The begining is really slow, the ending is worth the wait tho. There is swearing (s-words, at least 10 f words, etc). There is violence most of it is not entirely shown on screen and you ussually just see blood on shirts and etc
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United 93
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Common Sense says
Story of 9/11 hijacking: harrowing, not for kids.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 16–17
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What Parents Need to Know
About United 93
Parents need to know that this film isn't for younger kids. Upsetting and provocative, it raises sophisticated questions about the construction of history and uses of memory. The movie includes frequent cuts that create tension and link scenes in the jet and air traffic control, military, and the FAA centers. The hijackers betray nervousness but remain resolute in pursuing what they see as their destiny. Television images of the second plane hitting the WTC recall 9/11 as most viewers experienced it. The final assault by passengers on the hijackers is particularly grim and violent, with ragged images and blood splattering on a wall. Some strong language.
Read our full review by Cynthia Fuchs
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the uses of representing such tragedy and trauma: How do stories and images help us work through emotional wounds? How important is historical accuracy in a fictionalized feature film? How does the movie portray the hijackers, so that you see their nervousness and dedication, and not just cartoonish, one-dimensional "evil"? How do the many, mostly nameless, passengers appear heroic in ways that challenge movie conventions?
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- I rate this title on for age 15 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
Starts Slow, Ends Better
- I rate this title iffy for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Everyone 14+ must see this film
As my own memories of 9/11 are vivid though short (I was 6 at the time) this movie made me feel like it was happening again. Very tense. The violence is realistic but not over the top. The hijackers characters aren't one dimensional, their motives and thoughts are mapped out. There are maybe six "f-words" and "s-words" and a couple of milder profanities. Overall, the movie is well done and powerful.
- I rate this title off for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
Good for adults, but not kids
I liked this movie alot. It was a good movie but I was slammed by all of the graphic violence mostly on the terrorists. The characters in the movie tended to have colerful tongues too who laid out several F-words and various other offences. The bottom line is that this is not a good movie for kids, but a very suspencful and inspirational movie for adults.
- I rate this title off for age 13 and give it
Intense!!!
What a movie! this movie was a great reminder of all the people who was on that plane. It also shows someones idea of what it would look and be like on the plane. Excellent Movie!!!!! Probably better for teenagers and up.
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
Violent, but a reminder of the heros on that flight.
Read title.
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
A must see
Everyone should see this movie as it clearly shows us what these people sacraficed for the safety of other innocent lives. This truely honors all those brave souls who gave it all.
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- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Its fine
Yes, im 12 and i saw it. Me and my family do not care about the language or violence. I closed my eyes during the stabbing scene. I'd say it's a powerful and moving film.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
simply the best
this movie is breathtaking it is soo amazing. ive read some reviews here and some people are saying it should have been rated PG-13 but i dont agree. first there is 12+ f bombs and second: the violence in this film is not bad but the intensity of this movie is very gripping and that is why i think it should br rated R
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
One of the best movies of '06
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it
EXCELLENT film!
This movie was truly breathtaking and powerful. It is a VERY intense film and when I went to see it, I was glad that it was Rated R. That should not hold back parents of kids age 14 and up. It is violent at times (especially at the end), but it is important to understand what those people experienced. I was moved to tears at the end, it is truly gutwrenching, yet respectful. Know your kids with this one, but if they are of sound mind to see it, watch it with them.
- I rate this title on for age 17 and give it
An important movie
I agree young children probably should not be exposed to this, but older youth and definitely adults NEED to see this movie.
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- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
Important history lesson for our kids who were too young to comprehend
I watched this movie with my 14 and 15-yr-olds, mainly because I wanted them to fully understood what happend on 9/11. They were only in 4th and 5th grade when 9/11 happened, and while they were aware of the significance of that day, they were not really aware of all the details and they weren't fully aware of all the bravery and heroism that shone through on that day. Yes, it is a violent and sombering movie, but it is also a very important part of our recent history that our children should be fully aware of. Teenagers who were only elementary school age at the time of 9/11 are now able to comprehend more fully what happened on 9/11. Also, while this movie only portrays a certain view of that day, it does a great job doing it. No movie can represent everyone that was impacted by that day. Each movie made helps us all piece together all that was of that terrible day. I would make the same comment about World Trade Center - while it focuses on only a few people, it does a great job showing us that perspective.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Good Movie, Shouldn't have been rated-R
This film should've been rated-PG.PG13 tops.
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