We love this movie!!!
Selena
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Is it age appropriate?
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Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
J-Lo hits the right notes in Tejano star's tale.
Why We Rated This
for Ages 9 and Up
What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of Selena was written by Teresa Talerico
Parents need to know that this movie is based on the life of Selena, the popular singer who was killed in 1995. Kids may ask questions about the events surrounding her murder. The murder isn't shown, but one character does hold a gun to her own head. At the center of this film is a portrait of a principled and loving Latino family -- something rarely depicted in movies.
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the relationship between Selena and her father. Why is he so domineering? Does he deny his kids a childhood by forcing them to perform in a musical group? Or is he urging them, especially Selena, to reach their potential? Also, thousands of young girls idolized Selena. How does the movie depict her as a role model through her personality, her ventures in music and fashion, and her ability to succeed despite ethnic and gender challenges? Kids might also have questions about Tejano music, a Tex-Mex genre that blends elements of pop, country, Mexican polka, and other styles.
More on Selena
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Movie Details
Run time: 128 minutes
Theatrical release: 03/21/1997, DVD release: 09/18/2007
MPAA Rating: PG for mild language and thematic elements
Our Members Say
Most Recent Reviews
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I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
- My concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
Love it!
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I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
- My concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
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I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
Amazingly Spectacular!
Selena's story is so amazing... I was actually about to be named after her since I was born the year she dies. JLo did a good job... i guess. There are some very... passionate kissing scenes. Nothing to freak out about. The movie was awesome though. I loved it! It's so sad... it WILL make you cry. You must watch this move, epecially if you are a fan of Selena. I love Selena's music. May she Rest in Peace.
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I rate this title on for age 0 and give it
memories
i enjoyed this,and jlo played a great selena of course.



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