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Alter Eco

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Starring Adrian Grenier, Angela Lindvall, Boise Thomas, Where to watch: Planet Green, DVD)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 9, age appropriate for kids over 11; suggested age 11.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Series argues that it is easy being green.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 11 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Promotes living a "green" lifestyle by suggesting ways to change current habits and making different choices. Some discussion of how being green can translate into big money for contractors. Not much cast diversity.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.

  • Sex:

    Some references to being a "ladies man" and "having girls."

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    Promotes lots of eco-friendly companies, including Silver Lake Farms and Ecovations. Products like eco-friendly sunglasses are discussed; viewers are frequently referred to the show's Web site for information on how to purchase these featured products.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Visible wine and cocktail drinking.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Alter Eco

Parents need to know that overall, this series -- which suggests creative ways that people can live a green lifestyle and be more environmentally friendly -- has a positive message. That said, cast members (including Entourage heartthrob Adrian Grenier) and guests often do seem to be "preaching" about the green life, and the series promotes lots of specific eco-friendly products and services, even directing viewers to the show's Web site for information on how to purchase featured items. While the show's content is pretty mild, there are some subtle sexual references, and team drinks wine and cocktails during meals.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the growing trend to "go green" and live a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Do you think TV shows like this will encourage more people to make earth-friendly changes in their lives? How can the media promote issues like environmentalism without being too preachy? Families can also discuss what changes they could make at home to become more environmentally friendly. Are there any projects your family can work on to make your lives greener?
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