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Ocean's Eleven
- Review Date: May 19, 2003
- PG-13
- Genre: Action/Adventure
- 2001
Common Sense Media says
Fun heist movie for older kids and their families.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that Ocean's Eleven is a slick caper movie that keeps the audience rooting for appealing, clever con artists and thieves throughout. The fact that their target is a ruthless and violent business tycoon is meant to lessen the immorality and illegality of their adventure. There's lots of suspense, a few action-packed moments with some hard punches thrown, several explosions, a faked death, and two guards gassed into unconsciousness. No one is hurt or killed. Swearing is occasional, including "f—k," "s—t," "goddamn," "screwing," "hell." In one scene there is a mock racist argument during which characters call one another "cracker" and "colored." Sexuality is limited to one kiss as well as a few wide shots of strippers and a lap dance in an upscale nightclub. This film, a loose remake of the 1960 film of the saem name, starring Frank Sinatra and his Rat Pack, spawned the sequels Ocean's Twelve and Ocean's Thirteen.
What's the story?
In this loose remake of the 1960 film starring Frank Sinatra and his Rat Pack, George Clooney plays Sinatra's part, Danny Ocean, this time just out of prison (in the tux he was wearing when he went in) with an idea about robbing three casinos of $150 million. The only problem is that the vault that holds all of their cash is "a security system that rivals that of most nuclear silos." But Danny figures if he can get a good team together and a bankroll for some equipment, he can make it work, Mission Impossible-style. Danny connects with his former partner-in-crime Rusty (Brad Pitt), and they gather a team of men with various criminal talents.
Is it any good?
With enough genuine Hollywood star power to light all the neon signs in Nevada, OCEAN'S 11 is a good old-fashioned, Hollywood heist film fun. Part of the pleasure of the film is that we feel that we're listening in on real conversations, and find ourselves leaning forward as though each of us is in on the deal with them.
One problem, though, is that there are just too many goodies on screen. It's hard for us to adjust our expectations for star turns by the high-wattage cast (which includes Matt Damon, Bernie Mac, Don Cheadle, and Julia Roberts, to name just a few). There are so many stars that we don't get to spend enough time with any of them. Old-timers Elliott Gould and Carl Reiner are magnificent in small roles, and a couple of young TV stars drop by for a slyly hilarious cameo. And Brad Pitt turns in a performance of effortless charm, subtle and witty, completely in service to the character and the movie and yet completely movie star mesmerizing.
Explore, discuss, enjoy
Families can talk about why heist films are perennially popular. What is it that we enjoy so much about seeing a robbery? Is it the fantasy of instant millions? The fun of seeing how they solve the unsolvable logistical problems? Watching them respond on the spot to the unexpected?
How do the writer and director make us root for the crooks?
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Adult
April 9, 2008
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One of my favorites
I love the mix of comedy used as well as the plot and quick pace keeps you wanting more. It was fun, pretty clean and makes me smile. Great job by all these top notch actors!
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Teen, 14 years old
April 9, 2008
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A cleaver but for the older kids and there adults
Oceans 11 is exciting and good but the humor is definitally adult and the younger kids will probally not get it.
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Kid, 11 years old
April 24, 2011
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Great For Tweens
I think this is the funniest movie EVER!!!!
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Adult
February 3, 2011
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Fine for adults, not for kids/young teens
I loved the plot of the movie. Great acting. Interesting. Action-packed. But as for the whole "positive role model" concept, that goes out the door when you consider that they are all a bunch of theives robbing the largest casinos in Vegas. Putting that thought aside, there were still some questional elements not suitable for children/young teens. The language was strong. The sexuality was pretty bad. No bedroom scenes, but practical nudity of the show girls. One scene has a girl in a COMPLETELY see-through dress seducing a man. I was shocked that was in there. Overall, the movie is fine for adults. I would not recommend for anyone under 15.
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Adult
April 9, 2008
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Ocean's 11~ Just as good as the original.....(sortof)
Just as good as the original.....(sortof).... I say that because of the premise of the movie is to rob 3 casino's. Ok so whats the big deal? the Original movie was set in the 50's-60's where the technology of security was lax at best. Now-a-days theres alot more going on behind the scenes in a casino regarding security. So the whole premise of the ending (how they 'get away with the loot') had to be redone. Briliant! I watched the movie thinking how are they going to do this (being a fan of the Rat Pack and seeing the first movie) Wont give away how they did but Just Briliant! Clooney & Pitt are great together. The rest of the "All-Star" cast is equally well played. Over all a VERY ENJOYABLE movie. Worth every second. Keeps you visually and mentally entertained. A must for any True movie goer. Every time this movie hits HBO I know what im doing for the next 2 hrs. If you havent seen this movie, DO SO! Also I recomend watching the Original, its in Black & White, yes they used to make movies this way... and it is equally entertaining.
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Adult
October 10, 2010
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Such a wasted cast...
With a cast like this, you'd think that this would be the greatest heist movie ever. What we got was boring, annoying dribble. I'm sorry for being so negative, but I was genuinely shocked at how much I didn't like this movie! Parents: There is some bad language and intense peril, but that still doesn't make the movie entertaining. Bottom Line: I didn't enjoy this film, but that doesn't mean you won't. In fact, that goes for any review I or any other critic puts out there. It's just opinion, folks. But, I appreciate that you took time to hear my opinion. So, thanks for reading! - Movie Man
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Kid, 12 years old
November 29, 2009
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Great for ages 10+
This movie is definitely my top 3
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Teen, 13 years old
April 9, 2008
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Great movie.
I like this movie a lot, but it might be because I've seen the second one. Definitely see this one, but unless you love the series, don't see the second one, even though it's important to the story. Ask someone who has seen it to tell you what happened.
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Kid, 11 years old
May 27, 2011
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AWESOME MOVIE! (brad pitt looks cute in it too!)
I've recently read a heist book and it was amazing, just like this movie. Although it has a few bad words(which I won't list here), it's not that bad of wording. It is funny and very entertaining and catches your attention all the time.
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Teen, 13 years old
March 28, 2011
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i love this movie! however, the word f--k is said about twice and there is other strong language.
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| Studio: | Warner Bros. |
| Director: | Steven Soderbergh |
| Cast: | Brad Pitt, George Clooney, Matt Damon |
| Genre: | Action/Adventure |
| Run time: | 116 minutes |
| Theatrical release date: | December 7, 2001 |
| DVD release date: | May 7, 2002 |
| MPAA rating: | PG-13 |
| MPAA explanation: | some language and sexual content |
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