This was a good movie. We found it to be graphic and violent, but it also showed the reality of Jewish persecution. You need to use your common sense and decide if it is appropriate for your child's maturity. It can provide an opportunity for discussing drinking and use of foul language as well as a history lesson. (For us homeschool families!)
Defiance
(2008, Rated R, Drama, Starring Daniel Craig, Liev Schreiber, Jamie Bell)Ratings at a Glance
| 100% | of parents say it has language their kids can't use |
| 50% | of parents say it's too violent |
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Parent & Educator Reviewers Say | Kid Reviewers Say
- I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
Good Movie!
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
Good one!
Really liked it! Absolutely recommend it! "Zus" did a wonderful job, especially speaking Russian. Very believable... Good one!
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
Very good movie
My 15 year old son and I saw the movie together last night. We both enjoyed the movie. He had read the book and found the movie had some story line differences which did not significantly change the real story. I thought the director and actors did an excellent job of telling the story - I could almost feel the extreme cold and hunger suffered by the community.
- I rate this title off for age 8 and give it
This movie was okay.
I am not a big fan of this movie. It was okay. It was not that good. I like the actor, but I do not like the character that he played. I think they should have filmed the movie in Saskatchewan because that would have highlighted the conflict between the farmers and the city folk.I am not a big fan of this movie. It was okay. It was not that good. I like the actor, but I do not like the character that he played. I think they should have filmed the movie in Saskatchewan because that would have highlighted the conflict between the farmers and the city folk.
Parent & Educator Reviewers Say | Kid Reviewers Say
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
It's okay for kids that don't get scared of guns and fighting.
I absolutely LOVE this movie!!! it's great! Not a lot of gore... only bloody faces and stuff. Nothing compared to Saving Private Ryan. Their was about 8 F words (some in subtitles). The characters drink a ton of Vodka. My favorite character is Zus he's can be funny sometimes. Pretty much OK for kids 12+
- I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
An Absolute Perfect WWII Movie!
In a world where Nazi Germany is slowly taking over, and Jews are rapidly being killed, there's gotta be someone who's willing to rebel! This movie was a fantastic re-enactment of a true and inspiring story. Daniel Craig plays the role of a Polish Jew who's almost entire family is slaughtered by the Nazis. He and his three brothers form a rebel group that fights back against the Nazi reign. Very good and realistic movie, and is a great movie for all who find an interest in WWII, and do not know much about the Polish rebels. Much better movie than Valkryie, and it receives a 5 out of 5.
