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Is this movie appropriate for a 12 year old girl?


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When I was 12 I watched a part of this movie and it was really weird and I didn't like it... But then I watched the movie again when I was 14 and it has been one of my favorite movies ever since! (I am 16 now)..

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No R-rated movies are ever appropriate for 12-year-olds, boy or girl.

14 maybe, but it depends on the movie. Something like "Saving Private Ryan" or "The Passion of the Christ" would be appropriate, but not "American Beauty."

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I wouldnt want my 12 year old kid to see it, but definately my 17 year old daughter should see it to realize how pedofiles ( however harmless ) are lurking and everywhere



Darkness lies an inch ahead

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I wouldnt want my 12 year old kid to see it, but definately my 17 year old daughter should see it to realize how pedofiles ( however harmless ) are lurking and everywhere


I don't think that is a proper use of the term "pedophile." Lester's attraction to Angela is certainly contrary to the mores of American society and, depending upon the statutes of the jurisdiction, could be considered criminal if acted upon. But she is not a pre-pubescent child and, therefore, there is no pedophilia exhibited.

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Is this movie appropriate for a 12 year old girl?


Hahaha! NO!

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someone necro'd your post but ill give my 2c for anyone who reads

I wouldnt bother showing this to a 12 year old. The themes will go way over their head and they will probably think its a shit movie.

As to whether its appropriate for a 12 year old? How long is a piece of string? Depends on the string.

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I say no.

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