When in Rome is a classic, comeidic, romance. It uses some iffy language, but a majority of 12 year olds have most likely already heard it used. The kids veiwing this movie just needs to learn not to use it innapropriatly. You do notice product placement but, again they aren't saying, only blackberry's get service in rome. The messages and role models are good. Beth works to succide and Nick also has a steady job. When in Rome is a great movie and kids 12 and up should veiw it.
When in Rome
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Common Sense says
Teen-appeal actors disappoint in stereotypical romcom.
Themes in this movie include: dating/crushes, gender issues, honesty
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 14 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of When in Rome was written by Sandie Angulo Chen
Parents need to know that this romantic comedy depicts enchanted suitors who -- under a magical spell -- basically stalk a woman in a bid for her love. Although there's no explicit sexuality, there are several passionate kisses, and in one scene newlyweds appear topless except for an apron, which hides sensitive spots. There are a few comedic pratfalls, but no serious violence, and a few product placements that are obvious but not over-the-top. As is the case with many romantic comedies, the protagonist is a stereotype of a workaholic woman in search of love.
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What’s the Story?
Beth (Kristen Bell)
is an ambitious modern-art curator at New York's Guggenheim Museum who
puts work above all else. On a trip to Rome for her sister's
wedding, she hits it off with dashing best man Nick (Josh Duhamel)
... until she sees him kissing another woman. Drunk and angry, Beth steps
into a "fountain of love" and starts grabbing coins, which sparks a spell
causing all of the men who threw the coins to instantly fall
in love with her. Somehow, the men -- a street magician (Jon Heder), a sausage tycoon (Danny DeVito), a self-absorbed model (Dax Shepard), and an aspiring artist (Will Arnett) --
follow Beth around back in New York, while an equally smitten Nick
tries to convince her to go out with him. Beth reluctantly starts
believing in the spell and fears that Nick, the only suitor whose
feelings she returns, isn't truly in love with her. Is his affection
based on the fountain's powers, or just the magic of true love?
Is It Any Good?
Director Mark Steven Johnson deserves an award for wasting the talents of so many comic actors. The supporting actors are all much, much funnier in their other films, and the screenplay is so formulaic that even a fifth grader could guess what's bound to happen. Yes, Bell is adorable and Duhamel is hunky, but their looks alone can't save this utterly predictable and gag-inducing sappy story.
WHEN IN ROME is further proof that it's nearly impossible to find an original, memorable romantic comedy. The entire genre has been diluted into a series of stereotypes (including the over-dependence on cities like Rome and New York) and plot bunnies unworthy of undergraduate screenwriting courses. It's not that romantic comedies aren't worth watching as a whole (although the truly remarkable ones are getting rarer and rarer), but this one sure isn't.
Movie Details
Studio: Touchstone Pictures, Director: Mark Steven Johnson
Run time: 91 minutes
Theatrical release: 1/29/2010
MPAA Rating: PG-13 for some suggestive content
Run time: 91 minutes
Theatrical release: 1/29/2010
MPAA Rating: PG-13 for some suggestive content
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I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
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- Inappropriate language
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- Good role models
Good for Middle School and Up....
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Kids ages: 17
I rate this title on for age 13 and give itThis movie has some cheesiness (but that doesn't mean it deserves one star). It was a good movie. I felt the plot line was original and the actors were very well chosen. The thing I liked most is that unlike most romantic comedies now a days, this movie did not create laughs through the chaos of the lustful relationship... finally a smart romance! I will definitely watch this one again.
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I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
I really enjoyed this movie! It was a great romantic comedy. It is appropriate for anyone over age 13.
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I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
I really enjoyed this movie! It was a great romantic comedy. It is appropriate for anyone over age 13.
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I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
I really enjoyed this movie! It was a great romantic comedy. It is appropriate for anyone over age 13.
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| 63% | of parents say there are good role models |
| 63% | of parents say it gives kids positive messages |
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