Parents need to know that this offbeat comedy includes some sexual content (Sandra Bullock strips down to her bra, and Bradley Cooper is shirtless in the film's one love scene), as well as humorous but continuous references to sex, dating, and unrequited, obsessive infatuation (i.e. stalking). Language includes frequent use of words like "s--t" and "a--hole," and there's a brief glimpse of adults drinking beer with meals. There's a little bit of mild peril when characters get stuck in potentially dangerous situations, as well as a few cartoonish pratfalls.
Positive messages:Although the movie's "stalking" theme is obviously negative, the movie's resolution makes it clear that if you have to stalk someone you love, they don't really love you. The fact that Steve is less interested in Mary after discovering how "book smart" she is also sends an iffy message.
Positive role models:Ultimately, Mary realizes that she shouldn't have to change who she is for a man (she doesn't dumb down her behavior or change to be less quirky), but none of the characters is really a role model. Mary is a workaholic who transforms into an unprofessional, obsessed stalker. Steve is only too happy to sleep with a woman he hasn't said two words (until she proves herself too "crazy smart," that is). The news reporters are only interested in ratings and beating their colleagues to juicy stories. Mary's brand-new friends are sweet, but the woman in particular seems ignorant.
Violence:A group of schoolchildren falls into a hidden mineshaft; later, a couple of main characters fall in, too. A tornado lifts up a car that a few characters just ran away from, and there are a few funny pratfalls by Mary and Steve.
Sex:Mary basically attacks Steve during their first date. She and Steve are shown shirtless (she's wearing a bra) and make overt sexual references/gestures while making out as they're lying down in the backseat of a car. Although it's technically not a sex scene, the foreplay includes a few verbally explicit moments. Aside from that one scene, there are many conversations about romantic relationships and sexual comments and innuendo.
Language:Language includes "s--t," "a--hole," and "p---y," as well as "crap," "dumbass," "Christ!" and tamer words like "damn," "hell," etc.
Consumerism:Surprisingly few product placements, but there are a couple, including Twinkies.
Really funny. The only sexual scenes that everybody is worried about are fine! They are sexual, but in a funny way. Like she gives notice to the twinkie in the van. I love it. If your kid has a very kiddish sense of humor, like Monsters vs. Aliens, or Shorts- then I would say they wouldn't enjoy it. But if they are dry humored or like films like Legally Blonde, or Miss Congeniality then it will be fine. I am 11 and I personally loved it!
ok first of all the little kid who keeps trying to reveiw it whos like 7 dont listen to a crap of wat shes gotta say! shes like 7 and she says its anapropite for 16 year olds! LOL....
This movie had a lot of funny parts in it. I would recommend it for ages 12 or 13 and above.There is no nudity in this film. Only twice in the movie there is suggestive content.
This movie sucked!!!!! And the car scene is R' ish because he has no shirt on (but pants) and she has a skirt and a bra thats all!!!And they are making out for like minutes. And the movie is not funny nor romantic
When i saw the previews to this on tv i first thought.. wow this actually looks like a good comedy... after i rented and watched it i thought wow... that sucked.. its more of a bad romance movie and i thought that it barely had any funny moments and the romance part wasnt even decent for my expectations either
tcbueti educator and parent of and 10 , 12 , 14 year old
11
Not typical romcom
I liked this better than most reviews, (spoiler alert) because it doesn't have a traditional romcom ending--i.e.wacky, obsessed girl wins boy. Here, Mary -- and others-- realize that a kind, smart, even quirky girl is worthy of friendship, and that hav ing friends might be more important then having the "ticket to normal" boyfriend. And she's funny.
I thought this movie was the worst Sandra has done. I usually love her but the last 10 minutes is the only good part. It is FULL of sexual innuendos & has a very long inappropriate scene in a car. I wouldn't let any of my kids watch it! I'm ashamed I did.
I think that All About Steve is really a movie that is not appropriate really. I have seen a scene of this movie, and that did it for me, not only is it not ok, it's B.O.R.I.N.G!!!! I don't like it at all!
I really enjoyed this movie. The beginning was a little boring but about a quarter of the way into i started LOVING IT! it made me laugh... It was so suspense full until the very end... I reccomend this movie to anyone..My parents were laughing.. I was laughing I LOVED IT
this offbeat comedy includes some sexual content (Sandra Bullock strips down to her bra, and Bradley Cooper is shirtless in the film's one love scene), as well as humorous but continuous references to sex, dating, and unrequited, obsessive infatuation (i.e. stalking). Language includes frequent use of words like "s--t" and "a--hole," and there's a brief glimpse of adults drinking beer with meals. There's a little bit of mild peril when characters get stuck in potentially dangerous situations, as well as a few cartoonish pratfalls.