MasterChef (Fox)
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Ramsay brings usual edge to amateur cooking competition.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this cooking competition series hosted by celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay -- in which novice chefs vie for a cash prize and a chance to publish a cookbook -- doesn't stray too far from Ramsay's other shows when it comes to hot tempers and strong language. He and the other judges swear frequently (“s--t” and "f--k” are bleeped) and deliver and harsh criticism when critiquing the contestants’ food. There's also some strong sexual innuendo (suggestive flirting, references to food being “sexy”).
Positive role models:
The judges want the contestants to learn, but their approach is often extremely harsh when offering comments and/or suggestions.
Violence:
Ramsey often yells, screams, and insults the cooks during competitions and judging sessions. One contestant humorously says “slap your mama” when the food is good. Angry contestants are shown slamming fists into prep tables.
Sex:
Some strong sexual innuendo, including flirting between a contestant and the judges and strong references to food being and/or tasting “sexy." Words like “balls” are often used.
Language:
Words like “hell” are audible. The words “s--t” and "f--k" are used frequently (Ramsay is a notorious curser) but are fully bleeped.
Consumerism:
Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
Wine is often consumed during meals and tastings. Alcohol (wine, beer, hard liquor) is frequently used in recipes.
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TheSuperman765
teen, 16 years old
teen, 16 years old
i rate this title IFFY for ages 12+
What to watch out for
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Messages:
The competition seeks to celebrate and help talented and passionate amateur cooks ... but it does so amid lots of yelling and frequently harsh criticism.
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Role models:
The judges want the contestants to learn, but their approach is often extremely harsh when offering comments and/or suggestions.
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Violence:
Ramsey often yells, screams, and insults the cooks during competitions and judging sessions. One contestant humorously says “slap your mama” when the food is good. Angry contestants are shown slamming fists into prep tables.
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Sex:
Some strong sexual innuendo, including flirting between a contestant and the judges and strong references to food being and/or tasting “sexy." Words like “balls” are often used.
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Language:
Words like “hell” are audible. The words “s--t” and "f--k" are used frequently (Ramsay is a notorious curser) but are fully bleeped.
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Consumerism:
Not an issue.
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Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
Wine is often consumed during meals and tastings. Alcohol (wine, beer, hard liquor) is frequently used in recipes.
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solar_system_118
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adult
Okay for my family, but not for all families.
Please be aware that Gordon Ramsey does not swear in this as much as he does in his previous works. Over all, I found the show okay for family viewing (with mild sexual references and bleeped out language), but you may want to review it yourself.
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Apple Rocks
teen, 14 years old
teen, 14 years old
Great Show
Awesome show. As long as your kids don't take everything from TV (like swearing because its on TV) they should be fine.
Its like a Culinary American Idol.
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