a bad movie! well for big kids anyway 4-9 and maybe 10 year olds will love it though i know i used too.
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The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3-D
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Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7. -
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Common Sense says
Kids will love the 3-D aspect of this movie.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 7 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3-D
Parents need to know that the line between fantasy and reality is often blurred here, so kids under 7 may be confused about what's imaginary and what isn't. There's some potty and gross-out humor involving 3-D vomiting and passing gas, and some mild action violence that's very cartoonish. One of the young characters was separated from his father. Another character appears to die, but turns out to be fine. Some of the creepy creatures (such as the Plug Hounds and the sharks) may frighten younger kids. Max is bullied by his classmates. Sensitive kids may be upset when Max's parents argue and appear to be on the brink of divorce.
Read our full review by Common Sense Media Editors
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the fact that this movie was based on the dreams and fantasies of the director's 7-year-old son -- which of your dreams is worthy of a movie? They could also talk about the importance of imagination and turning dreams into reality. Some kids may be inspired to start keep their own dream journal, just like Max.
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title iffy for age 4 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
bad
- I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give it
I lost six brain cells watching this
This movie suuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuucks!!!!!!!!!!!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
So lame.
Retarded Movie just as CSM said. Really lousy. That is about all I have to say.
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
DO NOT GO SEE THIS! YOU WILL LOSE BRAIN CELLS!
'Nuff said. ^^^^^^^
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
An adventure for kids of all ages!
Awesome
- I rate this title off for age 2 and give it
horible!!!!!! stupid!!!!!
*bad acting* *cheesy plot* *stupid effects* *BORING*~~~!!! i saw it @ drive in & turned around & watched the longest yard w/ my dad
- I rate this title off for age 8 and give it
Not for Kindergarteners!
My 5 1/2 year old daughter cannot go to sleep after seeing about 1/2 of this movie today--WAY too scary for her!!!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
wonderful movie for all ages.
- I rate this title off for age 2 and give it
Dreadful. Just Dreadful
This movie was horrid. Poor storyline, cruddy side effects, and trite dialogue. Just having to watch this with my little sis made me want to gag myself with a spoon. Avoid this movie at ALL COSTS.
- I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
Gives daydreamers a huge pat on the back.
I happen to have a daydreamer and this is a movie that just re-enforced that it is good to daydream. Don't get me wrong, there is a time and a place for daydreaming but real life is not very tolerant of daydreamers. Especially real life schools.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
THis Movie Will Keep You Off Your Seat!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This movie is packed with action! If you havent seen this movie well, than u need brain surgery.
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
liked it at first, now i dont like it...
When I saw it, I LOVED it but, when I bought it and saw it the 3rd time, I suddenly changed my mind, it was cheesy and meant for little 5 year olds that beleive in everything they see. The word "dream" got on my nerves for days after I saw it the 3rd or 4th time. Its just so stupid, now. I used to be a freak when I saw it the 1st couple times and now I know better that it is just so darn stupid, even with George Lopez. =(
- I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Good action movie
It was a good movie for everybody. The whole family went to go see it.
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
Adults will likely be gagging, kids will likely be gleeful...
what can i say - after suffering through Super Babies 2, I NEVER thought I'd be put through another celluloid Inquisition so badly in 2005. Well, Sharkboy placed me on Dante's 7th ring of hell for about 90 long minutes. But - I wasn't there for me. My 4 1/2 year old son LOVED it. There's nothing to be gleaned from it however - other than the trite-old "to dream is good" and "an active imagination is a sign of intelligence". Oh, and I should throw in "don't keep a journal"! The special effects are cool to kids, but mind-numbing for adults. I just bought the DVD - and my kid has watched it non-stop for the past week. Soooo, if entertainment for Junior is what yer after - this is a home-run. For adults, I would say this is one that you "suffer through because you really really love your kids".
- I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
great for kids and fun for adults
My boys loved this (age 5 & 8). it was also funny enough to keep my attention. There may not have been a heavy message but it was a lot of fun!!
- I rate this title off for age 5 and give it
Worst movie I have ever seen
This movie is awful, purely awful. It was plainly and perfectly stupid. Sitting through it only for the kids was agonizing. I would not recommend that anyone pay $$$ to see this movie.
- I rate this title off for age 5 and give it
What a complete disaster....
I found this to be one of the worst movies I have ever seen for my kids. Nothing offensive mind you...it was just terrible!!. Even the 3-D cant help this film ...in fact it made it worse. When the glasses are worn, everythig is almost black and white and there is very little that appears to "leap out" at you. The story was convluted and the characters...especially Shark boy" are unwatchable. I liked to know what genius "greenlighted " this film because I have a bridge to sell him....Watch at your own risk I havent said it often but this was truly one of the worst films I have ever seen. My 9 and 10 year old begged me not to take them but I wanted my 7 year old to see it. Well next time Ill leave the older two home...they were right!
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
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