Average Rating by Parents & Educators

They rate this title iffy for age 13 and up.

They give it four stars

Based on 4 reviews

Average Rating by Kids

They rate this title on for age 9 and up.

They give it four stars

Based on 12 reviews

Ratings at a Glance

50% of parents don't think the messages are positive
50% of parents say the sexual behavior isn't age appropriate
50% of parents say it's too violent
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Parent & Educator Reviewers Say | Kid Reviewers Say

  1. I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give it 4.0

  2. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Connecticut
    I rate this title iffy for age 15 and give it 3.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive violence
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Negative message

    Chicago is quite the movie. It is filled with excellent, innovative dance numbers, wonderful music, and an original plot. There is also, however, a lot to worry about. Women murderers are encouraged to lie and manipulate to get off scot-free. Bribes, sexual favors, and an every-girl-for-herself attitude abound. Dance numbers are sexy, sexy, sexy (one line goes "when you're stroking mama/mama's stroking you" as the actress pulls a silk scarf between her legs). Two murders and a hanging occur. There is not a good role model in the film! Watch out when seeing with kids younger than 14 or so.

  3. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in California
    I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it 4.0

    Bad Message, Great Movie

    I watched this movie because I love musical theatre. However, in every scene, either someone is smoking, with a gun, or singing in a bar. The message implies that if you want fame, you can kill someone as long as you get away with it. An innocent character dies while a few guilty ones get away. Not good for spring chickens but mature 13 year olds and up, you'll love this one!

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Massachusetts
    I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it 5.0

    CHICAGO- And all that jazz!!!

    I absolutley loved CHICAGO, it is a great movie. Definitely buy it: Sex: 6 1/2- One semi explicit sex scene and some sexually related dialogue is present but thrown away and forgotten about by music and dancing. Nudity: 5- We see parts of a man's buttocks and many, many scantily clad women. Violence: 7- The movie is centered around violence and some shootings. Also dialogue and references to murders are present. Language: 4- Mild language. And like I said in the 'Sex' column, sexually related dialogue. Drug Use: 2- Some smoking. Rating: ***** Stars out of ***** Stars

 

Parent & Educator Reviewers Say | Kid Reviewers Say

  1. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    I rate this title on for age 12 and give it 4.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use
    • Negative message

    Good for mature kids, but not for young kids.

    I think the acting and music is incredible, but the innuendo and amoral satire is not good for younger kids.

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give it 4.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Negative message

    Good for 12 and up; Some racey content

    I Liked this movie, but it has some content that's for older kids, because some will not appercaite it. It has some amoral satire and sexual innuendo that's not apporaite for young kids. The acting and singing is incredible in this movie!

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    Lives in Virginia
    I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it 4.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive violence
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language
    • Negative message

    Entertaining but not Oscar-worthy musical

    The acting was mediocre, with only the charismatic Queen Latifah breaking the mold, the musical numbers were very interesting, but all the sexed up dresses and strong language takes away from what this movie is supposed to be: a lighthearted musical. Not appropriate for children under 13. Other than that, it was quite amusing and at times extremely clever.

  4. I rate this title on for age 10 and give it 5.0

    Must see!!!!

    I first saw this when i was ten!!! Loved it, even went to see it on broad way!!!!

  5. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in Illinois
    I rate this title on for age 12 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language
    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use

    These songs will make you want to just jump up and dance along!

    I loved this musical, probably mostly because I loved the music. This was an excellent translation from Broadway to movie.

  6. Teen Reviewer Age 17
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 12 and give it 5.0

    Yah....

    This movie is really good. The sex isn't really all that explicit, but it is there, and the dialog can be a bit iffy, but other than that, you shouldn't worry about anyone over 12 watching it.

  7. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 12 and give it 5.0

    A brilliant work of theater!

    This movie is a masterpiece and desearves a five star rating. I recromend it for people 12+. Peace out, i love dogs

  8. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in California
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 5.0

  9. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

  10. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    i loved it!

    this is a must see movie for anyone 12 or older. it was pretty grafic in the sex stuff. if your a parent, you will want to see this first before your kid.

  11. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Massachusetts
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 5.0

    CHICAGO is a sexy, tantalizing romp musica

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