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Dogg After Dark

(Rated TV-14, Variety show, Starring Snoop Dogg, Where to watch: MTV, Online)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 13, age appropriate for kids over 17; suggested age 14.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Somewhat racy variety show mixes Hollywood with Holly "hood."

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–17

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Brief discussions of African-American history. Some skits use racial stereotyping to highlight social issues.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.

  • Sex:

    Some skits show women wearing skimpy bathing suits. References are made to dancing on a stripper pole and "booty shaking."

  • Language:

    Lots of strong language. Words like "ass" and "damn" are frequently audible; stronger curse words ("s--t," "f--k") are bleeped.

  • Consumerism:

    The show is filmed inside L.A.'s Kress Club. Most of the guests, including Paris Hilton and Spencer and Heidi from The Hills, are promoting their latest music, movies, and TV shows. Occasionally veteran actors like Fred Williamson make quick guest appearances. Some comedy skits make references to popular brands like Tang and Kool-Aid.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Lots of alcohol (beer, wine, mixed drinks) is served and consumed. Cigar smoking is also visible.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Dogg After Dark

Parents need to know that this late-night variety show from rapper Snoop Dogg includes lots of strong language (words like "ass" and "damn" are audible, while stronger choices are bleeped), as well as drinking and smoking. Some of the sketches reinforce race-related stereotypes, and it's clear that the various celebrities who stop by are interested in promoting their latest album, TV show, and/or movie. Older Snoop fans might enjoy it, but it's an iffy choice for younger teens.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about using stereotypes as a way of pointing out social problems. Is relying on racial and social generalizations a good way to highlight some of these issues? Why or why not? Families can also discuss the history of nightclub-set TV shows. When did this genre of television begin? Why don't we see a lot of them today?
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