This is a great movie that I saw ith my cousin and we loved it!!
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Bend It Like Beckham
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Not age appropriate for kids under 7, age appropriate for kids over 13; suggested age 13. -
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Common Sense says
Superb tale of a girl's struggle for her dreams.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 13 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Bend It Like Beckham
Parents need to know there is an implied sexual situation between a couple committed to marrying each other. Homosexuality is discussed. Several of the under 21-year-old characters do have a beer or a glass of wine, however they drink responsibly and are of legal age in the UK/Germany, where the scenes take place. Jess hides her soccer playing from her family and lies to protect her secret.
Read our full review by Nell Minow
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about why Jess feels she cannot talk to her family about her love of sports and how she defends her subterfuge. What finally makes Jess realize that she must talk to her parents about the matter? How does her father's cricket experience impact his view of Jess' soccer playing? What might be the common bond between Irish Joe and Indian Jess?
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Lives in OhioI rate this title iffy for age 11 and give itA must see
- Lives in WyomingI rate this title iffy for age 7 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Great 8+ Family Movie
The scene where Jess is drunk, kissing Joe, the coach, is slightly mature, and Pinky and her fiance have an 'extreme kissing' scene. There's also some strong insulting language. And there's some talk about homosexuality. Other than that it's fine. The only fights are verbal arguments about whether or not Jess should play soccer.
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
Uplifting and engaging
This is a wonderful coming of age movie with interesting cultural aspects. It is well acted and is an excellent choice for young teen girls even if they don't play sports. Cast includes Kira Knightly.
- Lives in UtahI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
I LOVE IT!
This movie is hilarious and I would recommend it to anybody 10+. Though it's sort of aimed at girls, boys can enjoy it too. If you rent/buy it, you should definitely watch the special features. This movie has a good message, and in the end Jess comes clean about her secret soccer playing. :)
- Lives in FloridaI rate this title on for age 8 and give it
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