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Dancelife

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Starring Jennifer Lopez, Where to watch: MTV, Online)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 12, age appropriate for kids over 0; suggested age 13.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Aspiring dancers (and J-Lo) heat up reality TV.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 13 and Up

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Shows people working very hard for their goals. Competition is a big part of the show; some dancers handle that aspect professionally, while others seem very immature and catty.

  • Violence:

    Some verbal attacks and angry encounters.

  • Sex:

    Discussion of dating issues, including some references to sex. Some dance moves are very sexually suggestive. Dancers often wear very little.

  • Language:

    Lots of cursing. Some words are bleeped, but others, like "bitch," "p---y," and "ass" aren't.

  • Consumerism:

    Lots of clothing labels and L.A. storefronts visible: Calvin Klein underwear band peeking out of a guy's pants, Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, Radio Shack, Abercrombie and Fitch, high-end cars.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Some social drinking possible.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Dancelife

Parents need to know that this glossy MTV reality show focuses on six young dancers looking for work in Los Angeles. The performers often wear revealing clothing and perform moves that are beautiful, athletic, and -- in many cases -- sexually suggestive. In typical reality-show fashion, the show's attention to the dancers' personal lives often hones in on conflict and makes the most of emotional scenes. Dancers are sometimes portrayed as jealous, pretentious, catty, and rude. Expletives are used regularly, and only some are bleeped.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about aspiring artists'/performers' struggles. Did you realize how much hard work goes into trying to make it big? Are teens interested in pursuing this kind of career? How likely is it that someone can make a career as a dancer, actor, or singer? Do you think jealousy and competition are a natural part of this type of work, or do you think it could be different? How do you think Jennifer Lopez's involvement affects this show? What does the show have in common with other reality series? How is it different?
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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    xoxmandylovesyou ...
    Lives in New Jersey
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 5.0

    this show is fun to watch.

    i love watching this show...its good..thats all i can say.

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  2. Adult Reviewer
    Anonymous
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 5.0

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 17
    KaM
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 3.0

    I like it

    I like this sow its good to watch.

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  4. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    manosa22
    Lives in Oregon
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    This show ROCKS!!!!!!

    This show is the BOMB!!!! I think everyone my age would like to watch this show, it has GREAT music on it, SWEET dance moves, and is very inspiering to keep working for what ever dream you might have. I LOVE this show!!!!!!! ~mason~

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