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Fast Times at Ridgemont High

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 16, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 15.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Teen movie is full of sex, drugs and misbehavior.

Why We Rated This off for Ages 15 and Under

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    A character fails to help a girl he impregnated. Friends clash.
  • Violence:

    A locker room scuffle is quickly defused. A pot of hot coffee is thrown at a would-be convenience store robber.
  • Sex:

    A girl takes her bikini top off in a fantasy sequence, masturbation, depictions of male/female intercourse, an abortion.
  • Language:

    Some strong language.
  • Consumerism:

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

    Characters smoke marijuana onscreen.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Fast Times at Ridgemont High

Parents need to know that this film explores several issues involved with being a teenager. Sex is a major topic of the film. There are several scenes of semi-nudity (topless girls) and frank discussions between characters about sex. Featured in the film is a fifteen-year-old girl becoming pregnant and having an abortion, simulated oral sex using produce, and a male character masturbating. The film treats the topic of sex seriously, though, and does not glorify or advocate casual sex. There is also a significant amount of drug use, as one of the main characters attends class frequently under the influence of marijuana, and smokes it on-screen, however, with consequences. There is some strong language.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about how, as characters explore new territory in romance and friendships, they see the good and bad in equal measure. What are some of the dangers of growing up? What are some the rewards? The film celebrates friendships and a growing bond between a brother and sister. What is important in a successful relationship? How do people damage and repair friendships? This film also provides an excellent opportunity for parents and children to discuss peer pressure concerning sex and drug use. How realistic do you think the the portrayal of teen sex was? Do you think Stacey regrets how she lost her virginity? How does Spicoli's marijuana use affect his performance in history class? Do you think he deserved to miss the prom in favor of a history lesson?

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  1. I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give it 4.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use

    It's a 1980's teen film, sort of like the american pie of the 1980's, though this has more heart than the other gross out teen sex comedies. It's a great movie and I enjoyed it at 10 when I first saw it. There is plenty of nudity and drug use though.

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    Today I want to sleep with cute woman but my erection is so miserable ... Please help me! My friends are saying i should buy viagra online but i dont know yet, how it feels to a man. :) Sorry, if i choose wrong category for this topic, answer me should i do this? Seriously, at my 69 years i want to feck again!

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title iffy for age 15 and give it 4.0

    Haha. Jeff Spicolli.

    I saw this a few weeks ago, I'm 14, and it was funny. The sex was a bit excessive but I was more interested in seeing what stupid thing Spicolli, Sean Penn, was going to do next. As long as people understand that these characters aren't role models then they should be fine to watch it and enjoy the movie.

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Iowa
    I rate this title iffy for age 17 and give it 1.0

  5. Teen Reviewer Age 16
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

  6. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in California
    I rate this title off for age 13 and give it 3.0

  7. Teen Reviewer Age 17
    Lives in Connecticut
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 4.0

    it is a good movie

    it is a funny movie there are a few parts in it that arent appriote abd a few uses of the f word and one person uses drugs but other then that it is a good movie. i think it tells things like it is and that everything you do can have consquences. i wouldnt let my younger sisters see it (because one is 10 and the other is 7) but i would tell my friends if they get a chance to see it they should

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