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National Lampoon's Animal House
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Not age appropriate for kids under 17, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 16. -
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Common Sense says
John Belushi's raucous toga party for adults only.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 16 and Under
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What Parents Need to Know
About National Lampoon's Animal House
Parents need to know that the only moral here is hatred for authority and partying. That means a lot of drunken revelry, pranks, and violence to make their point. It also means characters cheat on each other, binge drink, steal cars, and sleep with underage girls. Some female nudity.
Read our full review by Heather Boerner
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about how they deal with bullies. When someone is mean to you, do you imagine pulling off a prank like the ones the Deltas pull on Dean Wormer and the Omegas? What's a healthier way to deal with your anger? The film is also a good opportunity for parents to talk about appropriate behavior with sexual partners. Also, why do you think this film has a cult following? Does it epitomize what made John Belushi so funny on Saturday Night Live? Adult comedy buffs may want to look up Belushi's funniest moments from SNL and share them with kids. Many -- like the Samurai Deli sketch -- showcase his astounding comedic talents in a much more kid-appropriate fashion.
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Most Recent Reviews
Lives in OhioI rate this title off for age 16 and give itMy concerns are:- Inappropriate sexual content
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Lives in LouisianaI rate this title off for age 16 and give it
COOL!!!!
luved it!!!! best john belushi movie ever!!!!!!! this movie was awesome although there were some sex related stuff it was fine!
Lives in IndianaI rate this title iffy for age 2 and give ittoga! toga!
this movie is awesome!!!
- Lives in PennsylvaniaI rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
- Lives in MassachusettsI rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
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| 100% | of parents don't think the messages are positive |
| 100% | of parents say there's too much drinking, drugs, or smoking |
| 100% | of parents say the sexual behavior isn't age appropriate |
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