This movie depicts war in the most graphic, brutal fashion possible. In other words, it depicts war as it truly is. I think Pearl Harbor did an outstanding job displaying the horror and pain Japan's attack on Hawaii caused, as well as the true cost of war itself. Definatly the bombing scenes and shooting scenes are bloody-gorey, but what do you expect from a WW II movie? Nevertheless, I wouldn't let a sensitive younger kid watch it. The sex scene in the parachute hanger seemed a little uneccessary to me, but without it the very end wouldn't have made sense, I suppose. Still, I didn't like it, and I wouldn't let a kid watch it. Danny and his army buddy get so drunk that they pass out and miss half the bombing the next morning. I think that counts as overdrinking. The role models are good because they know their duty as men in the service, and their hearts are in the right places. They know right from wrong. Overall, epic movie.
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This violent movie is worth seeing, but only once.
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for Ages 12–13
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About Pearl Harbor
Parents need to know that this movie features extended and intense battle violence with thousands of casualties, including characters we care about. Soldiers use strong language and joke about seduction techniques. A couple decides not to have sex because they don't want to have any regrets. Another couple does have sex, and the woman becomes pregnant. Cuba Gooding, Jr. plays a real-life hero of World War II, the first black man to win the Navy Cross.
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Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the events that led to World War II and about some of the real-life characters who are depicted. Make sure that they know that in 1941 the armed services were segregated. Dorie Miller, like most other black soldiers, was not trained to fight and was assigned to cooking and menial jobs. Characters in the movie face choices that are well worth family discussion. Why didn't the US realize how vulnerable it was to attack? How do you decide which wounded to help? What should Evelyn have done when Rafe returned? Why did the pilots volunteer for the raid on Japan?
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- 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
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
The Best WW II Movie I've Seen
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
This was rated pg-13 for a reason. It is too violet and loud for many of the younger audiences, My other son, who is 8, saw the T.V. version (TV-14)(it was my mistake to think is was edited) had nightmares for weeks about planes bombing the house in our sleep. 13+ ONLY or for very mature 12 year olds.
- I rate this title off for age 2 and give it
Pearl Harbor
This movie is another great romance story that plays with your emotions it jumps from happy to sad again and again but its a great movie and thats what wants you to keep watching it! Also if you like to learn about history this is a great movie for you!
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
really moving
This movie is really good. The first half was a little slow but after that the pace really picked up. 11+. I don't get why everyone is saying it's so violent. It wasn't that violent.Warning: If you are planning to watch this movie, make sure you have some tissues with you.
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very good movie but sooo sad 13+
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Some great moments, but very cleched
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wow
this movie was so sad. when the guy saved the other guy twice, buy jumping in the way, and then standing up to take the bullets... it was so sad and rly good!
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- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it
Decent War Epic Romance
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