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Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
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Not age appropriate for kids under 9, age appropriate for kids over 11; suggested age 11. -
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Common Sense says
Fourth Indy isn't perfect, but it's tons of fun.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 11 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
Parents need to know that Indiana Jones' fourth adventure is one of the most anticipated movies of the past 20 years, and kids will definitely want to see it. It bears the marks of classic Indy fare -- meaning lots of adventures, some of which (like a scene involving killer ants, or another involving an atomic bomb test) might be too spooky for younger kids. There's a supernatural and extra-terrestrial undercurrent and lots of punch-heavy good-guy-versus-bad-guy fights, which do have some blood (as well as plenty of weapons, including swords and guns). There's also a bit of light swearing ("s--t," "son of a bitch," etc.) and innuendo, and enemies routinely hurl unpleasant threats at each other. But it's all handed with roguish, acerbic Indy wit, which makes it -- for the most part -- all in good, popcorn movie fun.
Read our full review by S. Jhoanna Robledo
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about what Indiana Jones stands for. If he's a good guy, why does he break the rules? Is that OK? What separates him from the "bad" guys? Are real-life bad guys as thoroughly evil as the ones in movies? Where does Mutt fit in? What does he have in common with Indy? How are they different? Families can also discuss the ongoing appeal of the Indiana Jones series. Why is Indy so popular? Why is it so hard for other movies to duplicate the Indy formula? Do you think the franchise needed another movie? Why or why not?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title iffy for age 7 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
Off For Ages 6 And Under; Iffy For Ages 7-8; On For Ages 9 And Up
- I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give it
Bad bad bad. Shame shame shame. Indiana Jones back as an ageing 50 year old?! The storyline is absolute garbage, nothing like the traditional Indy. And he survives a nuclear explosion is a FRIDGE?! PLEASE PEOPLE, WAKE UP TO YOURSELVES!
- I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
ALL AGES 1O+
Good Movie
- I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
ALL AGES 1O+
Good Movie
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
Great, Awesome.
I saw this movie at my friend Nick's birthday party. Very good movie for the ages it was made for.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
good movie
it was a good movie
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
ok jose
pretty good
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
The least violent Indy film, yet it's PG-13.
- I rate this title on for age 9 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
AWESOME!
very entertaining!!
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
Go ahead and let the family watch this one.
What can I say? It's classic Indiana Jones. Our entire family watched it and had a blast. Complete with silly one liners, predictable jokes and lots of action...how can you not love this movie? This one is (as always) visually appealing with an interesting story line. And you know what? Harrison Ford is still handsome :0)
- I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
I think this was by far the worst of the series, the story line was just ridiculous. My husband and I screened this for our 5 year old who was dying to see it (He'll be dying to see it for another 7 or so years) Though I didn't care for the plot myself, the level of scary moments seemed greater in this than most of the others put together. Just doesn't seem like entertainment for a younger crowd.
- I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give it
pretty ok
This movie was very cool. In the back of my mind it still was a little over the top, but I still kinda like the idea of "whoops almost said a spoiler to those who havent seen the movei" Good for Indy fans but not as well as the rest of the movies.
- I rate this title iffy for age 8 and give it
WORST MOVIE
horrible
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
I loved the movie when I watched it!!!!!! It was amazing!!!!!!!!!!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
I loved the movie when I watched it!!!!!! It was amazing!!!!!!!!!!
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
Indiana Jones meets Hogan's Heros
My 10 year old son and I watched it and really enjoyed it. Not too scary. Not too sexy. Good special effects. Stereotypes and caricatures as in each movie in the series. Fun.
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
Indiana Jones meets Hogan's Heros
My 10 year old son and I watched it and really enjoyed it. Not too scary. Not too sexy. Good special effects. Stereotypes and caricatures as in each movie in the series. Fun.
- I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give it
Last hour ruins the whole trip
It was an amazing and one of the best movies until the last hour packed with stupid scenes and horrible ending.
- I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
I was on the edge of my seat!
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