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re: Parenting question: approximately what age would should kids first watch these movies?
Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:39 pm to StringedInstruments
Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:39 pm to StringedInstruments
I remember watching Porkys and Blazing Saddles at like 7 years old 
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Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:39 pm to Displaced
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Because parents want to bond with their children over movies that brought them joy as kids
Ok, but can't they do with with movies that are not inherently violent?
Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:40 pm to StringedInstruments
My son is 11 and girls are 8 almost 9. We've watched Jurrasic Park. The newer Ghostbusters with Paul Rudd.
My son is now at a fun age. Tommy Boy, Spaceballs, Waynes World, Gladiator, and all the Monte Python stuff. I still hold back on things like 300 b/c or the first Terminator b/c of sex scenes.
One of my daughter loves Lord Of The Rings, but it's so long we break it up into 45 minute segments. THey also really liked Independence Day.
My son is now at a fun age. Tommy Boy, Spaceballs, Waynes World, Gladiator, and all the Monte Python stuff. I still hold back on things like 300 b/c or the first Terminator b/c of sex scenes.
One of my daughter loves Lord Of The Rings, but it's so long we break it up into 45 minute segments. THey also really liked Independence Day.
This post was edited on 1/25/24 at 12:44 pm
Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:40 pm to Lonnie Utah
That's kinda the point of the thread, no? Age of appropriateness.
Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:42 pm to StringedInstruments
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Parenting question: approximately what age would should kids first watch these movies?
if you restrict their movies, they will just go to their rooms and watch porn for hours, so which is more harmful?
Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:42 pm to Displaced
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That's kinda the point of the thread, no? Age of appropriateness.
Well, it's the point of the thread, but your reply doesn't answer the question.
Are violent movies the only ones that parents can watch to bond with their kids?
Look, everyone can make whatever decisions they want with their kids. I'm just asking hypothetical...
Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:43 pm to Lonnie Utah
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Ok, but can't they do with with movies that are not inherently violent?
Certainly. And we've watched plenty of movies and shows that are very innocent and safe in regards to violence, sex, conflict, horror, etc.
But there's cultural richness in many of these films that I want to experience with my kids. Also, many other kids are watching these movies (or other current ones) that my kids aren't, and I don't want my kids to become a social pariah.
Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:44 pm to Displaced
Thanks, didn't remember the death scenes. I recall seeing it in theaters; thought it was a cool movie, but not great enough to rewatch.
Was just thinking about the night terrors aspect of which will freak a kid out more, a movie about ghosts or one about dinosaurs. And obviously, a lot of this would be kid to kid.
Was just thinking about the night terrors aspect of which will freak a kid out more, a movie about ghosts or one about dinosaurs. And obviously, a lot of this would be kid to kid.
Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:46 pm to Lonnie Utah
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Lots of people wanting to steal the innocence of kids here.
Why the rush expose them to this stuff??
what age is appropriate? and why your age the right age?
Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:46 pm to Lonnie Utah
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Well, it's the point of the thread, but your reply doesn't answer the question.
Are violent movies the only ones that parents can watch to bond with their kids?
Sure it does...
Would I bond over T2 (one of my favorite movies) with my 6 year old son? No
Will I watch it with him when he is 10? Yes
We watched the little giants last night during dinner and I loved watching him laugh at the kid who can only catch toilet paper.
Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:50 pm to Salmon
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what age is appropriate? and why your age the right age?
I only know that for my own kid. But that's not the point I'm trying to make here.
The point is kids only get to grow up once. Why the rush to expose them to media content with adult themes? Why can't folks let them enjoy the innocence of childhood a little longer?
You guys are answering in the practical. I'm answering in the philosophical.
This post was edited on 1/25/24 at 12:52 pm
Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:51 pm to StringedInstruments
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Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:52 pm to Lonnie Utah
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The point is kids only get to grow up once. Why the rush to expose them to media content with adult themes? Why can't folks let them enjoy the innocence of childhood a litte longer?
Saying this without giving your own opinion on appropriate age makes me laugh.
Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:53 pm to Lonnie Utah
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Why the rush to expose them to media content with adult themes? Why can't folks let them enjoy the innocence of childhood a little longer?
ok...what is rushing? and what is a little longer?
Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:54 pm to Displaced
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Saying this without giving your own opinion on appropriate age makes me laugh.
Because I'm smart enough to know that every kid is different and they mature emotionally at different rates.
Posted on 1/25/24 at 12:55 pm to Lonnie Utah
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Because I'm smart enough to know that every kid is different and they mature emotionally at different rates.
then how would know if someone is rushing their kids into this stuff?
Posted on 1/25/24 at 1:01 pm to Lonnie Utah
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Because I'm smart enough to know that every kid is different and they mature emotionally at different rates.
Well, since you're being philosophical, let's unpack.
There are really only three options for your disagreement.
1) you show them any adult content as early as birth. This would contradict your argument
2) you don't show them any adult content until they are 18 to preserve their innocence. This would be viewed as extreme helicopter parenting for the mostly harmless movies listed
3) you generally agree that it depends on the content of the movie and you simply disagree by a year or two on a couple of those others have said itt. In which case you're splitting hairs and being argumentative for the sake of it
Posted on 1/25/24 at 1:03 pm to danilo
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Don’t a helicopter parent
Yeah! OP is a pussy unlike this guy here!
When my child was born I rigged 'em up to a device like in a Clockwork Orange that keeps their eyelids open and made them watch Cannibal Holocaust when they were 2 days old. Got to go ahead and toughen em up quick lest they turn into a nancy boy.
Posted on 1/25/24 at 1:03 pm to Salmon
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then how would know if someone is rushing their kids into this stuff?
I wouldn't. But even if they were emotional ready, what is the harm in wanting?
Posted on 1/25/24 at 1:03 pm to WG_Dawg
So is that why you guys bark at opposing fans?
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