I think the love story was very intense and the subject matter was not of interest to most 12 year olds. They found it hard to follow and understand. The moms did enjoy though! Just don't think most 12 years would enjoy!
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Bright Star
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Not age appropriate for kids under 10, age appropriate for kids over 12; suggested age 12. -
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Romantic, moving film brings poet -- and poetry -- to life.
Themes in this movie include: dating/crushes, family relationships, friendship, honesty
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 12 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Bright Star
Parents need to know that this moving period romance is tame on the surface -- there's virtually no violence, sex, strong language or other iffy content -- but it has an undercurrent of sexual longing fueled by social barriers that complicate the characters' ability to be with the people they love. And though the story is told with a great deal of grace, it does have a bit of grit (but virtually no violence, sex, strong language, or other iffy content). First, there’s the consumption that finally claims poet John Keats -- its progression is delicately but truthfully depicted. Also, Keats' best friend is dismissive of those with no interest in poetry (i.e., Fanny, who's passionate about sewing instead), and there’s some discussion about Fanny’s virginity, but the conversations are oblique (and nothing more than kissing and hand-holding is shown on screen).
Read our full review by S. Jhoanna Robledo
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about John and Fanny's relationship. Why do so many characters seem to think that they don't belong together? What were the stakes for young lovers at that time, especially for women? How did those stakes vary by social class?
- Why do you think Keats doesn't press Fanny for a physical relationship? Was society's view of sex different in their time?
- Does it seem like poetry was more appreciated during Keats' than it is now? If yes, why? Who are the famous poets' modern-day counterparts?
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- Inappropriate sexual content
Probably better for older teens
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want to see this movie!
I haven't seen this movie yet but I really want to! I love old-fashioned-styled movies like this and love all the costumes!
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