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Space Cowboys

  • Is it age appropriate?

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

    3.0
  • Common Sense says

    Weak and saggy script meets predictable plot.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 12–13

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Tolerence of older people
  • Violence:

    Some characters injured, sad death Tense and scary scenes, characters in peril,
  • Sex:

    Lothario character played for laughs, sexual references, brief nudity
  • Language:

    Some strong and salty language
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Drinking and smoking
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Space Cowboys

Parents need to know that this movie has some strong language and some sexual references. Sutherland's character is portrayed as a perpetual womanizer and this is supposed to be charming and virile, even when he makes a very vulgar comment on Jay Leno's show. Characters drink and smoke, punch each other, and engage in other kinds of risky behavior. There's a sad death.

Read our full review by Nell Minow

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about our society's prejudices against older people. It is important for kids to know that many old people are capable, curious, and vigorous, with experiences that are worth learning about and that it is always important to treat them with respect. Ask kids what they think they will feel like when they get to be as old as Corvin and his team. Get them to ask older relatives about some of their experiences. Families will also want to talk about the decision of one crew member to make a great sacrifice to save many others.

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