There are some good messages being sent regarding overcoming disappointments, standing by your friends and helping out someone in danger. My son loves it and its nice to find another movie without guns to watch
Beverly Hills Chihuahua
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Common Sense says
Upbeat talking-animal adventure is fun for kids.
Themes in this movie include: family relationships, materialism
updated 10.09.09
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 5 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of Beverly Hills Chihuahua was written by Sandie Angulo Chen
Parents need to know that, like most movies featuring talking dogs (or animals of any kind, really), this upbeat adventure comedy will interest young pet lovers. The film doesn't have much in the way of iffy content except for some mild peril revolving around a dogfight promoter's mean mutt and a group of mountain lions that endanger the pup protagonist. Two dogs have a heartfelt romance, and two humans flirt. There are a few insults and some silly Mexican jokes (said by animals); e.g. "We're MexiCAN, not MexiCAN'T."
Families Can Talk About
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- Families can talk about the class and cultural issues the movie explores. At first, Chloe pretends not to like Papi. Why?
- How did Chloe's troubles in Mexico open her eyes to how other dogs live? Is that an important message for people too?
- What does Monte teach viewers about being proud of our heritage?
- Discuss what made kids want to see this movie -- the story, or all the advertising for it.
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What’s the Story?
Carried around in the latest Louis Vuitton dog purse and sporting a diamond-encrusted Harry Winston collar, Chloe the titular BEVERLY HILLS CHIHUAHUA (voiced by Drew Barrymore) is an ultra-pampered lap dog. When her owner, filthy-rich cosmetics maven Viv (Jamie Lee Curtis), goes on a business trip to Italy, she leaves Chloe in the care of her irresponsible young niece Rachel (Piper Perabo). During a "girls' weekend" trek to Mexico, Chloe leaves Rachel's hotel and is immediately dognapped into the seedy world of dog fighting. With the help of former police dog Delgado (Andy Garcia) Chloe escapes and attempts to return to Beverly Hills.
Is It Any Good?
Featuring a voice cast of mostly Latino stars -- from George Lopez as Chloe's courageous suitor Papi to Edward James Olmos as a mean attack dog named El Diablo -- Beverly Hills Chihuahua starts out feeling like a canine-focused episode of Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous and then morphs into a homeward-bound odyssey. As Chloe and Delgado try to cross the border and form an odd-couple friendship, he reclaims some of his former glory as a K-9 officer and she discovers her true "bark."
This talking-animal comedy even offers a perfectly timed lesson in Mexican dog heritage. Cornered by mountain lions, Delgado and Chloe are saved by a band of "tiny but mighty" Chihuahuas, whose leader, Monte (Placido Domingo), explains that the ancient breed used to be the chosen companions of the great Aztecs. They're not meant to be frivolously dressed lap dogs named FiFi but small warriors with a powerful bark. Ultimately, like Chloe, the movie looks like fluff but has a surprising amount of substance and style. Viva La Raza (of Chihuahuas, anyway)!
Movie Details
Studio: Disney, Director: Raja Gosnell
Run time: 91 minutes
Theatrical release: 10/2/2008, DVD release: 3/3/2009
MPAA Rating: PG for some mild thematic elements.
Run time: 91 minutes
Theatrical release: 10/2/2008, DVD release: 3/3/2009
MPAA Rating: PG for some mild thematic elements.
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Most Recent Reviews
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I rate this title on for age 4 and give it
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Cute
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I rate this title iffy for age 5 and give it
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- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
Terrible movie.
Hated it. It's more of a kids' movie. But some kids will probably find it stupid. Another Disney movie that stinks.
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I rate this title iffy for age 3 and give it
Moronic
I thjought it was pretty dumb. Mild action give thrills & bad dreams for little kids. Romance for 8 year old girls. Nothing really bad, just stupid.
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I rate this title iffy for age 3 and give it
Moronic
I thjought it was pretty dumb. Mild action give thrills & bad dreams for little kids. Romance for 8 year old girls. Nothing really bad, just stupid.
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I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
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Cute;)
i like it:) it was really funny. good for all ages.
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I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
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Cute;)
i like it:) it was really funny. good for all ages.
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I rate this title on for age 4 and give it
Very cute dog movie
Cute and pretty funny; okay for all ages.
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I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
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- Educational
- Good role models
Perfect movie!
cute and clever! every one will cheer, even parents!
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I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
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Cute Movie!!!!!!!!!!!
My children love this movie. I took my 9 year old twins and they loved it. The dogs were so cute and there was no cussing!
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I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
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- Good role models
Boring
the plot is really poor
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I rate this title on for age 7 and give it
REALLY OFFENSIVE TO DOG LOVERS
Ok .so the humor was funny, but the whole dog fight thing was absolutely not acceptable to be put in a movie that is geared toward little kids. And it made me want to cry because I love dogs. Plus it's illegal. So don't watch this if you love dogs.
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I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
Beverly Hills Chihuahua is cute and funny.
I mainly recommend this movie for kids and for some adults who like these movies the movie is fine for a lot of ages and entertaining for people who want to get away from strong violence and pervasive language.
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I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
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- Excessive consumerism
Totally cute dog fun for all.
This movie is adorable. Kids and tweens especially will love this movie. The only thing that bugged me was the whole idea of using dogs as accessories, carrying them around in handbags and such, like Paris Hilton for example. It gives kids the wrong idea. Other than that, the movie is packed with action and lots of laughs. The fight scene may scare a few..it was unnecessary to add that in I think. But the story gives a good message about friendship. Watch this with the youngsters and just have fun.
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I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
We love this movie! It is so fun to see how this little Beverly Hills dog becomes less prissy and finds the chihuahua of her dreams. All of the humor is totally kid appropriate.
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I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give it
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- Excessive violence
The dog fight scene can be very scary for kids
Both my kids were terrified of the dog fight scene. They begged me to turn it off and ran out of the room. (My kids are 8 and 6) I probably would not have bought the movie if I had known about that scene.
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I rate this title iffy for age 7 and give it
The cutest talking dog movie since Homeward Bound
I wasn't to sure about this movie. Me and my mom rented it and I was glad we did! A young female chihuahua Chloe was lost after a family relative brings her to mexico. Chloe gets kidnaped and brought to a dog fight. Though the seen was very sad to see all those dogs so helpless they were let free witch put a smile on my face! The songs went perfectly with the movie! I love them all. The songs include, Rich Girl, Low Rider, Hero, and many others! I would so buy it!
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I rate this title iffy for age 7 and give it
The cutest talking dog movie since Homeward Bound
I wasn't to sure about this movie. Me and my mom rented it and I was glad we did! A young female chihuahua Chloe was lost after a family relative brings her to mexico. Chloe gets kidnaped and brought to a dog fight. Though the seen was very sad to see all those dogs so helpless they were let free witch put a smile on my face! The songs went perfectly with the movie! I love them all. The songs include, Rich Girl, Low Rider, Hero, and many others! I would so buy it!
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I rate this title off for age 6 and give it
- My concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Excessive consumerism
I thought the movie makers took a great idea, a pampered pooch on hard times, and ruined it with the frightening dog fight and race around Mexico. Also, the musical track was terrible, with copies of Pirates of the Caribbean, that even my 10 year-old noticed. Waste of money.
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I rate this title off for age 6 and give it
- My concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Excessive consumerism
I thought the movie makers took a great idea, a pampered pooch on hard times, and ruined it with the frightening dog fight and race around Mexico. Also, the musical track was terrible, with copies of Pirates of the Caribbean, that even my 10 year-old noticed. Waste of money.
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I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
surprisingly cute!
Even though Rachel is running around Mexico with her aunt's rather attractive landscaper, the movie is very clear that they had separate hotel rooms. I much prefer this to films like Homeward Bound and Milo and Otis... it was a bit scary, but it was just... cuter. Less dark and depressing, somehow. I'd highly recommend it, even though I heard it got bad reviews.
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| 43% | of parents say it's too violent |
| 43% | of parents say they notice product placement |
| 29% | of parents say it gives kids positive messages |
| 29% | of parents don't think the messages are positive |
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