here,
but this thing isn't working.
May I?
You just need to rotate it a few more...
There you go.
Thank you.
Maybe you should ask Santa for a new camera
for Christmas, hmm?
And what about you? Is there anything special you want?
No.
I have my whole family here.
I have everything in the world I could possibly want.
Case in point.
That is the last time the whole family sat for a portrait.
And that was before Marc went off to prep school.
And then there was college,
career...
Time just flies.
Uh, don't look at that, okay?
But you look so cute.
[timer dings]
That's the roast. Time for dinner, everyone.
JOYCE: Okay.
♪ ♪
Sophia, what do you have to say to Marc?
Thank you for dinner.
Your mom's pie was super delicious.
I'll be sure to tell her.
Go on inside. I'll be right in.
'Kay. Night.
Tonight was a nice night. Thank you for having us.
Are you kidding? It was great of you to come.
My mom loved having you.
She really likes you.
The whole family does.
Everyone.
Marc.
Yes?
I'm gonna need my niece back.
Oh. Right.
Well...
Good night.
[door closes]
So how was last night?
If I never see another chaffing dish again,
- it'll be too soon. - [chuckles]
Someone's in a good mood.
Yeah. I guess I just got inspired.
So how was dinner with the boyfriend?
He's not my boyfriend. He is my client.
You just had dinner with his family.
That hardly falls within the job description.
[laughs]
Look, it's okay if you like him.
Hey, I think it's great.
You deserve a smart, successful guy.
Okay. Maybe a little.
I knew it.
[giggling]
But I'm working for him. He is my boss.
For now.
Nina. What a surprise.
EDWARD: Nina and I were just discussing the situation.
Look, we've worked well together for many years,
so I wanted to be upfront with you.
Okay.
Do you know how much business we do in December alone?
Actually, I do.
And I'm sure you also know
that several of your competitors have already made overtures
to my office, trying to get our business.
Nina, I know we haven't exactly hit what you're looking for.
Next year's Cerulean Christmas campaign
needs to be something simple but special, Marc.
Something memorable.
Stop trying to sell.
Find me something to feel.
We'll get there. I promise you.
For the sake of our relationship and of the future,
I hope you're right.
Your team has one more shot to give us something great,
or we're bringing our business elsewhere.
Good day, gentlemen.
Marc...
I know.
Believe me, I know.
Something to feel.
[sighs]
Something to feel.
I got it.
♪ ♪
Can you reschedule my 11:00? There's something I need to do.
Sure, Mr. Rehnquist.
Marc. Is everything okay?
I need a favor.
We spent the better part of the last three months
pitching Cerulean our best ideas to no avail.
You know why?
They don't want our best ideas.
They don't want slick ad campaigns.
They don't want us to sell anything or anyone.
This campaign is about feeling.
Sure, they want to sell laptops, but first and foremost,
they want their buyers to feel joy, goodwill towards men.
And here is how we're going to do it.
♪ ♪
ANNA: Marie, come in.
Marie, since when do you kno...
Marc!
Anna, hi.
Hey, I-I know I should've called.
I just... I had to come right over.
All right. What are you doing here?
These are for you.
Thank you. These are gorgeous.
I'm glad you think so because I want this to be a big moment.
Oh.
I think you and I make a great team.
So do I.
Which gave me a good idea.
I think it's time...
Yeah? [laughs]
That you and I work together on something
a lot bigger than my Christmas gifts.
[laughs] Okay.
What?
Go ahead.
What is that?
That's the art for next year's
Cerulean Digital Christmas campaign.
Remember that account we were about to lose?
My team and I were struggling coming up with something.
Well, something wonderful to pitch to the clients.
And then I remembered your painting and thought
what a great way to strike an emotional chord.
It's exactly what we'd been missing.
You went behind my back.
Anna, I sold your art as the centerpiece
of one of the most prominent tech campaigns in the country.
But I told you.
I painted this for fun. I-I painted this for myself.
Do you know how hard I've worked
to get people to take me seriously as an artist?
This is taking you seriously.
You'd be able to get any job you wanted
in the graphic design world.
It's great money, great exposure,
everything you've always wanted.
It's always about business with you, isn't it?
What are you talking about?
I actually thought you had changed,
that you were opening up and connecting with people,
but it's always about the bottom line with you.
Anna, I was trying to help you.
No. You were trying to help your account.
I mean, how did you even get...
Marie.
- Anna, please, pl... - Stop.
I'm sorry. It...
I just need some time to think about this.
Anna, please.
Just...
Just go, okay?
Okay.
I'm sorry. I...
♪ ♪ [somber]
♪ ♪ ["Silent Night"]
Hi. I'm calling about the studio apartment.
Is it still available?
Should I messenger this over,
or would you prefer to hand deliver it?
Huh?
It's Anna's Cerulean contract.
Oh. Oh, don't messenger that. I'll take care of it.
Um, I'm gonna take off for the evening,
unless there's something you need.
No. No, I'm good. Everything's covered.
Including all of your family's Christmas gifts?
[chuckles] Better call up Anna.
♪ ♪
It's Christmas Eve.
You're really leaving?
Do you have somewhere to go?
I called, and they said the apartment
could be ready earlier, if I wanted it, so...
I'm gonna move in after Christmas.
Look, I know you're mad, but I was hoping
that we could at least talk about what happened.
You knew how I felt about those paintings.
I just thought that if someone finally recognized your work...
The only thing that Marc recognized
was an opportunity for himself.
You know, all this time, I just thought he was changing,
that maybe my first impression of him was wrong.
Have you ever thought that maybe he does wanna help?
I need to be alone, please.
[sighs]
♪ ♪ [somber]
♪ ♪ ["Joy to the World"]
- Merry Christmas. - Uncle Marc!
What are you two still doing in your pajamas?
We slept over.
Mom said Santa would know we were at Grandma's.
Santa's pretty good about that kind of stuff.
Really on top of it.
Good morning! Oh!
It's so good to see you bright and early like this.
Yeah.
Would you like some coffee?
Yeah, coffee would be great.
Ooh, what's this?
Hey, you two! Those go under the tree!
We're opening presents as a family this year.
I was hoping we might see Anna today.
She's such a lovely girl. So talented too.
Yeah.
What's she doing for the holiday?
I don't know.
Honey, what happened?
I don't want to talk about it.
Uh, careful with that. That might be fragile.
Is it? Is it for me?
♪ ♪
["Deck the Halls"]
[gasps] A dollhouse!
Wait, wait, wait.
- Aw! - [laughing]
- Anna helped me pick it out. - Excellent.
She's really good at it.
[giggling]
Okay, Mom, it's your turn.
Oh, all right. Um...
I guess this one. Is this okay?
That one's from me.
Oh.
Oh! Look!
I'll use it for my tomatoes.
I mean, Anna, it's gorgeous.
Will you save a few for me after they grow?
I always do.
Okay, my turn.
Oh, Mom, it's gorgeous.
I made it myself.
It's really nice, Mom.
MOM: Oh, thank you, Anna.
Frankie, will you help the girls set up their new dollhouse?
Come help me in the kitchen.
Come on. You don't think I know
when you're pretending to have a good time?
I'm sorry. It's just...
I have so much on my mind.
Look, I know the Santa Claus painting
wasn't the type of art you planned on showing people.
Then why did you do it?
Because it's good.
And if that's where your heart is,
if that's what inspires you,
then who cares what some gallery thinks?
What's important is that you're true to yourself.
I believe in you.
And Marc believes in you too.
I know what you think about him,
but if you could've heard the way he talked about you
when he came into the restaurant the other day...
[chuckles] I don't know what you did,
but he is crazy about you.
[laughs]
You think I should call him?
It is Christmas.
You're right.
It's Christmas.
I can't just call him.
[laughs]
I'm so sorry. I have to go.
Go? Where... Where are you going?
I was just about to put in the ham and...
I know, Mom.
I'm so sorry, but there's something I have to do.
Where are you go... Where...
Where... Where is she going?
Probably to see her new boyfriend.
Anna has a boyfriend?
Mm-hmm.
♪ ♪["The First Noel"]
- Whoa! No way! - Let me see.
Oh, this is great, Jack.
Now we can do science experiments together.
Ohh!
Top of the line, Dad.
You can take all the family photos you want.
Where do you put the film in?
[chuckles]
You just push here.
[shutter clicks]
- And there it is. - Ah!
- I know it's not much, but... - [camera clicks]
- [laughs] - The very best present of all
is just the fact that you're here.
And that we're all together as a family.
Well, almost all.
- [doorbell rings] - I'll get it.
Anna.
- Marc, hi. - Come on in.
Thank you.
I hope I'm not interrupting.
I know it's Christmas and everything.
But...
I need to thank you...
for believing in me and...
and for helping make my dreams come true.
I, uh... You're welcome.
And I wanted to give you this.
What?
- Hi. - Hi.
Oh...
Actually, this is for the whole family.
- Wow. Thank you. - Oh, how nice.
Merry Christmas.
What is it?
Anna got us all a present.
I wanna open it!
Uh, no, no, no. Come on.
We're gonna go and open it in the other room.
Come on, let's go.
Anna, wait.
I need to apologize.
No. No, it's me who should apologize.
I was, um, a little dramatic.
No. You had every right to be upset.
I should've asked you to use your painting.
I guess I just got blinded by trying to please the company,
and your artwork was just so good.
Anna, you have to know that I would never, ever
do anything to hurt you.
Doesn't mean you weren't right.
Really?
You gave me an amazing opportunity.
I mean, not only for exposure,
but also to open me up to new possibilities.
Art is about creativity and being a free spirit.
It's not restrictive or rigid, so why should I be?
Those are certainly two words I would never use
to describe you.
What words would you use?
Smart, thoughtful,
caring,
endlessly imaginative.
JOYCE: Marc, Anna! Come see!
[laughs]
Welcome.
After speaking to each of you,
there was something very specific that everyone wanted.
Family.
Look at it. It's...
It's almost perfect.
Just one thing missing.
Mom, Anna did an amazing job.
What could possibly be missing?
Simple.
Anna's not in it.
Maybe next year, huh?
All right, everybody, um, I think dinner's probably ready.
You will join us for dinner, won't you?
Of course.
Good.
Come on.
You know, I agree with my mom.
I would really like it if you were around next Christmas.
You would?
Yeah.
Only...
not as my Christmas gifter.
No?
No.
But the best Christmas gift I've ever gotten.
Merry Christmas.
♪ ♪ [romantic]
♪ ♪
♪ Hang the Christmas ♪
♪ Decorations ♪
♪ Let the season ♪
♪ Bring out the kid in you ♪
♪ And, darling ♪
♪ I hope you feel it too ♪
♪ There's nothing quite like spending Christmas with you ♪
♪ Watch the twinkle ♪
♪ Of the tree lights ♪
♪ As the snow falls ♪
♪ And the sleigh bells ring ♪
♪ There's nothing ♪
♪ That I'd rather do ♪
♪ Than spend my time spending Christmas with you ♪
♪ No candy canes No stockings ♪
♪ Stuffed to the brim ♪
♪ Are sweet as you here right at my side ♪
♪ Don't need nothing else ♪
♪ When I've got you ♪
♪ There's nothing quite like spending Christmas with you ♪
♪ ♪
♪ Whoo-ooh ♪
♪ Angels we have heard on high ♪
♪ Sweetly singing o'er the plains ♪
♪ And the mountains in reply ♪
♪ Echoing their joyous strains ♪
♪ Gloria ♪
♪ In Excelsis Deo ♪
♪ Ooh ♪
♪ Come to Bethlehem and see ♪