i think it is a very good movie, but its not the best. there is alot of funny parts, and theres action too. there is action violence, and a bad word or 2 and it has a ton of crude humor. it is really good family movie and i think most young kids would love it
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The Pacifier
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Common Sense says
A crass, crude, and overly-familiar comedy.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 8–10
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What Parents Need to Know
About The Pacifier
Parents need to know that this movie is at the PG-13 edge of PG. It has a lot of cartoon-ish "action violence:" no blood and no on-screen shooting but an exploding helicopter, a glimpse of a dead body, a lot of kicking and hitting. A parent is killed (off-screen). There's a lot of potty humor including many diaper jokes and a character covered with sewage. There's also some crude schoolyard language including "bite me," "boobs," "spaz," "skanky." One daughter wears a crucifix, though there is no further evidence of any religious faith. The portrayal of the bad guys has some unpleasantly racist overtones, and some of the "humorous" insults are sexist and homophobic. And there's intrusive product placement for Costco and other brands.
Read our full review by Nell Minow
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title iffy for age 7 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate language
perfect action/comedy for any kids between 8-12
- I rate this title iffy for age 7 and give it
Nothing good about it
Nothing good about it, I have noticed that all action heroes make a family movie, Gerard butler (Nim's island), the guy from scorpian king (game plan), Arnold Swartzenagger (kindergarden cop), and jackie chan's new family comedy has been anounced. The Arnold swarrtzenager ones are good but not the others.
- I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
uhhh... im not sure
There is nothing wrong with it, but it isn't the best movie.
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give it
Fun, but also showing importance of respect for parent/parent figure
My kids (ages 7-10) and I enjoyed this movie. It was a bit unrealistic & farfetched in some parts, which can sometimes give the wrong impression to kids - eg when 2 martial art "ninjas" broke into the home when all the kids were home and Vin Diesel knocked them around over & over, with the younger daughter (maybe 9?) helping by handing him a broom to fight with. I didn't like giving kids the impression that a home break-in by thugs was "funny" or "exciting" in any way and that they should come out & help! I liked the way the kids were portrayed as somewhat typical, if a bit disrespectful; it worked for this movie bc Vin Diesel came in & insisted they follow rules no matter the kids' desires, and bc the kids finally realized he was right & he was setting those rules for their best interest. At the same time that he was a tough disciplinarian making them follow rules & do chores etc (which they obviously weren't used to) , they showed him as being compassionate & caring, spending lots of time working with the kids on things the kids cared about. I wasn't crazy about a part in the first third of the film, where they show a scene with the teenage girl's boyfriend trying to climb up to her 2nd story window -- but in context it worked out okay bc it shows him being "caught" & scared off (by Vin Diesel who thinks he is an intruder). In the last few minutes of the film there is a kissing scene, which is easy to skip past. The storyline is a bit scary bc it's all about a secret agent who is killed by people who are after software he created, and those people are still after it, putting the man's wife & children at risk. Younger kids will enjoy the fun scenes, while the scarier stuff will be above their heads; older kids may understand the scary storyline but hopefully will understand the fictional nature, plus that this was about a "secret agent" which would separate this from most kids' daily lives.
- I rate this title on for age 9 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
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there is a lot of vilonce!!!!!!!!!!!!!
- I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
This movie is great! When I first saw it a few years back I thought it was the best movie ever. I am now 16, and still find it very enjoyable. Some of the things Common Sense said about it was really very absurd. This is a great movie for all ages!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
goodh
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- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Good movie
This was a good movie , it was funny and not scary or sickning in any ways. It is a very nice movie , except for the first scene which is misleading. I don't why commonsense gave it 1 star , it entertains , it's appropriate and a cute movie.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
HILARIOUS!
loved it! great movie! there is about 5 scenes where there is PG-13 level violence. but 3 of them are done for laughs. the other one 2 are more serious.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
I Think This Movie Was Great
I liked the karate, and the first scene.
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
A great movie!!!!!!!!!!!
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
A cute comedy
Maybe I am remembering it entirely different but I was really surprised by the review this was given. I thought it was a cute and fun family-type film. Yes, there is a little violence but I thought Vin Diesel did really good in this type of role. I liked it but apparently not everyone does? Sorry, that's not how I remember it!
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
not exactly a good movie
vin diesel is like a robot in this movie and it wasnt really that funny or entertaining surely there is something you would rather spend your money on
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
What The Hec?!
Why did this movie get 1 star? It totally kept me entertained and I get bored easily w/ many movies. I thought this movie was funny and I enjoyed it, so u decide. Ps: 'Smallville' ROCKS!
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
i laughed
This is such a cute movie!!! the duck was funny!!!!! we all loved it people that did not like it are CRAZY!!!!!
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Pure Comedy
Shane Wolf is a navy seal Lt. and has to take care of some kids. He has trouble at first but they learn throughout time. Shane discovers where a program made by the kid's dad. In the end everything turns out fine (like it always does).
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
Great Friday Night Laughs
Our whole family loved this movie and have watched it several times already. I have a 7 and a 9 year old.
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
something for everyone
though there is more violence than i would like for a kids' movie, this is a movie the whole family can watch. since i belive part of common sense is not plopping children down in front of the television as a substitute for supervision, the violence is something everyone can discuss. the humor is juvenile and the movie is predictable, but vin diesel is HOT and quite macho, which makes this movie watchable for adults.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Not a teens favorite movie intended more for 9 -10
A movie with a good storyline is always a good start.This is where it starts out strong. I feel that for younger audiences and adults looking for a movie to watch with there kids this movie would do well. A good mix of humor and action keeps the movie alive. Plus who doesnt like to see Vin Diesel stuck with little kids. Despite Minor violence this movie is fair for all ages as this marine bonds with the family hes been assigned to. All on but not movie of the year. Enjoy
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