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All parent reviews for About a Boy

Age
13
Average rating based on 8 parent reviews:
  • 38% say language is an issue
Adult
April 9, 2008
 
Boring and not inspirational
I really don't even remember this very well, it was that good (sarcasm!). I remember thinking the adults were all portrayed as selfish and irresponsible and it was trying to be cute and touching but doesn't make the mark.

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Adult
April 9, 2008
 
hilarious
ive seen this movie so many times and it is hilarious every time!!!

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Adult
July 4, 2011
 
Sweet Family Movie
Known in my family as "Love Actually Lite" this film has all of the great elements of the aforementioned with much less objectionable content. It's a great stand-in for younger teens, but no less fun for people of all ages. About a Boy is just fantastic! The plot is sweet, quirky, and definitely "feel good." Perfect holiday film. As far as objectionable content goes, there is very little iffy stuff. There is an upsetting subplot involving depression and suicide, some raunchy moments, and lots of deceit and manipulation. There are clear consequences for wrong actions, lessons learned, and a feel-good ending, making About a Boy a win for teens and their families.

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Educator
January 20, 2011
 
Great message for kids in that "dorky" title character doesn't conform to peer pressure, despite bullying - carries on being a dork and proud of it! Have watched it several times and always enjoy the performances by Grant, Hoult and Collette.

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Parent
October 16, 2011
 
I thought the movie was funny, but much different than what is written in the book. I was expecting to see more of the book in the movie, but that was not the case. I did like the ending in the movie more than I liked the ending in the book.
Be aware that there are sexual contents in this movie.

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Adult
August 30, 2009
 
it was okay.

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Parent of 3 year old
February 13, 2010
 
funny as
great movie ... love it

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Adult
May 26, 2010
 
I was renting movies tonight and I saw this title, but it didn't jump out at me. I'm might eventually watch it but it's not a first choice.

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