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Ratatouille: What's Cooking?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 0; suggested age 4.

  • Is it any good?

    5.0

  • Common Sense says

    A yummy recipe for family fun.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 4 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Not an issue.

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.

  • Sex:

    Not an issue.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    Movie tie-in is obvious, but they get extra points for giving musicians credit.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.

What Parents Need to Know

This review of Ratatouille: What's Cooking? was written by Kathi Kamen Goldmark

Parents need to know that this delightful collection of food-themed songs is all family-friendly without being condescending. The liner notes also include some tasty-sounding, easy-to-prepare recipes.

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What’s the Story?

Little kids will love the upbeat rhythms and clearly understandable lyrics; parents and older siblings will appreciate the excellent musicianship and eclectic song choices on RATATOUILLE: WHAT'S COOKING? -- one of two CDs released in conjunction with the Pixar/Disney animated film. The most delightful tunes are the gems of "Saturday Night Fish Fry," and "Banana Split for My Baby." They're just plain great songs. But the producers have added some of their own sparkling, fun originals -- and they hold up surprisingly well next to the classics.
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Is It Any Good?

It's got to be harder than it looks to produce kids' music that doesn't sound wimpy or condescending, because otherwise more people would be able to do it well. Producers Fred Mollin and Matt Rollings seem to have the knack -- the instrumental tracks are expertly played and beautifully mixed. Many of the musicians stand out, not the least of whom are Aubrey Haynie on violin and mandolin and the voice of Lari White. All measure up to a recipe for wholesome, nutritious family fun.
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Music Details

Released on: 06/26/2007
Parental advisory: No, Edited version available: No

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  1. Parent Reviewer
    kasidak
    Lives in North Carolina
    I rate this title on for age 0 and give it 5.0

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  2. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    sega3dmm
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title pause for age 0 and give it 1.0

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    This is just about FOOD! We want an OFFICIAL movie soundtrack with the score.

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