Pan's Labyrinth is a dark, morbid fairytale that will both stun and amaze you at the same time. It revolves around an eleven year old girl that discovers she is the daughter of a god, and must complete three gruesome tasks before the moon is full in order to reunite with him in the kingdom of heaven. With imperfect acting by Ivana Baquero and many others, this is definitely one of my all time favorites. But, based on the graphic nature of this film I must not recommend it for anyone under the age of thirteen or fourteen. While it is intriguing, it is also extraordinarily violent, making it not acceptable for persons under the age of thirteen or fourteen. A message to parents: This movie can get very graphic at times, ranging from moderately bloody to obscenely gory, the worst being a young man getting his face smashed in to a bloody pulp by a vodka bottle. This is only for mature audiences, making this off-limits for the little ones unless you think they are ready to view such violent content. A message to kids: Viewing this movie does not make you cool, contrary to what many of your peers will tell you with Restricted movies. This will only give you nightmares for nights on end; I know this because at the age of thirteen I had to shut it off three times in order to finish it, and I had to pay the price by having most unpleasant dreams of the Pale Man coming to get me. If your parents do permit you to see this, beware that you will not rest easy after watching it. Suggested MPAA Rating: Rated R for Strong, Graphic Violence, Language, and some Grotesque Images.

A pure master piece but not for younger kid (I went see it when it come out with my dad,my mom and my younger brother)I heard that was a fairy tales so I went with my family(a mistake) my brother had nightmare for 3 days the violence in the war was disturbing It was kind of annoying to read the subtile some monsters are kind of scary,don't let a kid watch this movie it's very violent,but remenber this movie is a masterpiece

This brilliant, artistic film, beautifully illustrates true perseverance, courage in the face of almost-certain death, and the innocence of childhood. Watching this film the first time, you are amazed at how overwhelmingly gorgeous this is. It has perfect cinematography, a haunting, heart-stirring soundtrack, and a wonderfully creative story line. Please keep in mind that "Pan's Labyrinth" did not earn a Restricted rating for nothing. Graphic violence, blood, and the carnage of war is sprinkled throughout. Yet this film also one three Academy Awards, which also tells you, the viewer, something. There is really no age limit for the film, as it does not depend on the age of the viewer so much as it depends on the maturity of the viewer. Being a teenager, I know for a fact that most other viewers at my age would not see it for two primary reasons: the fact that it is fully subtitled (yes, you have to read the movie), but after awhile you, as the viewer, begin to read the subtitles naturally and without annoyance; and the fact that to truly understand the beauty of the film, after it is over, you have to think for a minute or two in order to fully understand the true scope. That being said, one of my friends [who is mature enough to enjoy the film and not be bored because there is no nudity involved (which, other then the two reasons listed above is another large factor for teenage viewing)] greatly enjoys the film and has drawn upon it for its artistic style and theme. I note that some other reviewers are concerned about the language. The so-called 'horrible' language in the film just concerns a couple of 'F' bombs in the subtitles, so you are in fact reading it and not hearing the word. All in all, this was a brilliant film that I would recommend to mature men and women who can appreciate the film for what it is and not demote it for what it is not. Go out and rent or buy the film immediately. You will deeply regret it if you do not see it. I only ask one thing: if you enjoyed the film after viewing it, please tell your friends and relatives about it. The only way an excellent movie can be cherished and recognized is if everyone in the world has a chance to see it.

This is a complex film for complex viewers. Considering it's in subtitles, younger kids would not be able to watch it, it requires a good reader to keep up with the lines so that's why I suggest age 12. You will need to gauge your child's maturity level before watching this: there is a scene where a man bashes another man's face in with the bottom of a bottle, a scene where a man is stabbed and his lip cut open so much that he has to sew it together later. There are graphic scenes, and it is set in a war setting so that in itself is very mature. There is a fairy tale element as the story is told mostly from the child's perspective and one woman who is a guerrilla and sort of a maid for the child. It is a movie worth watching, and just make sure your kids are mature enough to watch it.

Pan's Labyrinth is a brilliant adventure from start to finish. A great blend of horrific violence and fantasy charms. Guillermo del Toro takes other fairy tales such as Alice in Wonderland or The Chronicles of Narnia and makes them his own. The film is brilliant and creative in every way. Note to parents: The movie contains bloody, horrific violence all the way through, though the worst is off-screen. Some uses of f--k are present and some other curses too. Older teens only.

A great fairytale for adults.