The Film: Star Wars: Revenge Of The Sith (2005)
The pitch to kids: It’s Star Wars. What didn’t get pitched?
The complaints: “Revenge of the Sith featured toys for young children as well as a Burger King toy giveaway and several other food promotions that clearly appealed to preschool children, despite George Lucas’ public statements that the film’s violence and dark themes were inappropriate for children under six,” announced the Children’s Advertising Review Unit.
What we really think they’re worried about: Kids wanting to take after Anakin Skywalker.
You know- emotional constipation, wooden acting, turning to the dark side. And making lava look like a playground.
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apbgreen
Jun 3rd 2009, 10:54
I know this is more of a joke article but surely The Dark Knight should've made this list? Terrific film but surely the most unsuitable film aimed at children ever made? Can't see how you can square a film including death by pencil in the eye and Aaron Eckharts horrific Two Face make-up with the comic and novelty bags being pedaled for six year-olds in newsagents. That's almost like making a film about torture, poverty, deprivation and child mutilation and calling it 'The Feelgood Film Of The Year'. Hang on...
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EthanRunt
Jun 3rd 2009, 14:56
I know what you mean apbgreen, Revolutionary Road did some weird advertisements. But yes, TDK is definitely one on that list.
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littlebloke
Jun 10th 2009, 2:21
film companies obviously know that their films (regardless of rating) are going to be seen by the underage. WHY else would they they aim their sequels at a younger age group (terminator etc..)
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WileyWasabi
Jun 27th 2009, 23:03
A movie that was really supposed to be for kids but creeps me out- The Santa Clause 2, with Tim Allen. Fascist dictator Santa impersonator and his goose-stepping toy soldier minions take over the North Pole and turns it into a forced-labor camp...what's wrong with that?
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