When my sister first made me see this film, I groaned. I thought that it would turn out like the Beethoven films. I was wrong. This film is cute, put a smile on my face, and, well, I like animals.
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Air Bud
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Not age appropriate for kids under 4, age appropriate for kids over 6; suggested age 6. -
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Common Sense says
A high-flying dog tale for kids.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 6 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Air Bud
Parents need to know that this movie, while mostly lighthearted, does depict a child dealing with the death of his father. It also depicts abuse -- animal abuse and physical abuse of a boy by his coach -- though it makes it clear that both are wrong, and both are punished. If you don't have a dog already, be aware that kids may be inspired by this film to bring home stray dogs and try to teach them to play basketball.
Read our full review by Heather Boerner
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the proper treatment of pets. Does Josh display responsibility when it comes to Buddy? What are signs of abuse, and what should you do if you discover them? How would you react if you saw adults doing things wrong?
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- I rate this title on for age 4 and give it
Sports and Dogs= Nice Film.
- I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
not again....
The first movie in this series was really good (read my review of it..). But by the time we get to this one, the 5th in the series, they have barely changed the plot, the endings are going from sweet to cheesy, they don't have the touching moments that manage to make me cry anymore, and the whole thing is GETTING REALLY BORING! My recommendation, see the first two and that's it. The rest are stupid and boring, and that is coming from me, a huge dog lover. The filmmakers should get with the program and STOP MAKING THESE!! they are really starting to bug me...
- I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
Touching, i cried
This movie might seem really stupid, but it's not. It is really interesting and funny. Also, it is mainly bright and cheery! However, one very sad scene made me cry, (I won't give away any spoilers, but poor dog!) and it is really hard to make me do that (I stayed dry-eyed at Marley and me...). So if you are a dog-lover you might want to arm yourself with tissue when you watch this. (parents may also cry at the sentimental ending). Overall, wonderful movie! 7+
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give it
I cried and laughed!
Air Bud was about friendship between a boy and a dog, and it was a very toughing movie. You will see a clown worker trying to capture this dog, and take it away. When the boy has the dog, he brings him to the grass, throws a ball then runs away. 7+!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
such a good movie
i havent seen this 1 in a while, but i used to watch it all the time when i was younger and i really enjoyed it!!! parents, anyone can watch this movie, theres no sex, no violence, no anything!!
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