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(2007, Rated R, Comedy, Starring David Duchovny, Sigourney Weaver, Judy Greer)

  • 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

    Sharky, cynical look at TV world needs more bite.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 16–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Couples fall apart; a writer, forlorn over having sold out, begins popping painkillers. Almost all of the Hollywood players lie.

  • Violence:

    Nothing of note. Though it's obvious that selling out is painful. ...

  • Sex:

    Sexual banter and some kissing. An actress undresses in the wardrobe trailer.

  • Language:

    This is Hollywood, and its inhabitants like to play it blue. "S--t" and "f--k" are de rigueur.

  • Consumerism:

    Because the movie's about making TV shows, series' names are bandied about with abandon, as are some luxury products that Hollywood types tend to indulge in (Mercedes, Passat, etc.).

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Drinks abound at gatherings, smokers light up, and the lead character pops pills.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The TV Set

Parents need to know that this indie comedy is a candid, insider look at Hollywood -- specifically the TV industry. And nearly everyone behaves badly: Lying is par for the course, swearing is common, stupidity trumps quality, and the writer doesn't necessarily get a happy ending. There's also some sexual content, smoking, and drinking amid all the backbiting and cynicism.

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