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All parent reviews for Big Fish

Age
11
Adult
April 9, 2008
 
Incredible!
Tim Burton is a genius. His imagination is never-ending. I enjoyed this movie so much. There is some sexual references and brief nudity but nothing too explicit. Some language but it didn't make the movie less enjoyable. I recommend this movie to anyone.

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Parent of 6, 7, and 10 year old
September 29, 2009
 

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Parent
January 11, 2011
 
Great movie. Nothing risque about it. Enjoy.

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Adult
April 9, 2008
 
Tim Burton almost normal
This is a charming movie, a bit disorienting and unfocused, but Ewan McGregor is fantastic and the character interactions greatly appealing. This movie lacks the edge that many of Burton's other movies contain, but this doesn't by any means take away from the story. The plot is pretty difficult to explain, but it's a great movie for teens and adults. I don't think younger children would really understand it, although they might simply enjoy the many stories told. This movie is touching and funny.

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Parent of 16 and 16 year old
June 2, 2009
 
Metaphorically Speaking...
This movie is probably the nest explanation of a metaphor a kid could ever get. Edward's whole life, he has told his true stories through slightly exaggerated metaphors. I think it sends a great message of the power of love between a man and woman, and of the importance of trust between father and son. It is a great movie to see with your children, and you will have a lot to talk about afterwards.

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Adult
April 9, 2008
 
I like make-you-think movies
If you enjoy movies like "What Dreams May Come" you'll like this flick. Artsy and a little esoteric, and charged with 'deeper meaning.' I loved it. I especially enjoyed the relationship between the husband and wife--some people do stay in love and faithful forever.I wouldn't take kids to see it--mostly because I don't think they would be too interested. Even teenagers might not have patience with it if they aren't into mythic or allegorical stuff. The movie explores everything from family relationships, to oral tradition, to reaching for your dreams, to forgiveness and tolerance. Don't waste time trying to 'figure it out'--just allow yourself to enjoy it the first time around--then see it a second time to get it all the details straight. With the exception of Danny Devitos bare bottom--there is very little offensive material in this, which is refreshing. 2 Thumbs up!

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Adult
April 9, 2008
 
brief nudity
I love this movie, I love the stories they tell in the movie. I think its a great movie for everyone to go see, kids under 7 might not be interested in it, some cuss words and brief nudity(dont look). My relative is in this movie, shes the little he meets girl when he goes through the forest, she throws his shoes when he leaves.

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Adult
April 9, 2008
 
An Imaginative and Fun Fairy Tale
I love Tim Burton, and Big Fish may just be my favorite movie of his. It's a great mix of fantasy and humor with a heart. As far as content goes, well, it shows Danny DeVito's butt. That was fairly disturbing. Besides that there's not much objectionable content.

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Adult
April 9, 2008
 

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Adult
April 9, 2008
 
Compelling Drama.
i really liked this movie surprisingly since many people whom I know that have saw it said it was dumb but I amazed at how origional imaginative, and thought provoking it was. Some dissapointing nudity but since none of it was sexual this could be one PG-13 movie tweens could see.

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Adult
April 9, 2008
 
Burton at his best.
I love Tim Burton and proud to say it is his best since Ed Wood. The cast excells and the direction, music score and Cinematography are excellent. The movie really makes you think and the script is great too. Amazing.

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Adult
April 9, 2008
 
I liked it so much I bought it
This movie is wonderful. There is a little language, kids saying the s word and the d word. Other than that it is great. I would have given it a PG rating

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Adult
April 9, 2008
 
a bit odd but thats what makes it original! :D
ok this movie is pretty weird. but i liked it. its sweet and... just cool in its own little way. big fish is not like your ordinary movie and thats wat i like about it. and ewan makes it all the more cool too. :P id say ages 8 up

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