If you're not afraid of alien guts then you definately want to see this movie! There is some strong language, but nothing to bad. There is a little confusion of sexual talk between Jay and Laurel. I really liked this movie and I hope you will too!
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Men in Black
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Not age appropriate for kids under 12, age appropriate for kids over 13; suggested age 13. -
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Common Sense says
Lots of fun, but too scary for some kids.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 13 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Men in Black
Parents need to know that teens will enjoy the high gross-out factor immensely, but if your child is easily frightened (or scared of bugs), this is definitely not appropriate material. The story doesn't really hold together, but the inventive effects and sly sense of humor carry the day.
Read our full review by Randy White
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the movie's over-the-top weapons and violence. Does any of it seem real? Why or why not? Families can also discuss aliens. Do you think that there are other intelligent creatures out there out there?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
Good movie but could scare younger kids
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
overall good movie
it was a bit slow but a good plot some alien guts, guns, and alteration of peoples minds
- I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
An exciting action movie that's great for older kids...
There was one awkward moment, but other than that it's a pretty good movie.
- I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
lol
good
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give it
2 is better
not the best 2 is better
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
really funny. But they say even sh!t.And a little cartoon violence
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- Inappropriate language
ZOMG really funny!
I laughed alot while watching this. The only violence was this one part where he blew up this alien. My mom didnt like the converstion between Agent J & that lady at the mourge.
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
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well done scifi comedy. simply put.... NOT SCARY!!!
- I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
great movie
Great movie i loved it!!! The only thing i did not like about it is that the first word in this movie is a cuss word. But this movie is still really good
- I rate this title iffy for age 14 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
Great movie, but...
This movie was really funny. I loved it! The only concerns are the language and one brief moment of innuendo. The language consists of one f-word, many s-words, and a smattering of most others.
- I rate this title iffy for age 17 and give it
Pretty good...
Okay, the reason I said for seventeen and older is because of the language. There is LOTS of language. Probably at least forty swear words. Other than that, there are a few innuendos, and a few alien gore scenes. But nothing explicit. I highly recommend an edited version, such as ClearPlay DVD Player (clearplay.com).
- I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
A Fun, Funny, and Engaging Alien Adventure/Comedy!
MEN IN BLACK is a classic. From the theme song, to the aliens, to the "cricket" gun, people across the whole world recognize the famous special agents Kay and Jay. Language is the biggest issue in the film. On the side is some comic violence (off-screen deaths of humans and aliens bursting into putty), a bit of scariness (aliens in human skin), and some vulgar sexual humor (some misunderstandings and questions; example: "do you know what I like to do sometimes late at night?" (That question isn't answered).) It's fun and laugh-out-loud funny, and the acting is spot-on. A must-see, and it'll be okay for most teens, but I wouldn't take sensitive kids. Highly recommended.
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
Very Good Movie
Though not all good for Christians. I am a Christian. They Blastphome in it, (if I spelled it right) And there is alittle bit of Sex talk in it. A male misunderstands a Female Charicter about looking down. Though kids 10 and under will probably not get/understand that part.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Great Film but the language is bad
Hey, this is a great film and would be a family one too if not for the language. I think it should be 10+ people who watch this. There is a constant barrage of language by Will Smith. But, the great theme and comedy aspect just pushes that small problem out of the way. (Anyone under 10 would be scared of it anyway =D)
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
A SCARY MOVIE
MEN IN BLACK IS A LITTLE BIT SCARY..... EXPECILLY WITH THE COCROACH! NUMBER 2 I BET IS SCARIER!
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
Weak Story line but Good Effects make movie probably OK for ages 12 and up.
Men in Black earns its PG-13 rating. It is very frightening (if your child scares easily, tell them no or be up at night for a week), and when it isn't frightening it's violent. When it's not violent the characters are cursing. This makes the movie innapropriate for anyone under 12, and if your 12 year old scares easily you might want to raise that age to 13. The movie follows a creative idea, but the story line is relatively weak. It is almost made up by good special effects and admirable acting by Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith, but the blemish still shows. Amazon.com called this an essential viedo, and I agree that you should definently see it once. Whether it's worth more than that, that's up to you.
- I rate this title iffy for age 13 and give it
Funny,Gory,Cool
Good,Good
- I rate this title off for age 2 and give it
bad movie
this movie is not for kids
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
This movie is really funny! I love it!
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