| Overall: | B |
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| Violence: | B |
| Sexual Content: | A |
| Language: | A |
| Drugs/Alcohol: | A- |
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| Video Release: | 02 Apr 2007 |
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Why Is Chestnut Rated G?
In this predictable story of orphans with puppy love, the plot revolves around the silly antics of keeping a dog a secret. Some humor is derived from efforts to and discussions about potty training a dog. A child narrowly escapes being hit by a fast moving vehicle. Thieves break into various homes and steal personal belongings. They are portrayed in a comical fashion, except for a scene where they threaten a dog with a letter opener. The animal is injured and some blood is shown. Slapstick humor includes flying food, a woman hanging from a ceiling fan and some pratfalls. Alcohol is drunk at celebrations.
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Donna Gustafson has been involved with her husband Rod's work since the
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