Small amount of language... No violence... But adult themed movie... Great Nominted for 5 academy wards in 2007...
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Michael Clayton
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Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 17; suggested age 16. -
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Common Sense says
Smart, mature legal thriller with a conscience.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 16–17
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What Parents Need to Know
About Michael Clayton
Parents need to know that that although teens might be interested in this mature thriller thanks to star George Clooney, it's definitely aimed at adults. Fast-talking and complicated, it deals with complex issues like corporate corruption, toxic consumer products, and legal manipulation. An empty car explodes twice (the first time is a flashforward), and a murder is committed very coldly (by needle, with the killers attacking the victim in his apartment). A woman appears in her bra and slip, with visible cleavage, and a male lawyer undressing (down to his underwear) during a deposition is a significant plot point. Language includes many uses of "f--k," plus other profanity.
Read our full review by Cynthia Fuchs
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about what makes this movie for adults, as opposed to kids or even teens. Is it the subject matter? The dialogue? What do you need to know or understand in order to be able to "get" a movie like this? Families can also discuss the idea of right vs. wrong. Is it always easy to tell which is which? What does Michael do that's "right" in this movie? What does he do that's "wrong"?
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- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
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I liked it but im not sure if other people my age would. Maybe good for older teens though. It wasnt at all violent but there were some f-bombs. Also some sexual slang.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Really confusing movie
Its one of those movies that intrigues you because your so confused. After knowing the whole story I don't want to watch it again because it would probably be boring. But its a good movie to see once as long as you don't mind the language. Definitely not for kids(duh, its rated R) but for older people check it out
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- I rate this title off for age 17 and give it
somewhat boring legal thriller
If you have lots of patience to wait for a longwinded ending with a legal theme, then you'll like this film. Otherwise, you'll fall asleep. This film's acting is just fine but it plays like the TV show "Damages" in a 2-hour format. It does have the final message of the protagonist doing the right thing, which is good.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
it wuz great
ok this was a good movie overall but i thought it was confusing in the begining. it is not that bad (content) i think this movie is more geared tward the older teen and adult audience
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