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101 Dalmatians
- G
- Genre: Family and Kids
- 1961
Common Sense Media says
Lovable cartoon classic with cute dogs and a mean villain.
Parents say
QUALITY
Kids say
QUALITY
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that Disney's classic puppy tale is rated G but may contain a few disturbing scenes featuring one the studio's vilest villains, Cruella de Vil. As the song goes, "if she doesn't scare you, no evil thing will." For an animated movie, there's a considerable amount of smoking and drinking (Roger smokes a pipe; Cruella is always shown with her long-stemmed cigarettes; and her two henchman drink wine straight out of the bottle). Language is limited to several insults like "idiot," "imbecile," "fools," mostly said by Cruella. On the bright side, the dog parents and their human pets are relentless in their goal to save the puppies -- all of them, not just their own.
What's the story?
Like Lady and the Tramp, this story is told from the perspective of dogs, this time two dalmatians, Pongo and Perdita, the cherished pets of Roger and Anita. Anita's old friend, one of the most notorious villains in movie history, is the aptly named Cruella De Vil. Her henchmen kidnap Perdita's puppies and 84 others so she can make them into a dalmatian fur coat. Pongo and Perdita, with the help of their animal friends, undertake a daring rescue.
Is it any good?
The puppies are adorable, and the movie is exciting, funny (with a sly poke at television and the kids who watch it), and fun.
Cruella is one of the most memorable female villains in the history of the movies -- for good reason. She's loud and mean, and she is willing to wear a coat made of 101 puppies -- what could be worse!
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the responsibilities of raising a pet. Do kids think they would be able to maintain enthusiasm for their pet? Would they be responsible for feeding, brushing, playing, and walking it? What kind of commitment is it to raise a pet, particularly a dog?
What makes Cruella scary? Can you think of any other villians as scary as her? What similarities do all villains share?
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best movie for your family!
i watch this anytime, cause it shows plenty of positive messages, and in one scene, the two thiefs stole 15 puppies, and cruella de ville smokes a long cigarette, and some alcohol drinking, the language they say is "stupid", "idiot", "imbesciles", "hell" and "shut up", but the puppies in this fabolous movie are adorable, and the movie is exciting, funny and fun for the whole family!
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A Dog-gone good time!
Adorable! I have loved this movie for as long as I can remember and still view it occasionally! I think it's a classic that will always stand the test of time :) For the youngest of children I could see how Cruella De Ville might scare them with her wicked ways so depending on the maturity of your child, you may want to withhold this movie until they are ready. But to me the positive influences of Pongo and Purdy are so endearing, that they would save not only their children but so many more. This movie should be viewed by everyone!
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Comedy, action and suspense for the little ones.
Classic movie. There is a fair bit of smoking, and might be a bit scary for sensitive ones. The use of the word 'idiot' might put some off.
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woof!
some of the scenes with Cruella might be a little frightening to younger kids..
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Dalmation Love
I think this movie is wonderful, and any age can watch it. It's timeless! Cruella might be the tiniest bit scary to really younger children, and the thought of turning cute puppies into coats might scare them, but other than that this movie is a classic family film!
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"you idiot"
my 4 year old started calling everyone "you idiot" after watching this
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This is a good movie! It is 500 times better than the non-animated one!
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a- must-read- book for every 8 year old.
i want to see the movie....
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| Topics: | cats, dogs, and mice |
| Studio: | Walt Disney Pictures |
| Director: | Clyde Geronimi |
| Cast: | Betty Lou Gerson, Cate Bauer, Rod Taylor |
| Genre: | Family and Kids |
| Run time: | 79 minutes |
| Theatrical release date: | January 25, 1961 |
| DVD release date: | March 3, 2008 |
| MPAA rating: | G |
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