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90210
Common Sense Media says
Famous ZIP code gets an edgy, entitled remake.
Parents say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this spin-off of '90s teen sensation Beverly Hills, 90210 is edgier than the original series -- but just as soapy and unrealistic. Along with over-the-top opulent lifestyles, rampant materialism, and constant relationship issues, it prominently features behavior like underage drinking, promiscuity, and substance abuse. There's also lots of strong sexual innuendo and iffy language ("bitch," "ass"). Themes like pornography, pregnancy, and other mature issues are also part of the plotlines.
What's the story?
Almost 20 years after Brenda and Brandon Walsh first arrived in Southern California in Beverly Hills, 90210, a new generation of Midwest transplants is following in their footsteps. The Wilson family -- teens Annie (Shenae Grimes) and Dixon Wilson (Tristan Wilds) and parents Harry (Rob Estes) and Debbie (Lori Loughlin) -- arrive from Kansas to move in with Harry's aging mother, boozy former actress Tabitha (Jessica Walter). Living in the trendy new ZIP code is both exciting and challenging for Annie and Dixon as they build friendships and gain enemies among their good-looking, privileged classmates at West Beverly High -- including spoiled Naomi Clark (AnnaLynne McCord), popular lacrosse player Ethan Ward (Dustin Milligan), aspiring journalist Navid Shirazi (Michael Steger), free-spirit Silver (Jessica Stroup), and the troubled Adrianna Tate-Duncan (Jessica Lowndes).
Is it any good?
While edgier than the original series, 90210 still features the signature soapy drama that made the original show famous. Adding to the drama is the temporary reintroduction of former characters like Silver's older sister Kelly Taylor (Jennie Garth) and visiting drama teacher Brenda Walsh (Shannen Doherty). And like the original, characters cope with the ups and downs of friendships, romance, and other, more sensitive issues, including addiction, divorce, and adoption.
While they receive some limited guidance from adults, these young folks seem to operate within their own private universe. The show’s over-the-top plotlines and idealistic images of posh teen lifestyles will also be attractive to teen viewers. The show’s references to original series in early episodes make watching the show a fun, nostalgic experience for older viewers, too. But, as in shows like Gossip Girl, a lot of 90210's material is edgy and unrealistic. Sure, it's a guilty pleasure, but it's not a guilt-free one.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the messages that this show sends to teens. Are these characters -- both teens and adults -- realistic? Do they face relatable issues and deal with them in believable ways? What would the real-life consequences of their behavior be?
Parents, watch with your kids and make this show a teachable moment about issues like materialism and underage drinking and sex.
Families can also discuss how this show compares to other teen soaps, as well as to the original series.
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90210 doesn't influence our behavior or actions unless we want it to
I started watching this show when I was 11 years old and I love it! Parents need to understand that kids can't be protected from everything. They forget what it was like to be our age. I know better than to do any of the bad stuff that they do in 90210. Parents think that kids are immature and that we will think of these people as role models but that's not true. My parents don't control what I watch on TV because they trust me to have common sense. I've grown up watching these kinds of shows and I'm not on drugs or getting pregnant. I happen to be a smart, kind, and responsible 13 year old girl that just likes the drama of 90210.
PARENTS: If you're smart, you will raise your children like my mom and dad raised me.
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Sucks
Hate it. I didn't think that a show could become more Hollywood, glamorous, immoral or stupid. The acting is good, but the show itself is SO unrealistic. Even more traditional soap operas are more realistic with their storylines.
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I disagree with this review this show has lots of postive messages like the epsode when silver discovers she has bipolardisorder this show is nt all unrealustic there are lots of consequences
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Okay for 14+, younger than that? Questionable
I think this a decent show for High school age kids(14+) as a lot of the themes on the show are what high school students are currently going through. It's on the CW so the Sex, Drinking and Language is mildly tame. It's like a pg13 movie.
The show can be a bit over the top a bit with it's storylines(bipolar and the famous singer) but it's entertaining enough
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I might not even be old enough to be watching this!
I love this show, my mom's not crazy about it. But i think it's very entertaining but kind of inapropiate. From drugs to sex this is a more mature teen show. Nothing to be able to handle, but if your parents let you watch it or not. There is langauge, some violense, and bad role models. The very first episode i felt so bad for ethan, and now after tha part one i feel bad for Annie, even though i hate that actress. Good show, young kids, NO!
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My Daughter Loves It!
My sixteen year old daughter absolutely loves this show! The two times I've watched it with her the episodes were okay. Both the episodes were about the girl who does drug and is pregnant. I find the show just like Secret Life!
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"This is a really good show for boys and girls, boy tweens & or girl tween's"
90210 is a great show about the lives of the teenager's of 90210! It isn't inappropriate and ok for tweens 11 and up. It's funny,sometimes sad, and has some drama.
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Perfect for older teens, not for younger kids.
I like 90210, I also loved the original Beverly Hills 90210, which is tamer than the remake.
There is some inappropriate language- b----,a--,d---,crap, sucks.
In the first season, one character is pregnant and a drug user.
There is also some sexual elements. Some Characters have sex, also, some intense kissing.
I like 90210 but it does have some moments that aren't the best. Also, prepare for lots of drama.
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| TV rating: | TV-14 |
| Network: | CW |
| Cast: | Jessica Stroup, Shenae Grimes, Tristan Wilds |
| Genre: | Drama |
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