finally a sick twisted movie i've seen in a while that hasn't much blood! the ending really suprised me.
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Orphan
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Not age appropriate for kids under 16, age appropriate for kids over 18; suggested age 16. -
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Common Sense says
Bad Seed-style horror movie is gory and ludicrous.
Themes in this movie include: family relationships, loss, revenge
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 16–18
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What Parents Need to Know
About Orphan
Parents need to know that this is a review of the movie shown in theaters and not the unrated version with an alternate ending available on DVD. Parents also need to know that this gory horror movie centers on extremely violent, sexual acts carried out by a 9-year-old girl. While the film's ultimate twist negates some of the queasy, sleazy feeling that comes from watching this kind of material, the bulk of the movie revolves around the shock value of seeing a child doing horrible things. Plus, there's lots of swearing (including "f--k" and "s--t"), as well as smoking, drinking, and sexual scenes between adults.
Read our full review by James Rocchi
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the movie's violence. Is it more or less realistic than what you've seen in other thrillers/horror movies? How does that affect its impact?
- How do you feel about the fact that a child is the one committing the movie's most horrible acts?
- Does the movie's twist let the filmmakers off the hook for some of the more extreme moments?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title iffy for age 15 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
my kind of movie...
- I rate this title iffy for age 16 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- Negative role models
- My highlights are:
THE MOVIE WAS VERY CRAZY WITH THE GURL BEING ACTUALLY A GROWN LADY AND ALL IT CRAZY BUT VERY VIOLENT..
- I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give it
Great thriller with a shocking ending
This was an amazing movie. It follows the common tradition lately in horror movies. A sick child going around killing and hurting people. But it came with an amazing ending. A must-see, as far as inappropriate content goes, it's nothing a common 13 yr old can't handle in my opinion. Especially if they've seen other horror movies. A bit tamer similar movie is "Joshua" if you're interested.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
- I rate this title off for age 16 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Great for Older Teens,but Young Teens,Tweens,and Children
Parents need to know that this movie has loads of sexual content and violence. A 9-year old seducing and kissing her father and a girl killing adults.She hurts a young Tween boy by setting a fire in a treehouse with the boy inside.She also blackmails a mare 5yr.old and the 5YR.old in the ends kills her by sooting her with a gun. Even with all that,the mother certainly loves her kids and the 5yr old girl isnt stupid,which ic a good thing and someything kids should look up too.
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
An Excellent movie for Young teens and older!
I LOVED it! a great Horror film! The very beginning isn't really for kids and there is one scene with sexuality, the F-word is used at least twice and there is extensive talk about a main female character having problems with drinking and even alot of talk about a young child almost drowning in a pond because of it, but over all, a good horror film for young teens ages 13+
- I rate this title off for age 16 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Negative role models
Not good for any children under age of 16
I didn't even begin to watch this movie when i found out the meaning if you wonder why your children are having problems sleeping this is why your inviting this kind off stuff into there hearts and mind
- I rate this title iffy for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
Good Horror Film
I'm 14 and i have seen this a few times. It's pretty weird, but its a good movie. Some sexual content.
- I rate this title off for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
watch it
i liked this movie a lot i thought at first this was going to be stupid becuse its justa little girl. I was suprised it was entertaning even though the twist is kind of stupid
- I rate this title off for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
watch it
i liked this movie a lot i thought at first this was going to be stupid becuse its justa little girl. I was suprised it was entertaning even though the twist is kind of stupid
- I rate this title on for age 15 and give it
AMAZING!!!
Excellent movie! Amazing. One of the best thrillers i've ever seen. Really not that scary. but a little pushy for 12.
- I rate this title on for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
It's Actually Very Good
This was a very good horror film, on of the only ones these days. Instead of making watered-down PG-13 crap, they actually made a quality film that is great for horror fans. Boo to common sense media for giving this one star.
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
Such a great movie! Isabelle Fuhrman is an amazing actress!
- I rate this title on for age 9 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
;)
OMG THAT WAS SUCH A GOOD MOVIE!! EVEN THOUGH IT'S RATED R, I SAW IT WITH MY MOM NOT MUCH OF A DEAL. MY FAVORITE PART WAS WHEN SHE WAS AT THE PLAYGROUND AND SLIPPED THAT GIRL DOWN THE THE SLIDE. GOD FOR HER!! MY LEAST FAVORITE PART WAS WHEN SHE WAS DRESSED IN THAT BLACK DRESS AND TRYING TO HAVE SEX WITH HER FATHER. IT WOULD'VE BEEN MORE INTERESTING IF THE FATHER AGREED TO MAYBE KISS, STRIP BUT NOT HAVE SEX ALL THE WAY. THE SCARIEST PART WAS WHEN HE WAS HANGING OUT OF THE TREE HOUSE WHEN IT WAS ON FIRE! WOOO! THAT MADE ME JUMP. IT WASN'T SO SCARY AFTER ALL. THE PREVIEWS WERE LIKE WOAH! THAT'S GOING TO BE SCARY! YES I GOT THE ENDING IT WAS... INTERESTING ;)
- I rate this title off for age 15 and give it
definitely earned its rating
fantastic movie. it goes where few dare to venture in terms of making the audience want to puke. not sick like saw or collector, but " i cant believe a child could concieve an idea such as that" but everything is answered in the end. the scene with the father on the couch made me cringe, overall it was a great horror film and really portrays the point of a scary/thriller! not for a younger audience.
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Negative role models
For Mature Teens
Great horror movie! There is mild gore and some disturbing scenes. Very deep and thrilling plot with unexpcted twists. Good movie but not for kids.
- I rate this title iffy for age 15 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
Good for Adults and Teens. But Bad for kids
This Movie is a really good movie. Just Not for kids.
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
Very good movie, not right for kids
This movie would be good for teens 13 and up who can handle a thriller. I think it would be better off a PG-13 but I can see why it's not, because some 13 year olds might not enjoy the gore. I don't advise having your teens see the movie by themselves, but if they can handle it, and they're with an adult, I think the movie is OK, as long as they turn their head away during a few scenes.
- I rate this title on for age 15 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
oh, and by the way, the bad stuff isn't the gore, it's the overall scariness (if that is a word) it gave me nightmare, which i NEVER have. i woke up in my bed sweating like no other. BUT it is still i GREAT movie overall!
- I rate this title on for age 15 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
I loved it. although i wasn't too crazy about the little kid breaking her own arm part, you had enough time to realize what was going to happen so you could put your fingers in front of your eyes in time. it was intense and interesting, and the twist at the end was extremely clever. i recommend it to anyone age 16+ (kind of hypocritical i know, seeing as i'm only 15)
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| 80% | of parents say it's too violent |
| 40% | of parents say it has language their kids can't use |
| 30% | of parents don't think the messages are positive |
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