Millions (PG, 2005)
common sense media says
A rare family film that's not just for kids.
parents & educators say
- 38% say sexual content is an issue
- 31% say there are positive messages
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this is a little salty language in this film, and a child is threatened by a burglar but there is no violence and overall this is a fine film for families. American kids may need help understanding the thick British accents.
Violence:
Damian is threatened by a burglar. An imagined burglary involves baseball bats, no beating shown.
Sex:
The boys look at a lingerie site and try to enlarge the nipple seen through a bra. Damian walks in on his father and girlfriend asleep in the same bed.
Language:
Brief language.
Consumerism:
Many products mentioned as the boys think about spending the money. The Nike swoosh is prominently displayed on the bag of money.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
The ghost of a saint smokes, and comments that anything is allowed in heaven.
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Review It
Based on 13 parent & educator reviews:
- 38% say sexual content is an issue
- 31% say there are positive messages
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kellystp
parent of 7 and 11 year old
parent of 7 and 11 year old
scary for younger kids, disappointed
I was surprised that this was recommended family film for everyone to enjoy. Menacing, stalking thief was too scary for the 7 year old. Accents were impossible for her as well.
Complex themes are introduced such as adults have flawed ethics, but they aren't really dealt with. Did enjoy the quirkiness, but the plot seemed fractured.
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SpudCoss
parent
parent
A change from the usual Hollywood style of family film
This is a funny little film but quite refreshing to see a movie that isn't "Hollywood". My 10 year old boy was mildly scared in parts, probably more because of the gritty way the film is shot (you see far worse scares in the likes of harry potter etc.) but overall enjoyed it. It is unbelievable that people are upset by the 'underwear' scene. I actually appreciated this scene as it gave us a little more insight into the roles played in the family. The boys look at a breast (in a bra) and when the younger boy asks what a nipple is for the older boy replies that it's for feeding babies and remembers back to when their mother was alive and breastfeeding. In my opinion, the dialogue attached to the image made it a tender moment where the older boy was remembering their mother - It is not remotely sexual. Parents who are upset by this and who imply sexual connotations are the ones sending out the wrong message, not the film.
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dragondude123
teen, 15 years old
teen, 15 years old
Good for everyone but younger ones
It was fine. not the best movie i've seen, though.
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ocie14
teen, 14 years old
teen, 14 years old
Really cool film, creepy parts
I personally love this movie. It's very deep, emotional, and pretty brilliant. The acting and the characters and messages are fantastic. But it's also kind of on the trippy/creepy side. Especially the scene with the donkey and the robber. Some people (directly below me) are upset about the scene with the bra commercial. It's really nothing, just showing how Anthony cares about sex. I saw this movie when I was about 9 and it did scare me, but I totally recommend it.
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teen, 17 years old
teen, 17 years old
I luaghed at some parts
You should see this movie and you probaly will like it even though I thought it was so and so. This movie had a wonderful message for all viewers.
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onehappyfamily
adult
adult
A cute movie except for one scene that ruined it!!!
Had alot going on, with younger brother seeing imaginary saints, the brothers trying to keep the money a secret and trying to spend it too.
It was a cute movie except for one scene! The part that was very unnecessary and ruined it for our family is when the boys are shopping online and the older brother shows his brother a womens lingerie site and then they zoom up on the models nipples. I always wonder why they put stuff in like that. Do they do it for the Adults? I for one don't appreciate it! Luckily we watched with our kids and saw it coming and where able to fast forward so the kids did not see. It otherwise would have been a great movie that the kids could watch by themselves anytime. Everything else was PG rated, no cussing and no other sexual scenes.
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erraggarn98
kid, 13 years old
kid, 13 years old
The Best!
A very unique movie with great realistic characters. A little scary, and has a little sexual content.
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contedorf
parent of and 6 , 11 , 16 year old
parent of and 6 , 11 , 16 year old
Not quite for the under 10 set
Very good film, and violence isn't overt, but burglar character is way too sinister, and the sexual overtones are a bit too rich for the 9 year old rating given here.
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faliconz
teen, 14 years old
teen, 14 years old
not appropirate for little
la senza part, disturbed me.
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missylynn
teen, 17 years old
teen, 17 years old
a little weird
okay movie
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royroyroy
parent of 10 year old
parent of 10 year old
Great story, great values and fun for kids and adults: good Christmas film
This is a one of a kind fable set in modern times. The hero is the younger of two sons of a single father. All three are dealing with the recent loss of the mother, a topic which is handled with great sensitivity and, ultimately, hope. There is a mildly menacing villain but no actual violence and minimal suspense so it's probably not advisable for under age 8. It also rests on an undercurrent of christianity- the boy has semi-comical visions of saints, but it's not really a religious film. Avoid it only if that would really offend you- otherwise this film is a gem. It does take place at Christmastime and has strongly anti-commerical sentiments so a great choice for a movie to see with your kids the week before Christmas.
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Con lad
kid, 11 years old
kid, 11 years old
Not for people under the age of eight.
This is a very good film and probably one of my favourites.
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krystinalyon
parent of 12 year old
parent of 12 year old
Loved having a quirky film that my 12 year old son and I could enjoy together.
I agree with one of your reviewers that the scene with the boys looking at women in lingerie was unnecessary in an otherwise pitch perfect film. Lots to discuss and the younger brother's character is a delight. I was worried about the spooky burglar but my son took it in his stride...scene with ghost of mother made me cry (not my son though...)
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stinky
teen, 16 years old
teen, 16 years old
not the best movie.
bad movie. Don't waste your time. My six year old sister was curled up in my mom's lap crying. No humor either.
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bill colins
parent
parent
You should see this movie
the movie is interesting. The lingerie site, nipple thing is just what kids do given the chance so I dont think its out of place but if you cotton wool your kids (and yourself) from reality you might be uncomfortable. The kids made good conversation following this movie figuring out a few of the complexities. Definite rewatch on the cards.
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nguymon
adult
adult
I was so upset with this movie. I was thrown off because of the pg rating and the fact that I got it from the children's section from my local library. I normally would have just given my kids the go ahead to watch this movie. I am glad that I previewed it, because the story line (I think that the writers were trying to make some political statements, that went over my head), and the suspense would have been too much. The part that REALLY threw me for a loop was the boys looking at the bra model, and not as another viewer stated "trying to zoom in" on the nipple, but actually doing it, twice!! It had nothing to do with the plot, and made it seem like this is just what boys do! I would have been so mad had my kids seen this!
Don't see this movie, I get sick of this stuff being stuck in like its no big deal, and then putting some sweet ending in that is supposed to make us feel good about the movie in the end.
On a positive note I did think that the little boy in the lead did a great job.
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GreysonGirl98
teen, 13 years old
teen, 13 years old
Fun, but forgettable.
I liked this movie but didn`t love it. It was funny is some parts though.
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