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Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet the Wolfman

By Paul Trandahl, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 5+

A loveable horror story with life lessons.

Movie G 2000 79 minutes
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age 8+

Based on 2 parent reviews

FamilyDad
FamilyDad Parent of 5 and 8-year-old
December 18, 2015
age 6+

Okay

My boys watched it (ages 5 3/4 and 8 1/2) and both liked it. Based on their review, it did not sound very scary or mean, there were no nightmares, they seemed satisfied with it, and they didn't play "I'm a wolf man and going to eat you." or anything like that. So, I would say, it was OK.
NerdyNette
NerdyNette Adult
August 20, 2013
age 10+

One of the best movies ever.

This is the second best movie ever made. The Chipmunks Meet the Wolfman is an amazing movie. From the plot, the storyline, to the messages it sends. The characters are the best characters ever created in history, and when placed into such an entrancing movie, they make magic.

This title has:

Great messages
Great role models
Too much violence
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What's the Story?

ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS MEET THE WOLFMAN revolves around Theodore and his struggles with his shaky self-image. Unpleasant encounters with a school bully undermine his self-confidence, but his role in a school play allows him to begin to believe in himself. Meanwhile, a horror movie-obsessed Alvin becomes convinced that the chipmunk's new neighbor is a werewolf.

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say (2 ):
Kids say (9 ):

Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet the Wolfman is a polished direct-to-video production. The animation is quite good, and the characters are cute and appealing without ever being cloying. Its greatest virtue, however, is that there's more emphasis on characters than one would expect in a story involving singing chipmunks and werewolves.

The writers create a believable sibling relationship among the three brothers. While they quarrel, it's obvious that they really care about each other. Adults get a sympathetic treatment as well. Dave Seville, the chipmunk's "father," takes an active interest in their affairs, as does the school principal, who places Theodore in the school play specifically to boost his self-confidence.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about Theodore's challenges in school. How have you reacted when you were bullied in school? Did you want to turn around, like Theodore, and become a bully, too? What did Alvin and Simon do to help prevent that from happening to Theodore?

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