I wasn't too sure I wanted to see this movie. I basically just watched it because it got great reviews, and because I like Casey Affleck. But...wow. This is a great movie. The storyline, the characters...and the ending completely shocked me. Violence is definitely an issue. A lot of violence is shown, and violence toward children is implied. Language is a big issue, too. Plenty of f-words, and many, many more. I think it was definitely appropriately rated R. Obviously, it's not for kids, but I'd highly recommend it to anyone over the age of 16.
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Gone Baby Gone
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Common Sense says
Deeply affecting crime thriller for grown ups.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 16–17
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What Parents Need to Know
About Gone Baby Gone
Parents need to know that this crime thriller (which is Ben Affleck's directorial debut) is so disturbing in spots that it may even make adults flinch. It doesn't shy away from the story's dark elements -- of which a 4-year-old's abduction is just the beginning. There's also neglect, drug use, barroom brawls, gunplay, murder, and plenty of strong language (including "f--k"). That said, older teens and grown ups who do end up seeing it will likely be able to look past the base, repugnant characters and appreciate the leads, who are compassionate and dedicated and fight for justice.
Read our full review by S. Jhoanna Robledo
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about why people will want to see this movie -- because of the story, or because Ben Affleck directed it? Why do you think some actors choose to go into directing? Which role gives them more power within the media industry, and why? Families can also discuss how the media handles stories about missing people, particularly children. Do you think cases are covered differently based on their circumstances (i.e. a child being kidnapped from a tough, working-class neighborhood instead of a pretty, manicured suburb)? If so, why?
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- I rate this title off for age 17 and give it
Incredible movie
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
Gone Baby Gone
A fascinating, heartwrenching crime drama that brings up difficult moral questions and doesn't offer any easy answers. It's a dark and often disturbing movie, but a great one. I think this was really overlooked at the Oscars and Golden Globes.
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
It was a crazy movie, some freaky parts, but still awesome.
- I rate this title iffy for age 17 and give it
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
Very very good
I saw this movie opening weekend with my dad, and it was fantastic. I don't want to ruin the movie, but I'll just say that you really have to think about the decisions the characters make. Were they right or wrong? Younger kids won't understand the depth in the movie. I gave it a "yellow" in Social Behavior because the film can be very debatable, and I think it depends who's watching the movie, their personal decision, and how they take the way the storyline goes. Overall, Gone Baby Gone is a must see for older teens and up.
- I rate this title on for age 17 and give it
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