Tyler Perry's Daddy's Little Girls (PG-13, 2007)
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No Madea in mature Tyler Perry melodrama.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that the movie includes scenes that show and imply child abuse. One character reportedly hits her youngest daughter (bruises are visible on the girl's back), a drug dealer sends a 12-year-old to school with a joint to sell, and an irresponsible mother yells at her three daughters, offers her 12-year-old a drink, and insists they all watch a brutal beating in order to make them "tough." The mother smokes cigarettes and wears revealing clothing. The kind grandmother dies of lung cancer. There's yelling and some pushing and hitting between a father and a bad boyfriend; the showdown begins with violent car crash and ends with ferocious beatings in the street. Reference to a rape. A drunken sexual initiation leads to off-screen vomiting instead of sex. Brief kissing leads to off-screen sex. Language is mild, but the derisive terms "Steppin' Fetchit" and "slave" are used.
Positive role models:
A drug dealer and his girlfriend seek and briefly take custody of her
daughters -- despite their obvious inability to care for them -- and
eventually abuse them (bruises on one girl's back are shown); a
vengeful father crashes his car into his ex-wife's -- technicalities (and
lack of witnesses) allow him to escape justice until the
film's end; complaints about the ineffectiveness of politicians and
police in underclass neighborhood; haughty upper-class women disparage
a mechanic's status and "intentions" regarding their friend.
daughters -- despite their obvious inability to care for them -- and
eventually abuse them (bruises on one girl's back are shown); a
vengeful father crashes his car into his ex-wife's -- technicalities (and
lack of witnesses) allow him to escape justice until the
film's end; complaints about the ineffectiveness of politicians and
police in underclass neighborhood; haughty upper-class women disparage
a mechanic's status and "intentions" regarding their friend.
Violence:
Child abuse is suggested (visible bruises, etc.); fights involve shoving, punching, and kicking; Jenny clobbers a dealer who owes Joe money, then watches and laughs as Joe's crew kicks the guy (when her children cry, she laughs at them, too); Willie appears with a cut face and a bandage on the arm, attributing it to a knife attack; the climax is initiated by a violent car crash, then a fight in the street (bloody, aggressive punching and kicking, followed by attacks with a pan and a pole). Reference to a rape.
Sex:
Flirting between romantic leads; sexual activity implied by kissing; sexual activity initiated by drinking; some tight and/or cleavage-revealing outfits; some slangy allusions (wannabe rapper admires a woman's "sexy-ass lips" and wants her legs around his waist and face); some derogatory sexualized language ("tramp," "slut," "whoring around"); Cynthia appears in bed with her boyfriend, both in their underwear and under the covers.
Language:
Mostly mild language, including "hell," "ass," and "damn," as well as derogatory remarks concerning Monty's work as a limo driver ("little massa's boy," "slave," "Steppin' Fetchit").
Consumerism:
Reference to TV show Punk'd; shot of a Pepperidge Farm treats bag.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
Jenny smokes cigarettes (even after her mother, also a smoker, dies of lung cancer); repeated references to Joe's drug dealing; reference to "crackhead" and brief, opening-credits-sequence shot of man who appears to be a junkie; Sierra brings a joint to school, having been instructed to sell it (Joe and her mother believe she needs a "hustle"); characters drink wine, beer, and liquor; after a night in a bar downing shots, Julia drunkenly pursues sex with Monty, who goes along until she bolts off screen to vomit in the bathroom (repeatedly).
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moviechick
teen, 17 years old
teen, 17 years old
I cried int the beginning but a smile appears on your face when it's over
The movie was all of that. It started with a very loving and caring grandmother who took her 3 grandaughters in after their father was put in jail, for falsely rapping a minor under 16 yrs. of age, and a drug dealing mother. The kids loves their father and wants to be with him evven if the judge puts them in custody of their mother. Their mother is in a realationship with a horrible man who deals drugs and wants the oldest to deal drugs at her school. The angry boyfriend gets upset and hits the youngest child (China) because of the tears she kept crying because she wanted to be with her father. At the end everything works well he gets his garage, her girl, and his children!!!!!!!!
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coco sierra
kid, 11 years old
kid, 11 years old
the perfect family move
i love that movie
and is a great movie to
watch with the family
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lilcarpetgirl
teen, 16 years old
teen, 16 years old
A heartwarming film
Honestly, I think this is a family film. It really makes some lives seem not so bad. I recommend this movie to all families because it will make you remember how much family means to you.
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Tinyface
adult
adult
I cried through the whole movie. Brough back sad memories.
This reminded me of when I was young, abused and more. It hit close to home, too close. I am so glad the Monty got his children. All father's are not bad. It seems like they get the short end of the stick sometimes. But Mr. Perry, you made it real. Your movies are so real and to the point. You are funny at times, but you are real when you need to be. That is what I like about you. You tell it like it is, in your shows, movies. ect. God Bless you and keep you safe so you can continue on.
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luvlilbabi1992
teen, 18 years old
teen, 18 years old
it great..
i say that when the movie started, i thought it would an other boring stuff talk about violence and gang. but it more then that,and in the end,i really enjoyed and it was funny.and it send an message to parent now day that who happen to raise their kid in so call"the hood"..and let them get into stuff that bad and don't show them that hitting your kid or wife is okay..
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kimmie.williams
adult
adult
A Must See!!!!
This movie gives viewers a brief glimpse into a life many of us could not imagine, or don't want to remember, but it's very realistic. Great acting, great plot, kept me and my family entertained throughout!!
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ironkid21
kid, 13 years old
kid, 13 years old
It was okay. Not as good as Tyler Perry's other movies. 12+
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John_Cena_Fan
parent
parent
A really great movie for older kids to watch.
I loved this movie. Yes, it may have some abuse involved, and drugs and alcohol. But it has one more thing in it, people seem to forget about. It has love in it. The daddy in the movie has the up most love for his kids, and later in the movie he falls in love with his lawyer. This movie overall was one of the best movies I have ever seen.
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Prototype79043
teen, 16 years old
teen, 16 years old
PERFECT FOR ALL AGES
This movie may be mature, but kids need an example of why they need to be careful about marriage and their adult life
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cstewart
parent of 18 year old
parent of 18 year old
perfect for all years of age.
Daddy’s Little Girls is one of a kind for sure. I think the whole plot is amazing. The detractor really new what he was doing and what he wanted. The picture and lighting was great. I also liked the actors. The actors were just right for the part or roles. They where so believably and had so much emotion in the movie it was amazing. I think that is why I liked the movie so much is because the actors took it serious and that’s really what you want in a actor. I would defiantly recommend it to everyone. I mean you could watch in with a friend, family, or even by yourself. I really enjoys it and cant wait to watch it again.
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pink panther
adult
adult
AWESOME
AWESOME!! THIS IS A MUST SEE MOVIE!! JUST BECAUSE THE MAIN CHARCTER IS AN AFRICAN AMERICAN, THAT DOESN'T MEAN THAT ALL RACE DON'T GO THROUGH THIS!!
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ErikaB4u
adult
adult
It was a Tyler Perry
Except for the "Beat Down" at the hospital, and the car crash. It wasn't to bad.
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