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Ballistic: Ecks vs. Server

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 17, age appropriate for kids over 18; suggested age 16.
  • Is it any good?

    2.0
  • Common Sense says

    This explosion movie is a complete bomb.

Why We Rated This off for Ages 16 and Under

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Strong, smart, brave characters from diverse ethnic groups
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Very intense peril and violence, many deaths Very intense peril
  • Sex:

    None
  • Language:

    Some strong language, less than most R's
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Drinking and smoking, reference to drug use
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Ballistic: Ecks vs. Server

Parents need to know that this movie has constant graphic violence and brief strong language. The only real strength of the movie is its portrayal of minorities and women as strong, smart, brave, loyal, and honest.

Read our full review by Nell Minow

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about whether a movie is good just because it has explosions and action scenes. Are some action movies better than this one, and if so, why? Did you connect with either of the main characters, and if not, did you care? Does strong character development draw you more into a story?

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  1. Adult Reviewer
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    I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it 4.0

    Although quite violent, this movie is very good and acceptable for most kids 13+. Banderas is great at making action movies.

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