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Bull Durham
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A winning comedy about sex and baseball. For adults only!

Rating: R for language and sexual situations Studio: MGM/UA Directed By: Ron Shelton Cast: Kevin Costner, Tim Robbins, Susan Sarandon Running Time: 108 minutes Release Date: 01/01/1988 Genre: Drama

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Common Sense Note

Parents need to know there are many explicit discussions of sexuality in this film. Susan Sarandon's character spends a great deal of screen time outlining her philosophy on sexuality, especially about the relationship between sex and baseball. Other characters pipe in with their own takes on the matter. There are a few scenes of simulated sex with a little nudity. Alcohol, strong language, bar fights and a marijuana reference are also onscreen.

Families who see this movie might talk about making connections between sexuality and other facets of life (perceived or otherwise). Kevin Costner's character gripes about his lot in life as well as personal limitations that prevent him from moving up in the majors. Parents might talk about knowing your strengths and appreciating the good things in front of you.

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Reviewed By: Kevin John Bozelka

BULL DURHAM is the story of Crash Davis, a Walt Whitman-quoting, veteran minor league catcher enlisted to help dodo-brained rookie pitcher Ebby LaLoosh mature as a player. Along the way, siren Annie Savoy, an avid baseball fan and philosopher of sexuality, intervenes by offering Ebby an extended (and explicit) sexual education that she firmly believes will lead him to glory on the diamond.

Writer/director Ron Shelton brings a modicum of authenticity to this tale of baseball and sex due to his own experiences as a minor league player. Although much of BULL DURHAM takes places in dugouts, locker rooms, and on the mound, the film will appeal to general audiences everywhere. For more films about sports and ethics, try Howard Hawks' masterpiece Red Line 7000 (1965) or, for a more lightweight approach, Major League (1989).

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Content
CS adults kids

Sexual Content

Nudity, frank sexual discussions.

Violence

A few fist fights.

Language

Strong language.

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Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco

Marijuana and alcohol.

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