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Juno Soundtrack

(2008, Soundtrack, by Various Artists, Label: Rhino Records)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 12, age appropriate for kids over 13; suggested age 13.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Classic and indie songs have sarcasm and charm.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 13 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Dealing with serious emotions and issues, the soundtrack's light-hearted tone and good natured lyrics keep this album from becoming too heavy for teens.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    A few references to self-inflicted violence: "If you want to cut yourself, remember that I love you and if you want to kill yourself remember that I love you/call me up before you're dead we can make some plans instead."

  • Sex:

    Not an issue.

  • Language:

    Some explicit language, but not gratuitous. "We'll pray all this s--t our president has gotten us in will go away…F--k Bush and f--k this war."

  • Consumerism:

    Obvious tie-in to the movie.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    One reference to "ruffies."
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Juno Soundtrack

Parents need to know that the quirky, sardonic tone of the movie Juno is accurately and sincerely translated onto the film's soundtrack. Less loaded than the movie's main plot of teen pregnancy, these classic and indie rock tunes tackle issues such as love, friendship, and coming of age in an original, lighthearted, and intelligent manner.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the movie's message about teen pregnancy. Does the way Juno deals with her situation seem real? Why, or why not? What does your family think about teens having sex? Families can also talk about the unique mix of artists on the soundtrack. How do the songs from 20 and 30 years ago stand up to those created today? How do they all relate to the same themes? Also, how does the combination of simplistic harmonies and complicated lyrics match the tone of the soundtrack and the movie?
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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Fridaythe13th
    I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate language

    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    GREAT MUSIC, A GREAT MESSAGE IN 'LOOSE LIPS'

    I love it! I absolutely love LOOSE LIPS!

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  2. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    zerealevilcelery
    Lives in Rhode Island
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 5.0

    This turned me on to more bands/musicians.

    I love music and discovering more musicians. Since buying the soundtrack, I've fallen totally in love with Kimya Dawson and her lyrics.

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  3. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    zerealevilcelery
    Lives in Rhode Island
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 5.0

    This turned me on to more bands/musicians.

    I love music and discovering more musicians. Since buying the soundtrack, I've fallen totally in love with Kimya Dawson and her lyrics.

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  4. Adult Reviewer
    moviemadness
    Lives in Connecticut
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 5.0

    Cool songs. Kids under 13 will be bored.

    Witty, fun, quirky songs have great, simple heart.

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