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Dr. No
- Review Date: November 28, 2005
- PG
- Genre: Action/Adventure
- 1963
Common Sense Media says
007's silver screen debut. Not for young kids.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this movie depicts behavior that, while thought to be acceptable at the time of its release, would be widely considered sexist today. The hero's womanizing is as much a part of his allure as his wit and good looks. Women characters are cardboard cut outs, either duplicitous or too frightened to take action. Similarly, most of the black characters are lackeys or stooges. The hero murders a character without an ounce of remorse. While this character had attempted to kill him, the hero was not in danger at the moment he shot his enemy. The violence is neither bloody nor especially realistic.
What's the story?
James Bond (Sean Connery), is a British Secret Service agent who has been called upon to investigate suspicious activity in Jamaica. With the help of an earthy Jamaican (John Kitzmiller) and an American CIA agent (Jack Lord), Bond attempts to unravel the mystery of who or what is interfering with rocket launches in the States.
Is it any good?
Not quite as streamlined or cohesive as many of its successors, DR. NO introduces James Bond, one of the most enduring figure of Western cinema, to the world. Considering how many sequels this modest action-spy film spawned, it's worth asking why this refined roué has stuck around as long as he has. The answer, for better or worse, probably lies in the unapologetic way the film plays to undomesticated male fantasies. The action is wooden and the plot contrived, but it sure is fun to look at.
Before allowing kids to view this film, parents may want to consider the overt sexual themes featured in DR. NO.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about what qualities of James Bond one might want to emulate. What makes people think James Bond is cool? What is different about the world in which he lives in than our world?
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Great action, maybe a bit too intense for young viewers.
This is a great old action flick. It is a bit boring at the start but the last few scenes on Dr. No's island are great. 7year old kids might be a bit scared but great movie.
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perfect for most.
Good exciting, action film. No issues.
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Surprisingly not a very good Bond film; extremely cheesy. Since violence is quite minimal and mild, and sexual content only goes up to the point of innuendo and kissing (what surprise for Bond!), this would probably still keep its PG rating today.
My rating: PG for mild action violence, infrequent drinking/smoking, mild language and some sensuality.
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Great Movie.....
Bond is great in his first debut on the silver screen. little iffy on a few things but great over all
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First bond flick is dated, but still quiet entertaining.for most.
The very first James Bond movie ever is Dr. No, which debuted back in 1962. The funny thing about this movie is that, even though the title isn't much to talk about, who knew that it would span over twenty spy flicks over the years and huge amount of success and money for the creator, stars, directors and anyone else associated with these movies. But, since it was made in 1962, the fact that this movie is dated goes with out saying. Bond womanizing and card board cut out female characters appear extremely out of place in today's society. Also, this movie is Rated PG, but would be much closer to a PG-13 by today's standards: With frequent partial nudity and sensuality, not to mention some intense action with plenty of people being killed with out a shred or remorse, what so ever. Still, it makes for a great first out in what was to be one of the most successful movie franchises ever.
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Not my favorite
This is a very slow Bond movie that isn't as exciting as the others
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Kids love bond
the first film I saw on TV. People appear to be stuck up about bond, the classics are fine family entertainment and a staple of Christmas time TV.
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Kid, 11 years old
April 4, 2012
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awsome yet worriesome
this is is a fantastic start to the 007 franchise. though it may startle young viewers. I saw this film when I was 10 or 11 I'm not quiet shore how old but it got a little cavey when 007 is in a cell with an electric air vent (spoiler warning) and hot water pours over him. again, very good movie, good to watch with your kids 11 and up.
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| Topics: | adventures |
| Studio: | MGM/UA |
| Director: | Terence Young |
| Cast: | Jack Lord, Sean Connery, Ursula Andress |
| Genre: | Action/Adventure |
| Run time: | 111 minutes |
| Theatrical release date: | May 8, 1963 |
| DVD release date: | May 16, 2000 |
| MPAA rating: | PG |
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