Can a 12 year old watch it?

Whether a 12-year-old can watch the movie "It" depends heavily on the child's maturity, but generally, the R-rated It (2017/2019 films) is considered too intense due to extreme violence, gore, disturbing imagery (like Pennywise), language, and mature themes, making it unsuitable for most under 13 or 14*, while the earlier It (1990 miniseries) might be okay for some pre-teens (around 11+) but still has scares. Parents should check Common Sense Media or IMDb parental guides for specific details before deciding.
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Is the original it ok for kids?

Frightening & Intense Scenes

The series is extremely Frightening and Intense. The whole mini-series feels a lot emptier than the new one. Scenes with Pennywise the Clown, which are integral to the story, will most likely scare young children.
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Why is it rated PG-13?

PG-13 Rating

A PG-13 film is one which leaps beyond the boundaries of the PG rating in theme, violence, nudity, sensuality, language, or other contents, but does not quite fit within the restricted R category. Any drug use content will initially require at least a PG-13 rating.
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Can a 12 year old watch just go with it?

Parent and Kid Reviews

While it contains some inappropriate jokes and adult themes like sexual innuendos and language, many feel it's still suitable for mature teens and a fun choice for movie nights, especially with friends rather than family.
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Can my 12 year old watch work it?

This movie might appeal to 8-12 year olds; however, there are some WILDLY INAPPROPRIATE scenes that just should not be in there. The worst was when a guy on a rival dance team gets an erection and the team is disqualified. The camera cuts to a close up of the guy's pants and lingers for an awkward amount of time.
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Is Pennywise ok for 12 year olds?

Parents say this film, while beloved by many for its portrayal of Pennywise and its mix of humor and horror, is generally better suited for teens and older due to its strong language, gory violence, and some unsettling themes.
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Which is scarier, it 1990 or it 2017?

Most fans find the 2017 version scarier due to its darker tone, modern horror techniques (jump scares, gore, CGI), and Bill Skarsgård's more monstrous, eldritch Pennywise, while the 1990 miniseries with Tim Curry is praised for its classic creepy, yet human-like, performance and nostalgia, but is often seen as tamer because of its TV limits. The 2017 adaptation leans into intense, visceral scares, whereas the original relies more on psychological creepiness and iconic moments.
 
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Can a 12 year old watch 18+?

18 - Suitable for adults only. Tweens and teens will not be allowed entry at cinemas and it is not recommended to show a 18 film to children.
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Which is the No. 1 18+ movie?

18+ movies to watch
  • Shame. 20111h 41mNC-1772Metascore. ...
  • Poison Ivy. 19921h 33mR51Metascore. ...
  • Exotica. 19941h 43mR72Metascore. ...
  • In the Land of Blood and Honey. 20112h 7mR56Metascore. ...
  • Perfect Sense. 20111h 32mR55Metascore. ...
  • Eyes Wide Shut. 19992h 39mR69Metascore. ...
  • Irreversible. 20021h 37mNot Rated51Metascore. ...
  • Dorian Gray. 20091h 52mR.
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How scary is the old it movie?

Yes, the original 1990 It miniseries is considered scary, particularly for its era, thanks to Tim Curry's iconic performance as Pennywise, creepy atmospheric tension, and effective jump scares, even though its older special effects differ from the modern versions. Many fans find its psychological horror and suggestion of unseen terrors, like the famous sewer scene, genuinely frightening, with some arguing it's scarier in different ways than the newer films.
 
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How many f words are in PG-13?

There's no fixed number of "f-words" for a PG-13 movie, but guidelines generally allow for one, maybe a few if in a legitimate context (like frustration, not sex) and the ratings board approves. Multiple uses, or any use with a sexual connotation, typically push a film to an R rating, though some movies like The Martian or The Batman used it more than once and stayed PG-13 by the board's discretion, showing it's flexible but context is key.
 
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What is the scariest scene in "IT"?

#1: Georgie's Death

This was scary in 1986. And it was scary in 1990. And it's extra-scary in 2017. This is a masterful sequence, and it starts the movie in gruesome fashion, which is just how we like “It.” The sight of Pennywise in the darkened sewer is unsettling, but paralysing fear sets in once he attacks Georgie.
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Where was "It" (1990) filmed?

Produced by Green/Epstein Productions, It was filmed over a period of three months in Vancouver, British Columbia, in mid-1990 with a budget of $12 million, double the usual television budget. The miniseries was first broadcast during the November sweeps month.
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How scary is the movie It?

The movie It (2017) is generally considered scary, especially for those with coulrophobia (fear of clowns) or who dislike jump scares, gore, and intense, dark atmosphere, but opinions vary, with some finding it more of a character-driven adventure or heartwarming story with scary moments, while others find its scares effective and the monster genuinely terrifying, blending psychological horror with visceral scares. It's a solid entry-level horror for some, but very intense for others, featuring pop-out scares, unsettling imagery in sewers, and serious themes like bullying.
 
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What does God say about watching horror movies?

While there is no chapter and verse in Scripture saying horror movies are sinful for Christians to watch; it would be incredibly unwise and even dangerous for believers to partake in films that make light of the demonic and make it look entertaining.
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What movie has 18 kids?

Yours, Mine & Ours is a 2005 American family comedy film directed by Raja Gosnell and starring Dennis Quaid, Rene Russo, Rip Torn, and Linda Hunt. It is a remake of the 1968 film of the same name. The film follows a blended family with 18 children, who try to stop the marriage between the two parents.
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What is the biggest R-rated film?

The "most" R-rated movie depends on the metric, but currently, Deadpool & Wolverine is the highest-grossing R-rated film ever at the worldwide box office, followed by Joker and Oppenheimer. If you mean "best" or "top-rated," films like The Godfather, The Exorcist, Goodfellas, and One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest consistently rank high on critic and audience lists, though The Exorcist was once the top R-rated earner adjusted for inflation. 
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Is 18A higher than R?

18A – 18 Accompaniment – Persons under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Additionally, admittance restricted to people 14 years of age or older in the Maritimes and Manitoba. R – Restricted – Admittance restricted to people 18 years of age or older.
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What is 12+ rating?

What does the 12A/12 age rating mean? Cinema content classified 12A and video content classified 12 contain material that is not generally suitable for children aged under 12. No one younger than 12 may be permitted to attend a 12A cinema screening unless they are accompanied by an adult.
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Can a 12 year old watch a baby?

The babysitting recommended age varies by state (e.g., Florida, Texas, California). Most states do not have laws specifying a minimum age for babysitters, but some states have guidelines for how old a child should be before being left home alone. Many experts believe the best babysitting age is at least 12 or 13.
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What films are rated U?

"U" rated movies, or Universal, are considered suitable for all ages and audiences, including young children, meaning they contain no material likely to offend or harm, with only very mild violence, threat, or sexual references, often with a positive tone and focus on clear right/wrong, common in classic family films like Disney's The Jungle Book or The Wizard of Oz.
 
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What is the stupidest horror movie ever made?

There's no single "stupidest" horror movie, as it's subjective, but popular contenders for sheer ineptitude, illogical plots, or bad acting include Troll 2, known for its vegetarian goblins and terrible dialogue; Manos: The Hands of Fate, infamous for its extremely low quality; and modern films like The Bye Bye Man or Rob Zombie's Three from Hell for being pointless or poorly executed, with critics often citing One Missed Call (2008) or The Disappointments Room for overall awfulness. 
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Why is Gen Z obsessed with the 90's?

Gen Z's obsession with the 90s stems from a search for simplicity, authenticity, and comfort amidst today's hyper-connected, stressful world, romanticizing a pre-social-media era of analog charm, slower living, and unique fashion, driven by media portrayals and a desire for connection to a less complicated past. They find solace in the "vibe" of a time before constant notifications, economic uncertainty, and digital pressures, embracing its distinct fashion (flannels, baggy jeans) and tech (disposable cameras, Tamagotchis) as forms of rebellion and self-expression. 
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Is art or Pennywise scarier?

It's subjective, but many find Art the Clown scarier due to his sadistic, realistic brutality and lack of remorse, operating as a silent, psychopathic slasher, while Pennywise is an ancient, cosmic entity who uses psychological manipulation and shapeshifting, making him terrifying on a grander, more conceptual scale but sometimes less immediately chilling than Art's visceral gore. Art's horror is grounded in human-like sadism, whereas Pennywise's is cosmic and fear-based. 
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