nothing teens can't see but i'd advise against bringing little kids.the covers are actually pretty enjoyable but several parts of this were weird.also though there were parts i liked there are alot of holes in the story and I really don't sympathize with lucy. still worth a look especially to beatles fans.(BTW no "here comes the sun"?!? how could you movie?!?)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 14. -
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Common Sense says
Beatles musical hits strong notes amid sex, drugs.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 14–15
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What Parents Need to Know
About Across the Universe
Parents need to know that although there's much to like about this Beatles-inspired musical -- it's visionary, it introduces young audiences to iconic songs, and it addresses important social issues -- some of the content is iffy for teens. Characters drink and take drugs without any negative consequences, and there are a few nude scenes (though they're artfully staged and echo the deep love between main characters Lucy and Jude). Still, teens are likely to relate to the film's powerful messages about the importance of friendships and the need to question authority when lives are at stake.
Read our full review by S. Jhoanna Robledo
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about how the Beatles' music defined a generation. Are the songs as relevant today as when they first became famous? What about their music makes it so universal? Families can also discuss the counter-culture movement of the 1960s and '70s. Are young people as involved with politics today as they were then? Or does that kind of passion only happen in movies anymore? Do you think that era tends to get idealized today? Why or why not?
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- I rate this title on for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- My highlights are:
beatles + acid trip + camera=this movie
- I rate this title on for age 14 and give it
Across The Universe!!
This movie is one of the most amazing I've ever seen. Yes, there are drugs, and a little nudity, but the movie is more than that! It's a poetic love story set to the tune of some of the greatest music ever made! Teens and adults alike should watch this movie, I guarantee you'll fall in love with it!
- I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Mature teens, I saw it with dad and am mature 11 yr. old!
I am an EXTREME Beatles fan and I don't think this movie could be any better! Covers are ah-mazing and even think some of them beat the Beatles. Though there are some very disturbing, violent scenes, and brief nudity it is a very good movie for mature audiences.
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
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13 and up will love it, but won't want to see it with grandma
I love the music. The actors are amazing singers and can hold up to the legendary originals.
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
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Perfect for anybody above age 12. Artistic, inticing, insanely creative.
Ratings at a glance has them at 100% for everything bad. No, no no no. This movie is absolutely beautiful. I am a diehard Beatles fan and I never get sick of this movie. The covers are brilliant, the actors are spot on, and the whole message is so inticing. It's rather artistic, unique, and it's like nothing you will ever see. The whole message of this film is world peace, love, and that fate finds it's way. Every ounce of violence in this movie is artistic, there isn't any blood, and any sexual scenes are artfully put together, and not detailed or awkward to watch with your kids. Lucy and Jude have a relationship most people would kill to have, they're happy, and love always finds a way with them. Humorous, loving, unique, artistic. Go and see it. Beatles will always have a positive impact on the world.
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
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AMAZING!!!!!!!!!
I LOVE THIS MOVE!!!!!!!! I saw it for the first time in North Carolina and I love it!!! just know your kid!
- I rate this title iffy for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
beatles covers + 60s setting = (:
amazing film. great story. epic music. realistic story/scenery, yada yada yada. the movie had some sex stuff but mostly it would go over kids' heads. the drugs are in almost every scene from about half of the way through til about 20 minutes from the end. just watch it. you wont regret it! (:
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
Good job Julie Taymor.
This movie is very well done in every aspect.Go rent it if you want a good musical.
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
This movie ahd me in the sky with diamonds, and I but everyone "across the universe" feel's so.
One of my fav movies this is. Across the Universe is the story of two lovers during the viatimese war. It is told through the Beatles song's in a creativ e way. I can't even right how beautiful and awesome this movie is. There is some kinda sorta hevay talk of sex and a scene of french kissing. Two scenes show bare breats , one scene in which there are 6 naked painted in grey girls fALLIGN INTO THE WATER. Also the main character draws his girlfriend naked, only right breast is shown. Other than that it is, well pretty iffy but EXCELLENT
Lives in FloridaI rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
Im 11 years old and i think this movie is fine for a 10+ years old to see. The soundtrack is amazing and the video really shows the hard times during the war. I do not agree at all with the people that say 15 year old should not see it. The movie is very good and ANY Beatles lover will love it!
- I rate this title off for age 15 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Great Music + Nudity = A "Must NOT Watch, Just Buy the Soundtrack"
Great music! But I could go without the nudity. I thought the main characters are scoundrels. I know, it's a timepiece...blah blah blah. If I'd lived in that time I would have thought people that behaved this way were scoundrels too. In fact, I know people who behave this way today and I think they act like irresponsible scoundrels too.
- I rate this title iffy for age 15 and give it
Passable
This movie was different but captured its worth.
- I rate this title iffy for age 14 and give it
Amazing movie
this was an wonderful movie. the covers of the beatles songs were really well done, and they were implemented well in the story line. it was a sweet love story, but it also had deeper, underlying conflicts. the story really portrayed the reality of the time period, wich meant that there were deaths, drugs, sex, protests, and other things that were really quite shocking sometimes. some of the war scenes were REALLY intense (i closed my eyes). but overall, i really loved the movie. the main charachters, Jude and Lucy, were charming yet believable. its a must see for all teens and adults!
- I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give it
Good
My mom let me see it. She just watched it before and fast forwarded through the bad scenes.
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give it
It's my favorite movie ever!
Although there are parts with sex, you don't really see it. Sad and vioencey, but very nice musical. I think it is fine for 9 and up. SOOOO GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
- I rate this title off for age 13 and give it
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give it
Was OK but not to watch it again.
Great light effects and Great plot,but the movie is...just OK.
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
This is one of my top movies!
This is one of my favorite movies ever. Besides having great music and choreography, this movie had an interesting and deep storyline. It isn't just fluff. Now on to the "inappropriate" material involved in this film. 1. There is nudity. It might make some younger kids go "yuck," but I say, what is wrong with the human body? 2. The characters do drugs, drink, etc. However, I belive this is okay if your kids know that these things are bad. 3. There are a couple scenes of fighting. This is the part where you should know your kid. Will they not be bothered by this, or will they have nightmares? I think this is a great movie, but only a certain age group will enjoy it. Either you get it or you don't. Know your kid, or you might be answering questions the whole 133 minutes.
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| 50% | of parents say it's too violent |
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