| Overall: | C+ |
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| Violence: | A |
| Sexual Content: | B |
| Language: | D |
| Drugs/Alcohol: | D+ |
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| Video Release: | 28 Jul 2008 |
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Why Is Shine A Light Rated PG-13?
This bulk of this movie is a concert presented by the Rolling Stones in 2006. Directed by Martin Scorsese, there are brief documentary clips and historic footage interspersed amongst the songs. While we are not detailing all of the lyrics, the major concerns for parents will be the impromptu inclusion of at least five sexual expletives and a few other profanities, as well as Keith Richards’ near constant smoking of cigarettes on stage. Some songs sing of the joys of drugs, alcohol and sexual relationships. Some female singers wear low-cut costumes and Mick Jagger dances erotically during a couple of musical numbers and appears to enjoy bearing his hairy sixty-something navel… ahem!
Of Special Note:
During its preliminary release, this movie is only playing in large-screen theaters (such as IMAX). Some people may experience motion sickness from the hand-held cameras and oversized screen. Strobe light effects are also included.
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About the Reviewer: Rod Gustafson
Rod Gustafson has worked in various media industries since 1977. He founded Parent Previews in 1993, and today continues to write and broadcast the reviews in newspapers, on radio and (of course) on the Internet. He currently serves as the President of the Alberta Association for Media Awareness, a provincial non-profit society. He also authors a regular column for The Parent's Television Council in Los Angeles. He and his wife Donna have four children.
