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City Confidential

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Starring Paul Winfield, Where to watch: A&E, DVD)

  • Is it age appropriate?

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 14.

  • Is it any good?

    2.0

  • Common Sense says

    Overdramatic docuseries looks at urban crimes.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–18

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    The series provides an analytical look at crimes (mainly homicide) and the resolution of those crimes. The criminals and their victims are of various ages, races, and socio-economic backgrounds. Different cities of varying demographic makeup are also featured.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Frequent descriptions of violent crime, including murder and sexual abuse. Bloody crime-scene footage is sometimes shown. The victim is occasionally visible in these pictures.

  • Sex:

    Frequent references to sexual behavior, including prostitution. The discussions usually aren't explicit.

  • Language:

    Mostly mild -- "damn," "hell," etc. Stronger swear words (often from recorded evidence) are bleeped out.

  • Consumerism:

    The show highlights various American cities, mentioning some of their local attractions.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    References to drug and alcohol abuse. Occasional references to drug trafficking.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About City Confidential

Parents need to know that this sometimes-overdramatic documentary series focuses on murders committed in North American cities. Due to the subject matter, there's plenty of discussion of topics like violent crime, drug trafficking, and sexual abuse, and some photos and footage show bloody crime scenes. What makes this show different from other crime documentaries is that each episode also showcases the city in which the crime is committed, offering some history and other information about the community.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the impact that crime has on local communities. How can a crime change the way people feel about an area, the people who live there, or how safe they feel living in that community? Families can also talk about what makes each American city unique. What's your favorite city? What about that city makes it stand out for you? Do you think your opinion would change if you heard about a violent crime taking place there?
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