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Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 10, age appropriate for kids over 13; suggested age 12.
  • Is it any good?

    3.0
  • Common Sense says

    An action-packed but too-long flick for kids 12+.

updated 11.04.08

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 12–13

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Will is noble and heroic, but Jack clearly lacks morals and ethics. He drinks, lies, womanizes, and seems willing to sacrifice his "friends" so he can go free.
  • Violence :

    Characters are chased, stabbed, flogged, shot at, trampled, roasted, and rolled down hills. Scenes include swordfights, cannons, angry cannibals, and menacing sea monsters.
  • Sex :

    Innuendoes and double meanings are rampant, notably involving a compass, swords, and fighting. Flirting between Jack and the voodoo priestess; some kissing and romantic scenes between Will and Elizabeth, and Elizabeth and Jack.
  • Language:

    Mild, including one "oh bugger".
  • Consumerism:

    None.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Characters drink throughout the movie, and Jack refers to alcohol in a positive way ("If this were a dream, there'd be rum.")
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest

Parents need to know that this movie contains a LOT of peril and action-violence. Characters are shot at, chased, dragged, trampled, rolled down hills, and nearly roasted over an open fire. In one disturbing scene, Will is tied to a mast and flogged by Bootstrap Bill. Also, the grotesque pirates and CGI sea creatures are menacing and downright scary. And there's lots and lots of rum (yes, we're talking about pirates, but the audience won't be able to buy the stuff for a decade...) But depending on the maturity of your kids, this movie is okay for kids 12 and up.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about how far people should go in the name of friendship. Is Jack justified in dragging Will and Elizabeth into his adventure? What could he have done differently to protect his friends?
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  1. Teen Reviewer
    Age 15
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it 2.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive violence
    • Negative message
    • Negative role models

    A confusing, violent sequel

    A lame sequel that is filled with too much plot confusion, sea monster violence (including a graphic torture scene) and unfunny humor. It's also way too long. If your 13, you might enjoy this. Kids under 12 should not see this. They will be scared by the creature gore and possibly by the Kraken. It's iffy for 12 and unappropriate for 11 and under. 14 and up will be OK.

  2. Kid Reviewer
    Age 10
    Lives in Maine
    I rate this title iffy for age 9 and give it 5.0

    it was awsome

    i loved this one as much as i loved the first i laughed my head off the whole way threw my favorite part was when the canables were chasing jack sparrow down the beach.

  3. Parent Reviewer
    Lives in Ohio
    Kids ages: 0, 0, 3, 6
    I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give it 4.0

  4. Parent Reviewer
    Lives in Ohio
    Kids ages: 0, 0, 3, 6
    I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give it 4.0

  5. Teen Reviewer
    Age 15
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 3.0

    .........

    This was an okay movie, but not near as good as the first. A little too fanciful, and kind of all over the place. A few innuendos, a few swear words, and some violence. Nothing overt. Okay movie that whould keep you interested.

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