its one of those movies thats trying to show a good point and it did good movie truth is its kind if sad it might break your heart it all depense on you 12 and over
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Seven Pounds
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Melancholy Will Smith film about extreme selflessness.
Themes in this movie include: loss
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 14–16
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What Parents Need to Know
About Seven Pounds
Parents need to know that Will Smith + holidays usually equals blockbuster. But this drama's mysterious title and trailer may turn off younger fans who'd rather see a comedy or fantasy. And viewers in the mood for a feel-good story should look elsewhere: The movie tackles heavy themes like what it means to live a meaningful life, embracing death in the face of a terminal illness, and using grief as a motivation to act selflessly. The language and consumerism are mild, the violence is limited to (admittedly disturbing) scenes of two fatal incidents, and the sexuality is one love scene featuring a bare shoulders and backs. All of that said, the central message -- giving of yourself no matter what the cost -- may be too mature for young viewers to handle.
Read our full review by Sandie Angulo Chen
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the film's emphasis on altruism. What messages does it send about generosity? Is it a positive message?
- Was Ben saintly or insane -- or is it a little of both?
- Families can also discuss how the movie develops as a suspenseful drama. How specifically was it suspenseful? Was the end predictable, or did it succeed in being a "big reveal"?
- How does Smith's character here compare with others he's played? Do you prefer him in dramas or comedies/action-adventures? Why?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
lots of good points 12 and over
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
amazing movie, sad, but amazing
i love this movie we watched it at chapel in school and we talked about how sometimes guilt takes over and so yeah. will smith did an amazing job and over all it was good. a bit violent, especially when he commits suicide (i had to cover my friend's eyes). i cried, and this actually happens to people in real life. to see it or not to see it... it all depends on maturity. yup!
I rate this title iffy for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:- Inappropriate language
- I rate this title on for age 17 and give it
I always like watching Will Smith and thought he did an excellent job portraying someone so sad... It was hard to comprehend the point of the story until near the end and then the realization of what he is doing is so gripping & compelling, I too, like another reviewer, almost could have sat through it again to see how the story was told when you really "knew" what it was about. I don't think it's a teenager movie, their thought processes are too black & white & they are too impressionable to comprehend such sadness & such "gifts". But I wouldn't demean the movie as morally flawed. People ARE morally flawed. It's not an educational movie designed to encourage breaking the law & commiting suicide. Nor is it a betrayal or phony to fall in love with the right person at the wrong time or to not be able to forgive yourself or a terrible mistake. Ultimatley, it was an entertaining, intriguing movie on a complex emotional adult level. Definitely not the Will Smith of Hancock or the Man in Black nor the Fresh Prince.
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
sad but i liked it
This movie was VERY good and Will Smith does a great job portraying a very depressed character. It is very sad but still very good.
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
Great movie for older kids...
This movie is great for older kids 13+. They would need to understand that this man cannot take back what he has done but gives totally of himself to help others feeling this is the only way to make some sort of amends for what he has done. Will is one of my favorite actors and what a message he brings to the screen.
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
not the best
The movie was kind of confusing in the begining but then you get it in the end. It's not realy the best movie to recommend to watch and kind of boaring.
- I rate this title iffy for age 14 and give it
Long Depressing Movie---Will Smith is Really Good
Long depressing movie. Some good moments. Will Smith and some of the other characters have some great moments.
- I rate this title iffy for age 16 and give it
miguel's review:)
I Loved this movie and think Will is a gifted actor. This was a different role for him, and i believe he was overlooked in the oscar race. It is a little depressing, but you have to understand it is just a movie, and its a really touching drama. I highly recommend it, if you love Will Smith's movies.
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it
Very good movie
I liked it. It took a good hour to get to a nice climax, but i really DID like it
- I rate this title on for age 15 and give it
Will Smith Excellance!
While I must admit that in my eyes Will Smith can do no wrong so I am slightly prejudiced :), I will try to give a straightforward, unbiased review. I thought while a very different and uncharacteristic role for him, Will played it with extreme skill! The movie was very confusing until about 3/4 of the way through but that was clearly stated in any pre- opening ads. Once everything came together, it was apparent that Wills portayal of Ben is of his usual acadamey-award-winning caliber. The message carried some amazing and intense messages. The way in which he died at the end was admittedly a little distubing so I would not take a young child to see it, but the message was good. I would think that the movie should be fine for any one over the age of 15 or so.
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
I thought that this movie was pretty good. It wasn't the best movie that Will Smith has made. I like the persuit of happyness and hancock much better. Overall, though, I would give this movie about three stars. It is worth watching if you are mature enough to handle it.
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
I thought that this movie was pretty good. It wasn't the best movie that Will Smith has made. I like the persuit of happyness and hancock much better. Overall, though, I would give this movie about three stars. It is worth watching if you are mature enough to handle it.
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
I thought that this movie was pretty good. It wasn't the best movie that Will Smith has made. I like the persuit of happyness and hancock much better. Overall, though, I would give this movie about three stars. It is worth watching if you are mature enough to handle it.
- I rate this title iffy for age 17 and give it
Moral Misdirection
Seven Pounds has competent-to-good acting, good production values, and an intense, sentimental, surface message. The protagonist, suicidally depressed, seeks to expiate his guilt over causing the deaths of his fiance and six others in a motor vehicle accident. He finds seven unfortunates in various fiancial, emotional, or health problems. It ends with his suicide set up so that multiple organ transplants can be done. The moral flaw is that he lies, breaks laws, and kills himself in a mistaken effort to seek self-forgiveness. He plays God, lets a woman fall in love with him, and ultimately betrays his adult responsibility to deal with life. A sometimes slow paced movie, it will give a false impression of true altruism and love.
- I rate this title on for age 15 and give it
Moving
Seven Pounds was, at first, quite confusing and when I finished watching it, it all came together. I really wanted to see it again immediately after I finished watching it to see if the pieces fit into the puzzle. I think it was good to see a movie that actually made you think for once. Most ones out there are pretty mindless. Will Smith and Rosario Dawson did a great job and I would like to see them together in other movies. I think it is a must-see for anyone...
- I rate this title off for age 17 and give it
Depressing!
I did not see it, but my daughters, ages 13 and 14 did. They are sorry they saw it because of how depressing it was. I am sorry that I did not research the movie first.
- I rate this title on for age 16 and give it
Amazing movie.
I loved this movie. It is a tear-jerker and very thought-provoking; I disagree that it encourages or promotes suicide. A bit long; too confusing for pre-teen or child audiences to reliably follow. Great for older teens or adults.
- I rate this title on for age 17 and give it
poison for Christmas
Depressing, violent, unnecessary. It presents suicide as a gift to others, an option to overcome guilt and depression. Marketed as a Christmas gift, an uplifting movie. I would beg to differ. I think it is the sort of movie you would really need to have a talk with after your kids see it.
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
Overated
Definitely Overated. Not crazy about making suicide OK.
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