This is a very good movie, but it may be innapropriate for 9 and under due to some swearing.
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Akeelah and the Bee
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Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 8. -
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Common Sense says
Inspiring drama about a champion speller.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 8 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Akeelah and the Bee
Parents need to know that the movie includes mild language (the s-word) and early on, some "attitude" from the young girl at its center. But her "ghetto" vernacular is a show to try to "fit in," a thematic concern throughout the film, for the girl and adults around her. A related theme is coping with loss; a couple of sad conversations recall the deaths of loved ones (one by gun violence, another by disease), and divorce. Characters lie to protect loved ones, and must make amends. In a couple of scenes, the mother and daughter argue. A couple of women characters wear tight tops; the girl's coach has a drink one evening alone.
Read our full review by Cynthia Fuchs
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the importance of pursuing one's interests and dreams, especially as this can inspire collaborations. How does Akeelah's success inspire others to feel part of a group, as her spelling becomes a community project? How can you be true to lost loved ones by moving forward into the future?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Very good movie
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
it was good and worth seeing
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
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perfect for all ages which are under 16
i likeed it and the massage in it is clear and with a positive meaning!! my brother liked it he is 8 years old
- I rate this title on for age 4 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
- Excessive consumerism
- Drinking, smoking, or drug use
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
I love it!!
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
The Greatest Movie Since Cinderella!
This is a great heartwarming movie for the whole family. My only concern is a little swearing, but I think that it is okay for 7 year olds.
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