Clueless (TeenNick)

common sense media says

Flashy sitcom is, like, best for tweens and up.


parents & educators say

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this movie-based series, while presenting positive values, also focuses heavily on materialism and money, and little attention is paid to the consequences of frequent spending. Parents should also be aware that some of the subject matter, such as teen pregnancy and safe sex, might not be suitable for younger tweens. That said, the positive aspects of this series outweigh the iffy ones, which is why we're giving it an "on" rating.

Positive messages: Promotes positive behavior, the value of friendship, respect toward teachers and adults, and being politically correct. Teens of various ethnicities are featured. Places a lot of importance on material wealth -- but materialism is balanced by civic mindedness.
Violence: Occasional scenes of kids arguing or pushing each other. Actions are not harmful and take on a comedic note.
Sex: Boy/girl social dynamics. Teens kiss and date. Discussions of crushes and romance. Occasional references to sexual activity, including teen pregnancy.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Designer names such as Gucci, Polo, and other high-end labels are frequently referenced. The storefronts of high-end Rodeo Drive boutiques such as Saint Laurent, Caritta, and Gucci are occasionally noticeable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Some episodes discuss smoking, and drunk driving. Usage provides the characters with a lesson about the consequences of these actions.

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What to talk about

Talk to your kids
Families can talk about how important it is to develop healthy spending habits and help people in the community who are in difficult economic circumstances. Families can also discuss the topic of political correctness. What are appropriate and inappropriate things to say and do in today's society? Do people ever take the PC concept too far? Finally, parents and tweens can talk about the issues that older kids face today, such as smoking, drinking, and other iffy behavior.

What's the story?

What's the story?
Inspired by the hit Alicia Silverstone movie of the same name that was loosely based on Jane Austen's Emma, CLUELESS centers on the life of Cher Horowitz (Rachel Blanchard), a pretty, wealthy, fashion-conscious Beverly Hills teenager who often seems, well, clueless about what's happening around her. But looks can be deceiving, and Cher proves herself to be intelligent, loving, and generous to a fault, despite being surrounded by flashy materialism. A teenager growing up without a mother, Cher is committed to taking care of her father, Mel Horowitz (played first by Michael Lerner and later by Dough Sheehan), who is her only immediate family. Cher often seems to be the stronger of the two as she tries to support her father emotionally while enjoying her affluent lifestyle. Her loyal circle of friends -- including Dione "Dee" Davenport (Stacey Dash), Murray Duvall (Donald Faison of Scrubs), and Sean Holliday (Sean Holland) -- support each other through thick and thin. Outside of school, Cher and her friends spend their time going on shopping sprees on Rodeo Drive, but these privileged teenagers also have a social conscience, and they often participate in activities designed to help the less fortunate.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 

While highly sanitized and rooted in a very artificial context, Clueless does discuss serious topics such as teen pregnancy, smoking, drunk driving, and safe sex. These values are presented from Cher's politically correct point of view, demonstrating that it's cool and fashionable to do the right thing.

TV themes & details

TV Details
TV Rating: TV-G
Network: TeenNick
Cast: Donald Faison, Rachel Blanchard, Stacey Dash
Genre: Comedy
Where to watch: TeenNick

This review was written by Melissa Camacho
 
 

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Miley_Lova14
teen, 16 years old
 
Very Interesting
I think Clueless Is Very Interesting, Its About well lets not get to that right now, i like it because how they act and everything that goes in thats what u ususlly pay attention to mostly the words because if u dont u never know what goes on so if ya do pay attention to the words u will always know whats happening so i Really like Clueless and i just wanted to tell u that??

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ON: Content is appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child, some content may not be right for some kids
OFF: Not age appropriate for kids this age