I thought this was going to be a really good movie, then I started watching it... the movie really had not plot, it was very slow, and there was some really awkward parts. This movie had way too much weed smoking and drinking... there was no suspense and the movie was obvious and predictable. There were at most maybe 4 funny parts. If you can rent it for a dollar and don't have anything else to do... go for it.
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Adventureland
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Not age appropriate for kids under 15, age appropriate for kids over 18; suggested age 15. -
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Common Sense says
Fairly thoughtful romcom masquerades as a raunchy indie.
Themes in this movie include: dating/crushes
updated 10.09.09
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 15–18
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What Parents Need to Know
About Adventureland
Parents need to know that this is a review of the R-rated comedy that came out in theaters and not the unrated version available on DVD. From the director of Superbad, which stars Twilight's Kristen Stewart, this will definitely appeal to teens. It's not quite as raunchy as Superbad, but there's still plenty of swearing and drug use (mostly pot). You can also expect some drinking, smoking, and sex (more along the lines of heavy makeout sessions than outright nudity). Characters talk about virginity frequently and sometimes mock those who are still virgins.
Read our full review by S. Jhoanna Robledo
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the movie's messages about sex and relationships. How do the characters' attitudes about sex compare to those of other "hard-R" teen comedies? Do they seem realistic to you? Why or why not?
- What do you think of James' decision to remain a virgin until he meets the "right" woman? What does "right" mean? Why is he portrayed as being so different from his male peers?
- Families can also discuss the characters' drinking and drug use. What are the consequences in real life?
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- I rate this title iffy for age 15 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
What just happened?
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
I actually thought Adventureland was a very good movie with a happy ending. Im fourteen and my only concerns for the movie was the alchohol consumption of underage drinkers,the many occasions where the workers were either doing weed or pot and getting extremely high,the language is very foul but isnt very constant,and the sexual behavior is a little inappropriate using many refrences to sex. But overall i thought that the message was okay although two of the main characters cheat on eachother and one is involved with a married man. I saw that Adventureland is age appropriate for teens fourteen and older.
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
I actually thought Adventureland was a very good movie with a happy ending. Im fourteen and my only concerns for the movie was the alchohol consumption of underage drinkers,the many occasions where the workers were either doing weed or pot and getting extremely high,the language is very foul but isnt very constant,and the sexual behavior is a little inappropriate using many refrences to sex. But overall i thought that the message was okay although two of the main characters cheat on eachother and one is involved with a married man. I saw that Adventureland is age appropriate for teens fourteen and older.
- I rate this title iffy for age 15 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Non-AdventureLand.
Ok, I really thought I was going to like this movie, but I ended up barely being able to finish it. I am a big fan of the main actors in the movie, and while they did a good job the movie overall tanked. Also, there is a lot of drug use, and sex is a big part of the movie.
- I rate this title on for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
I think it is a funny movie and it is also good but it does have heavy drug use and have sex alot but it's only implied not shown (shown naked makeing out but can't see anything) at end of movie
- I rate this title on for age 15 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
Perfect for older teens but not kids.
Loved it i some might be a bit disapointed, while it is a comedy it is also a love story in decise. I enjoyed this and thought it would be a good movie for thouse who know NOT to go and follow what these actors do in the film.
- I rate this title on for age 16 and give itMy concerns are:
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Adventureland - in more ways than one
This movie provides a slice of life, vintage summer of 1987 Pittsburgh, pre-college grads and similar age group - their common ground is working at Adventureland. While some of the characters already know each other, the story allows new relationships to develop along the way. Instead of keeping the viewer at arm's length, the movie shares with you the emotional changes and lessons learned by the main characters from all the interactions and motives behind them. I think the story is representative and realistic for the time, location and people in this socio-economic group. I loved the amusement park scenery and the music was a bonus. This story can't really be told without those elements that gave it an "R" rating.
- I rate this title on for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Amazing moviee and LOVE Jesse Einsberg =)
whoa! this was an AMAZING moviee hahaha. It is not inappropriate at all. they dont show anything except for a bit of kissing. but like whats the big deal? everyone kisses =P hahha anyways this was an amazing movie and Jesse Einsberg was adorable in this movie!!!
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
This movie was really, really good. I decided to watch it because of Kristen Stewart, who I love. I was expecting a mildly funny, if slightly stupid, comedy. This movie is so much more than I expected. It was quite funny, and actually had some depth. I recommend it.
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Adventureland
It is a movie that is released in 2009, but made in the 80's, it is a very good, and is a very good movie recommend for teens. Don't be excited for Kristen Stewart is not a good role, she has an affair with Ryan Reyonlds and even smokes pot. It is a very good movie, one of the greatest black comedies yet!
- I rate this title iffy for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Drugs an issue, not much else
The movie was not bad, and there are really no issues besides a lot of "f-bombs" and pot. On their breaks, the workers at Adventureland constantly smoke pot, which I could've gone without. Overall, this movie is fine, except for drug use. The movie itself was pretty good.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
it contains everything even f***
Lives in New YorkI rate this title off for age 15 and give itMy concerns are:- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- I rate this title off for age 17 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
The fact that one of the most popular teen actresses is in this kind of movie may attract a younger audiences of her fans. The movie plot seems ridiculous and mindless and overall demoralizing to young people who choose not to whore themselves around at a young age. I wouldn't even recommend it for a 15 year old, and there is a reason it's rated R, people. 15 and up? If I'm not mistaken the MPAA states 17 and up for R rated movies. Parents shouldn't have to feel like they can expose their teenagers to crap like this. If you're looking for a raunchy, brainless, indignant form of entertainment (and I use the word 'entertainment' loosely), I suppose this is the movie for you.
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
This is a great movie, but very bad language and lots of drug use.
- I rate this title iffy for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
Modern teens and children of the '80's will find a lot to think about, just don't expect Superbad
Despite exactly knowing the ending from the start, it's precise, careful scripting and mature, complex characters are what make this romantic dramedy a gem. It may not be Citizen Kane, but it will provide both modern teens and people who grew up in the '80's a lot of food for thought, particularly in relating to living inside of and making the best of a majorly materialistic society. The heavy theme of prolonged adolesence is satirized, but not glorified. This theme is present throughout, and it means there's quite a bit of strong profanity, but not much as you're used to in the mainstream R-rated film. Several characters smoke joints, both in party scenes and while at the park. Marijuana-laced cookies are consumed while the workers are on duty and their intoxication is visible. Many of them also drink to excess, and the main character's father is a closet alcoholic. Sex is not referred to in a raunchy way, but is still discussed a few times, plus it's implied that the park mechanic(who's married) is having an affair with a young game-operator who the lead character happens to be attracted to. The actual act is kept pretty restrained in terms of on-screen depiction. Characters are seen kissing, plus an affair is implied, but there is no nudity or clear on-screen depiction of intercourse. Adventureland warrants it's R-rating, but those prepared will find a charming and resonant film that you'll definitely wanna revisit.
- I rate this title on for age 15 and give it
F
ewf
- I rate this title on for age 17 and give it
great!
really great! loved it!
- I rate this title on for age 14 and give it
great writing!
eally appropriate and not bad relay well written!
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| 86% | of parents say there's too much drinking, drugs, or smoking |
| 71% | of parents say it has language their kids can't use |
| 43% | of parents say the sexual behavior isn't age appropriate |
| 29% | of parents say they notice product placement |
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