Movies and Kids

Movies usually have negative influence on kids. They are a great entertainment tool, nonetheless. Parents really need to be careful about what their kids watch. Movies can (and in fact do) shape the minds of kids so much more than we think.

Those lucky parents who can do away with TV all together, and replace it with quality time, sports, community service, having fun together are indeed blessed. At a minimum, we must exercise control.

There are a number of web sites that allow parents to review movies with kids in mind. That is, they rate the movie for kids, not just for adults. Of course as Muslims we are even more careful, since what the general society sees appropriate for teenagers for example, we will still have some issues with. Nonetheless, this is a good start.

Kids in Mind Movie Rating is an OK site. It is not the most impressive.

Common Sense Media is a little better, since it differentiates by age.

Please share other sites, or actual movies that are good. Please indicate age as well.