The movie was not that great. I wept over the book, I was thrilled to find that they made a movie. When I saw it it was like "this is IT??" I was highly disappointed in the lack of emotions in this film.
The Kite Runner
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Is it age appropriate?
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Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Best seller-based drama has harrowing moments.
Why We Rated This
for Ages 14–15
What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
About The Kite Runner
Parents need to know that although this often-harrowing drama set primarily in Afghanistan focuses on children's experiences, the themes are mature. Children are repeatedly in peril, and there's a disturbing, though not explicit, scene in which a young boy is raped by older boys (close-ups of faces and a belt being unbuckled indicate what's going on). Several scenes show warfare (explosions, gunfire, bloody bodies) during the Soviet invasion; others depict Taliban oppression (a public stoning, beatings, taunting of civilians). One hanged body is visible on the street. A brief tirade features several uses of "f--k" in a row; other language includes "hell" and "damn."
Read our full review by Cynthia Fuchs
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about why part of the story is told as a flashback, from a child's point of view. How does that change the impact of the story? Also, the young actors had to leave Afghanistan after making this film because of the homosexual rape scene. What do your kids think about what it means to take risks for art?
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Extraordinary
A story filled with loyalty and cruelty, love and respect. A story of Amir, the young narrator and the protagonist, who lives through the losses of pride and identity, tells a story of the turbulent and passionate times in Afghanistan and San Francisco after World War Two. Khaled Hosseini illustrates how family relationships, between father and son, and between brother and brother, can deal with guilt and forgiveness. Amir recalls his past, his childhood, the jolly times with his hazara, Hassan, until one day Amir’s whole world wipes around when his best friend Hassan progresses in another direction. And now during his adulthood, Amir must learn from his past and adjust his new life not in Afghanistan but in the United States.
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Powerful film....
This movie was remarkable. While difficult to watch at times, it gave a searingly honest picture of friendship...including blinding loyalty, joy, betrayal and ultimately forgiveness and redemption. My two sons, 14 and 17, both thought the movie was 'very good' but haunting. Lots to discuss afterward. I would recommend it to a mature 14 year old and up with a parent watching as well. If unsure, what it yourself first and then decide. The subtitles can be difficult to see on a regular sized TV so be prepared to pause (why the 4 stars, otherwise 5) Excellent filmmaking.
- I rate this title on for age 17 and give it
- I rate this title on for age 17 and give it
Not a Dry in the Theatre
By far the best movie I have seen in years. Story of courage, honor and redemption told by superlative acting.

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