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My Life as a Teenage Robot
- Nickelodeon
- Genre: Kids' Animation
Common Sense Media says
Cartoon looks cool, but it can be a bit of a drag.
Parents say
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Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that violence plays a big part in this cartoon about a female teen robot. Sensitive viewers may feel overwhelmed by the pressure that Jenny feels to fit in -- as well as to conquer -- throughout the show.
What's the story?
Heralded as a success when it hit the airwaves in 2003, MY LIFE AS A TEENAGE ROBOT presents itself as a fun escape for young sci-fi fans. But the fantasy dissolves into violence very quickly; moreover, Jenny's enemies enjoy ridiculing her. In one episode, a girl in her class calls her an "absolute freak," while the entire group laughs at her expense. To Jenny, defeating enemy space bikers from outer space is a breeze when compared to the threat of never fitting in with her peers.
Is it any good?
The show's language can be a bit iffy, as when Jenny threatens a bully with "Come face an army of me, you jerk." Jenny's mother/creator is not a nurturing sort either and will say things like, "As a parent it is my right to destroy your happiness."
Parents should watch out for Jenny's poor decisions in the face of humiliation and should be aware of the presence of heavy peer pressure. Though it looks cool and has an upbeat energy, the show can be a bit of a drag. Some kids may enjoy it for the mindless entertainment it intends to be, but know that there are much better uses of a free half-hour.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the difference between science fiction pressures to save the world and those that preteens feel every day. What happens if you don't fit in? Is it the end of the world?
Do you think Jenny is a positive role model? Why or why not?
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Cartoon sounds violent, but it can be quite safe
I do not see why so many people think this show is that violent. First, battles do not even happen in every episode. "No Place Like Homeschool" is a good example of that. Second, the battles, when they do happen, are unusually primitive. No one gets hurt for more than like two seconds. The episode where Vexus steals Jenny's blueprints ended with a showdown where not a single punch was thrown. A few episodes I guess really do have fantasy violence, but even the ones that do most kids can handle. I think this show should still have a TV-Y rating with a few episodes rated TV-Y7.
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A HUGE DISSAPOINTMENT
this show is vilont and was and is a dispointment.
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Really funny but might send wrong message to certain children.
This was a great show and my kids watched it all the time, just too bad they ended it and it is just repeats. The children at school in this show can be hurtful and may send bad influences so keep on the lookout for that. Everything else about the show is fun and entertaining for the little ones.
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AGE
Funny show
I'm glad this show aired. Very creative. And very cool.
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It's good, may be not perfect though.
MLAATR is one of my favorite shows (unfortunately it got cancelled without a series finale). It combines comedy, action, sci-fi, and school-life materials which makes it appealing to me since the show covers so many genres. (Yes I know this is a short review).
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AGE
I hate the show because there are lots more shows from nick that are more worth your time like Tuff puppy, and Penguins of Madagascar just to name a few.
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Kid, 12 years old
September 9, 2009
AGE
i like it
its sometimes funny and entertaining yes it has that obviouis humor but i like that the robot is a strong female so its ok but the eps are getting old
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Best show ever!!!
This show is very good for preteens or teenagers who are trying to fit in. It is about a teenage robot girl named Jenny. Jenny is always made fun of, and she struggles to fit in. Her friends Brad, Tuck, and Sheldon are good examples because they are still her friends even though she is different. Vega is a good example because she is not evil like the Cluster, so you know you don't have to be like everyone else. Everyone between the ages 9-16 should watch it!
written in 2006 by Vexus2006
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Kid, 12 years old
April 28, 2011
AGE
Pretty dull show
BORING but pretty good.
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| Topics: | robots, space and aliens |
| TV rating: | TV-Y7 |
| Network: | Nickelodeon |
| Cast: | Audrey Wasilewski, Chad Doreck, Janice Kawaye |
| Genre: | Kids' Animation |
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