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Real Chance of Love

(Rated TV-14, Reality TV, Starring Ahmed Givens, Kamal Givens, Where to watch: VH1, Online)

  • 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?

    1.0

  • Common Sense says

    Reality dating show is bawdy and sexist. No kids.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–18

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Although the brothers (who have a close relationship) talk about women "being real," the show celebrates over-the-top behavior that reinforces stereotypes of women as sexual objects who are desperate for male attention. At the beginning of the series, the brothers parcel out the women between them; at times it seems like they're competing for one particular woman. The women consistently make fools of themselves in hopes of impressing their hosts and are consistently mean to each other in the process. Real, Chance, and the majority of the contestants are African American; a few are Latina and Caucasian. A few of the women are in their mid to late thirties; age becomes a source of ridicule for some contestants.

  • Violence:

    The women argue, push, shove, and threaten each other for the chance to get close to Real and Chance. In one episode, a glass is broken over someone's head. The brothers also get involved in occasional altercations; one incident leads to an arrest. A rejected contestant claims that she'll stalk the two men.

  • Sex:

    Lots of strong sexual innuendo, and women are shown kissing, groping, and performing lap dances and simulated sex acts. The contestants dress in lacy underwear and skimpy outfits. Real and Chance complain that some of the women are too sexually aggressive, but they still enjoy the attention. Brief nudity is blocked out.

  • Language:

    Audible language includes words like "hell," "bitch," "pissed," and "ass." Stronger curse words like "s--t" and "f--k" are bleeped.

  • Consumerism:

    References are made to other celebs, like Flavor Flav.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Features lots of drinking; champagne, hard liquor, and beer are all visible.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Real Chance of Love

Parents need to know that this I Love New York spin-off revolves around two brothers trying to find love among a group of women who compete aggressively for their affection. The contestants dress in skimpy outfits, engage in bawdy behavior, argue endlessly with each other, and make complete fools of themselves to try to win these men over. There's plenty of salty language (the strongest words are bleeped), drinking, and sexual shenanigans. The brothers, who are horse breeders as well as musicians, compare the women to "wild cattle" and make other sexist remarks.

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  • Families can talk about why people go on reality dating shows. Are they genuinely trying to win the hearts of people they've just met, or is this just a chance to get some media exposure? Do you think the people on these shows would behave differently if they weren't on TV? Families can also discuss the series' "formula." Why has this type of reality show become popular? Are these shows just sources of guilty pleasure, or do they offer something else to those who watch them?
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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    KayKayD
    I rate this title on for age 12 and give it 5.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language
    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use
    • Negative message
    • Negative role models

    So Bad Yet So Hysterical

    There's nothing good about this show, and yet I adore it. I watch it for a good, long laugh, to pass the time on a slow afternoon.

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    wpeaches27
    Lives in Alabama
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    i like the show

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  3. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    alpha1014
    Lives in Minnesota
    I rate this title iffy for age 12 and give it 5.0

    Good Show

    One of my favorite shows of all time. Iffy, though, you need to know that this is all played out and not a reality show.

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  4. Parent Reviewer
    wilsonlaura57@ya ...
    Lives in Pennsylvania
    I rate this title on for age 17 and give it 5.0

    I Just Died When When New York or Should I Say The Devils Child Kicked Chance Off The Show

    Well I Haven't Watch Much Of The Show BECAUSE I JUST FOUND OUT TODAY THAT THE BROTHERS HAD A ASHOW AND REAL YOU WERE ALWAYS COOL SWEET AND SENIATIVE BUT I'M MORE OF A TAKE A CHANCE PERSON. WELL I WILL BE WATCHING YOU GUYS SHOW TONIGHT AT 9:30 UNTIL THEN I HOPE AND WISH YOU BOTH THE BEST AND A REAL CHANCE AT LOVE! AND IF YOU DON'T FIND HER NEXT SHOW SEND OUT SOME F;YIERS TO LITTLRE OLD ERIE P. MUCH LOVE YOUR BIGGEST FAN LAURA A.K.A MS.LOVELY!

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  5. Adult Reviewer
    Mennace2U
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 1.0

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