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LA Ink

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Starring Kat Von D, Where to watch: TLC, DVD, Online)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 12, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 13.
  • Is it any good?

    3.0
  • Common Sense says

    Sexy, girl-powered Miami Ink spin-off.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 13–15

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    The show focuses on people working hard at something they're passionate about. The shop is woman owned and operated in a male-dominated profession. Mostly white staff and clientele.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    No blood, but viewers do see the tattoo needle piercing people's skin.
  • Sex:

    Some sexually provocative clothing and poses -- lots of black leather, tight denim, cleavage, etc.
  • Language:

    "F--k" and other strong swear words are frequently bleeped, while milder choices like "hell" and "damn" go uncensored.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Occasional drinking or mention of smoking.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About LA Ink

Parents need to know that this reality show is very much pro-body art, and the risks of getting a tattoo aren't addressed directly. Though viewers don't see blood, they do see the tattoo needle piercing the skin. Some of the stories behind clients' tattoos are emotionally gripping, such as those involving the loss of a friend or relative. Some of the clothes worn by the tattoo artists and their clients are fairly provocative -- expect lots of black leather and tight denim. Also expect to hear frequent bleeps as the show tries to keep up with the profanity pouring out of both artists' and clients' mouths.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about professions that tend to be dominated by one sex or the other. Why do you think most tattoo artists are men? Which professions are dominated by women? What leads to gender domination in different professions? How does that one-sidedness effect the prestige and profitability of the job? Families can also discuss tattoos. What are parents' and kids' opinions on tattoos? If they differ, why? Do people's opinions about body art tend to change as they get older? Why? Why is getting a piece of body art a big decision? What are some of the risks in tattooing?

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in California
    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 0.0

    So boring and a waste of time

    This show is incredibly boring. It is an insult to our humanity. I think Kat has a lot of talent but honestly this is ridiculous.

  2. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Oklahoma
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 3.0

    hgrty

    gyherh

  3. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title off for age 17 and give it 3.0

  4. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Georgia
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 3.0

    sexy girl powered spin off of miami ink

    i agrea with commensense all the way p.s. you should read the commensense review there head on there

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 5.0

    Von D's Go Girls

    I am so happy that Kat is able to up her own shop!!! I willnot be watching Mimia Ink that guy needs help I feel that he will be looseing all of his worker even viewers he lost me!!!! Kat u rock. I am very happy 4 u. I do not have tats but I will b in LA soon and will look u up for my First.

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