| Overall: | A |
|---|---|
| Violence: | A- |
| Sexual Content: | A- |
| Language: | B- |
| Drugs/Alcohol: | B+ |
| Run Time: | 112 |
| Theater Release: | |
| Video Release: | 28 Aug 2006 |
| MPAA Rating: | |
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| How We Determine Our Grades | |
Akeelah and the Bee is rated PG: for some language
Cast: Keke Palmer, Laurence Fishburne, Angela Bassett
Studio: 2006 Lions Gate films
Detailed Review
Akeelah Anderson (Keke Palmer) has an unusual gift. Despite skipping classes and neglecting homework, she has an incredible ability to spell words. Encouraged by her teacher (Dalia Phillips) and arm-twisted…
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Why Is Akeelah and the Bee Rated PG?
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