Man the movie was a stinker. I really hated the singing and the whole movie was mess up from the start so don't watch it.
Alvin and the Chipmunks
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Common Sense says
CGI critters are silly -- but very kid-friendly.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 5 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of Alvin and the Chipmunks was written by Sandie Angulo Chen
Parents need to know that while this movie is mostly OK for little kids, there's some innuendo and sassy language that children might mimic. Alvin in particular says mildly off-putting remarks like "You're hot" to Dave's date or "She wanted you" to Dave. There's also a fair amount of slapstick/cartoonish violence. But overall, it's a mild kids' flick -- albeit one that's mired in product placement and overcommercialism.
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- Families can talk about how the media generally portrays young superstars. Do you think this movie is a realistic look at what life is like for kid stars? What kinds of pressures do they face? Do you think kids in showbiz get to do whatever they want when they aren't working -- like Ian suggested -- or are they kept to a more "normal" routine, like Dave wanted? Kids: Ask your parents if they prefer the movie Chipmunks or either of the older TV versions.
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What’s the Story?
Three chipmunks -- voiced by Justin Long (Alvin), Matthew Gray Gubler (Simon), and Jesse McCartney (Theodore) -- are kicked out of their pine tree home when it's chopped down and shipped to a record label's headquarters as a Christmas tree. They end up sneaking a ride with Dave (Jason Lee), a down-and-out song composer who's none too happy to discover he has new rodent pals. Eventually, of course, the trio starts singing and inspires Dave to write a Christmas song that wows an oily label exec (David Cross). The rest is chipmunk history.
Is It Any Good?
If the thought of high-pitched voices singing a rap version of vintage Chipmunks hit "Witch Doctor" and Lipps Inc's "Funkytown" (among other songs) sends cold shivers of horror down your spine, this may not be the family film for you. But if you and the kids are up for a silly adventure featuring cute, familiar characters, Alvin and the Chipmunks is a safe-if-not-stellar bet this holiday season, especially for the under-10 crowd.
The best part of the story is that kids will see the danger of living like a "rock star" all the time. Too many toys and not enough discipline -- not to mention way too much caffeine and too many late-night concert gigs -- make Alvin, Simon, and Theodore crave Dave's loving discipline. If only real children were as reasonable as fictional chipmunks...
Movie Details
Studio: Twentieth Century Fox, Director: Tim Hill
Run time: 92 minutes
Theatrical release: 12/13/2007, DVD release: 3/31/2008
MPAA Rating: PG for some mild rude humor.
Run time: 92 minutes
Theatrical release: 12/13/2007, DVD release: 3/31/2008
MPAA Rating: PG for some mild rude humor.
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Kids ages: 6
I rate this title iffy for age 6 and give itI say bad for young kids
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Kids ages: 5
I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
good for 5+
I don't mind the movie but it could be better. The big shock was me liking the chipmunks because they were good.
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I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
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- Good role models
there is nothing wrong with this movie it is non stop laughs for the whole family
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I rate this title off for age 17 and give it
- My concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
HOLY SH*T
DID YOU JUST SAID S*X????? F*CK YOU!
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I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
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- Good role models
This is a great family movie! I loved! The second movie is more "intense" because the chipettes dance all "sexy" so its wrong for young children. But back to the first one. I think the whole family will enjoy watching at least a billion times!
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I rate this title iffy for age 4 and give it
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- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
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- Good role models
Very Good!
This movie is for the family!Except for tweens yea tweens don't want to see this.But who knows?.Great movie! CLAPS
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I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give it
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- Inappropriate sexual content
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- Good role models
What Have I Become?!
This was an ok movie, but when you think about it, it is just plain boring. It takes too long to get to the real point which is to put things into perspectinve, but the chipmunks could've easily outsmarted the record producer themselves.
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I rate this title iffy for age 4 and give it
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- Excessive consumerism
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good fo 7-9 year olds
I liked this movie enough. The hi pitch voices gave me a headache though
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I rate this title iffy for age 5 and give it
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- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
Violence (G): Dave angrily throws his music stuff out the window. Sexual Content (G): Dave crushes on a girl, The Chipmunks flirt with many women.
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I rate this title off for age 6 and give it
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- Negative role models
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- Good role models
I hated it but other people like it
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I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
Not really educational, but just plain fun!!
There is nothing overly bad, and there is nothing Innapropriate on this film. There is a bit of a message here, but nothing overly outstanding. I also think that there is a bit of comsumerisim, but that it pretty mild, and is always found in pop-culture. Overall, I give this a 7 out of 10, and a B+.
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I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
My Rating: B-
This movie is funny and silly and recommended for kids five and older.
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Kids ages: 6
I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
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love it
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I rate this title on for age 4 and give it
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- Good role models
Nice movie for everybody
It is THE funniest movie in the world.
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I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
good movie
not as good as the second one good for anyone i saw no proplems well maybe dave getting hit with the cheeseballs
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I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
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- Inappropriate sexual content
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- Good role models
I love it! Those critics who said it was the worst film of the year should shut up and go home. This is a great film. Great for the family. Highly recommeded
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I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
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- Excessive consumerism
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- Good role models
greatt
Luv it!!!
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Kids ages: 4, 6
I rate this title off for age 7 and give it
- My concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
Not good for 6 or under
Don't like the suggestive language and clothing.
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I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
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- Negative role models
Good for older kids!
This movie is awsome. For littler kids, the only thing I am worried about is Alvin. Alvin is a little...er... full of energy. He can sometimes say things that are a little...inapproprite.
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I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
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- Negative role models
Good for older kids!
This movie is awsome. For littler kids, the only thing I am worried about is Alvin. Alvin is a little...er... full of energy. He can sometimes say things that are a little...inapproprite.
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