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  • DVD: Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen

    I rate this titleiffyand give it1.0
    My concerns are:
    • Excessive violence
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Inappropriate language
    • Excessive consumerism

      Inappropriate, but BAD

      Very BAD. The pacing was inconsistent and disastrous, the acting was mid-range, the plot wasn't cohesive, and there were surprising sight gags in there. Avoid as much as you can.

    • DVD: Drag Me to Hell

      I rate this titleiffyand give it4.0
      My concerns are:
      • Excessive violence
      • Inappropriate language

      • My highlights are:
      • Good role models

      This was a surprisingly good movie. It was also low on gore, which makes this appropriate for most older kids.

    • DVD: X-Men Origins: Wolverine

      I rate this titleiffyand give it2.0
      My concerns are:
      • Excessive violence

        Violent, but Overstylized

        This was all action and no substance. Though not as bad as Knowing, this film has deeper flaws than that film. As for age, this was surprisingly violent in the beginning but tuned itself down ...

      • DVD: State of Play

        I rate this titleiffyand give it4.0
        My concerns are:
        • Excessive violence
        • Inappropriate sexual content
        • Inappropriate language
        • Drinking, smoking, or drug use

          This was a fast paced political thriller.

        • Movie: (500) Days of Summer

          I rate this titleiffyand give it4.0
          My concerns are:
          • Inappropriate sexual content
          • Inappropriate language
          • Drinking, smoking, or drug use

          • My highlights are:
          • Good role models

          Fantastic Film!

          This is one of the best written movies of the year. All middle schoolers should watch it. There is some sex, a few instances of bad language, but overall, it is a typical PG-13. 10+(red), ...

        • DVD: Knowing

          I rate this titleiffyand give it2.0
          My concerns are:
          • Excessive violence

            Violent, But Not Worth Your Time

            My parents liked it. I didn't. There's not much to say except that this is okay for most middle-schoolers. The special effects, except for the plane and subway crashes, aren't ...

          • Movie: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

            I rate this titleiffyand give it4.0
            My concerns are:
            • Excessive violence
            • Inappropriate sexual content
            • Negative role models

              One of the Best in the Series

              Although, of course, the book is better, the adaptation is pitch-perfect. It was worth the wait. This is the first Harry Potter to have been rated for mild sexual content. There are a few kisses, ...

            • DVD: Frozen River

              I rate this titleiffyand give it4.0
              My concerns are:
              • Inappropriate language

                Excellent Directorial Debut

                The film was smart and featured great performances. It was both gripping and frequently perceptive.

              • Music: "LoveGame" (CD single)

                I rate this titleiffyand give it3.0
                My concerns are:
                • Inappropriate sexual content

                  Not Her Best, But Still Fun

                  This song is not as good as her others. That's a good thing for younger kids, simply because it is not for them. There are sexual references in the opening line, entire second verse, and the bridge.

                • DVD: He's Just Not That Into You

                  I rate this titleiffyand give it3.0
                  My concerns are:
                  • Inappropriate sexual content
                  • Inappropriate language
                  • Excessive consumerism

                    Very Funny, Sometimes Serious, Great Cast

                    This movie was funny and entertaining. The cast was brilliant, especially the performances by Jennifer Connelly, Ginnifer Goodwin, and Drew Barrymore. There are a couple of kisses, some scenes of ...

                  • DVD: The Uninvited

                    I rate this titleiffyand give it3.0
                    My concerns are:
                    • Excessive violence
                    • Inappropriate sexual content
                    • Drinking, smoking, or drug use

                      Okay, But Still Some Fun

                      The ending really annoyed me. Overall this movie was average but waaay smarter than last year's One Missed Call (a.k.a. the worst film of 2008). There are a couple of gross images of dead bodies, ...

                    • DVD: Slumdog Millionaire

                      I rate this titleiffyand give it5.0
                      My concerns are:
                      • Excessive violence
                      • Inappropriate language

                        Wonderful Take on India; Deserves the "R" Rating

                        This movie was brilliant and creative. At first it didn't make any sense to me but I eventually caught on to the plot. Middle schoolers will enjoy this. Violence and language are the only concerns ...

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