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Suits
Common Sense Media says
Unbleeped swearing muddies a good message.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this adult-oriented courtroom drama delivers a generally positive message about using strategy and smarts to help deserving clients. But it does so under a cloud of unbleeped swearing (including terms like "s--t" and "d--khead," although the main characters don't tend to talk that way). There's also some sexual innuendo, social drinking, and a secondary plot involving a drug dealer.
What's the story?
When brilliant college dropout Mike Ross (Patrick J. Adams) stumbles into an interview for an associate’s job at a top New York law firm, arrogant closer Harvey Specter (Gabriel Macht) hires him on the spot -– in spite of the fact that he’s got no legal background. But while Mike learns to walk and talk among the SUITS -- including Harvey's bitter rival (Rick Hoffman) and their razor-sharp boss (Gina Torres) -- he must keep his secret under wraps.
Is it any good?
USA welcomes two more characters to its primetime roster with this likable legal drama that toes the line between earnestness and edge. In many ways, it's a familiar formula, pairing two polar-opposite characters and pointing them toward a common goal (which seemed to work pretty well for White Collar).
But it also introduces a bright, new talent in relative newcomer Patrick J. Adams, a Canadian actor who brings just the right mix of boyish charm and believability.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the trend of unbleeped language on cable television. Why does a word like "s--t" get a pass when it used to be censored? What are the upsides and downsides of relaxed standards?
What are the real-life consequences to the bad behavior you see on the show, including lying about your credentials or cheating on standardized tests? Are iffy choices easier to forgive if a character has good intentions?
Why would a highly intelligent person like Mike make irresponsible choices? What can parents and friends do to make sure the people they love stay on the right path?
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Unacceptable language
This is a highly entertaining show that offers much clever dialogue and a unique premise. However, the frequent use of unacceptable language makes it off limits at our house. I gave it three viewings, but the increased use of "G--d-----" was diappointing. My 14 year old and I love the show, and she is not happy about my decision. However, I would not allow a person in my house to use those words, so how can I allow the television to do so? If USA backs off on the language, Suits will be on in our house. Otherwise, it's a no go.
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Great show, a little bad language
I think that this show is great to show that not all big ceo's and rich people are all evil people the show shows that any one can get a head if the try hard and are determined to get a head you will succeed. there is some bad language but i think if you are 14+ you have heard it before and they are not using it alot just enough for the show to show character there is alot of good life lessons
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Three shows in and I already love it
They may cus a little more than needed but I do love this show. The humor can be very dry (especially from Harvey) which is always fun, and Mike is funny in the sense of his innocence of trying to fit in.
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USA... where is your morality/standards?
The language on this show is terrible. This show might be great. However , I will never know as the language in this show, gd/sh*t, is not acceptable in my house. I turned if off within the first 5 minutes and will not be turning it back on. The use of "gd" is one thing I will not tolerate and quite frankly there is no reason for it.
Would you tolerate a server in a restaurant asking you how the "gd" meal is or is the sh*t any good. Come on people, demand better from the networks!
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Kid, 9 years old
September 13, 2011
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bad, not worth the language and sex.
Quite bad, and has sex and language.
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Suits on USA
Overall very good show with pretty good positive story reinforcement. Some occasional social drinking and only a small bit of kissing, no sex scenes. Language is a bit unfiltered.
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It's really not THAT bad....
Er.... are you serious about the age rating? I mean, sure they swear, but judging by the reviews there are problems with them saying G--d-----? That is by far one of the least offensive swear word I've seen. Though, it may be more offensive to those that actively practice a religion.
Most people by the time they are fourteen should have heard language like this and worse, especially considering the way high school students speak. It should be nothing that they are unfamiliar with.
The sex isn't too bad, and should again be nothing that a high school student hasn't seen in the movies they regularly watch. So I say.... Okay for 14.
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| TV rating: | TV-14 |
| Network: | USA |
| Cast: | Gabriel Macht, Gina Torres, Patrick J. Adams |
| Genre: | Drama |
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