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The Nines

(2007, Rated R, Thriller, Starring Ryan Reynolds, Hope Davis, Melissa McCarthy)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 16, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 16.

  • Is it any good?

    2.0

  • Common Sense says

    Befuddling sci-fi/thriller mix isn't for kids.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 16–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Infidelity, extreme drug use, drunk driving, and more. Plus, people act in underhanded ways, including betraying friends and co-workers.

  • Violence :

    A man slaps a woman, who berates him loudly in public; people argue (no hitting); a woman poisons a stranger so she can murder him.

  • Sex :

    A married woman comes on to, then later fools around with, her next-door neighbor (they remain clothed); there are lots of come-ons in their dialogue. A married couple kisses.

  • Language:

    Frequent use of everything from "whore" to "s--t" to "f--k."

  • Consumerism:

    Billboards for the "show" that Gary, the TV actor, stars in; shots of network logos at the upfronts that Gavin attends.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    The film starts with an actor on a substance-fueled bender. It winds down from there, though the final segment includes the criminal use of a tranquilizer.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Nines

Parents need to know that although this confusing indie sci-fi/thriller may attract teens thanks to heartthrob lead Ryan Reynolds and Gilmore Girls alum Melissa McCarthy, viewers of all ages could end up more befuddled than entertained. It tackles mature themes -- sex, drugs, God, the universe -- and includes an underlying current of violence (one character is murdered). The main character goes on a massive drugs-and-drink fueled bender, and the dialogue is littered with expletives ("s--t," "f--k").

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about how Gary, the TV star, loses it when he's dumped by his girlfriend. Does his reaction seem realistic? Understandable? Do actors like Gary seem a dime a dozen these days, especially considering how the tabloids report on the exploits of young stars? What do you think the consequences of Gary's behavior would be in real life? Families can also discuss how the film portrays the film and TV industry. Does it seem like a fraud? If so, how does the movie hint at this? Is the process by which new TV series are selected surprising? Does it yield good TV shows? If not, why?
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