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The Pick-Up Artist
(Rated NR, Reality TV, Where to watch: VH1)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 99; suggested age 14. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Men get made over -- but is the "after" better?
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 14–18
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What Parents Need to Know
About The Pick-Up Artist
Parents need to know that this male-centric makeover series sends a message that's iffy at best. True, socially awkward teenage boys might learn how to start and carry on a conversation with a girl. But they might also come away thinking that the only reason they should is so that they can get into her pants later on. The show's emphasis on "scoring" with women (rather than just meeting them for the sake of being social) makes it a poor choice for family viewing and a clear no-go for kids. Plus, alcohol is treated as an important tool in the "art" of seduction. On the bright side (such that it is), the language is surprisingly clean.
Read our full review by Kari Croop
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about why it's so difficult for men and women (or even teen boys and girls) to really talk to each other -- especially when it comes to romance. Why do women usually expect men to make the first move when it comes to dating? How has that notion changed over the years? Is the way a guy looks as important as the way he carries himself or conducts a conversation? And what is it about Mystery that makes him so successful at charming the ladies?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title iffy for age 17 and give it
- I rate this title off for age 13 and give it
women are not animals, mr. mystery
as an avid makeover show watcher, i found the plot to be very typical sounding and seemingly harmless-- take a bunch of women-clueless, socially awkward men and turn them into chick magnets with a little help from a master. the students are taught the ancient art of picking up women with tecniques and tricks that will make him much more attractive. generally i don't find the show unbearable to watch, but i took strong offense to the way master pickup sensei "Mystery" trains the men to think about women. our fine host refers to a group of women in a club or bar etc. as a "set" (comparable to a "gaggle of geese", a "pride of lions", a "pack of wolves"). women are treated like brainless animals that are drawn to a men that ooze charisma and style like moths to light. the students are not being taught that we women are sensible, intelligent, and aren't ALL drawn to cheesy nitwits like these boys. i can tell the show has a potentially good intention, but there are more things that i have to shake my head at than good qualities.
- I rate this title off for age 17 and give it
Ridiculus
This guy does not get it himself ,This show is hurting VH1's image.
- I rate this title on for age 17 and give it
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