Should You Take Your Children to See Black Panther
Earlier today I went to an early screening of Black Panther. Black Panther is one of the most anticipated movies of the year. I know people who have been planning their Black Panther outfits for months and bought their opening night tickets weeks ago. Black Panther means a lot, to a lot of people and I’m here for it. This movie is black excellence at it’s finest.
I went into the movie being completely objective as a parent. With Black Panther’s PG-13 rating, was it something that I wanted to take my children to see? I know a lot of PG-13 movies today are more like Rated R. I was looking for different things wondering if the content would be okay for my 7, 10, and 12 year old to view.
Here’s the synopsis:
Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther” follows T’Challa who, after the death of his father, the King of Wakanda, returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation to succeed to the throne and take his rightful place as king. But when a powerful old enemy reappears, T’Challa’s mettle as king—and Black Panther—is tested when he is drawn into a formidable conflict that puts the fate of Wakanda and the entire world at risk. Faced with treachery and danger, the young king must rally his allies and release the full power of Black Panther to defeat his foes and secure the safety of his people and their way of life.
So here are the answers to the questions most parents want to know!
Is there cursing?
I heard maybe 4-5 curse words in the whole movie, and none of them were F Bombs.
Is there any sexual content?
There are no sexual scenes in Black Panther. There were two kisses throughout the entire movie. One closer to the beginning and one at the end. No romantic relationships were played up or really focused on. There were no overt roles of feminism or chauvinism. Men and women were equally strong and had great character roles.
Is there too much violence?
There are lots of fight scenes in Black Panther. Keep in mind it’s a Marvel Movie based on the comic book Black Panther. So you’ll see lots of action and fighting. Nothing is overly filled with blood and gore. More like punching and kicking, and there are some pretty cool weapons.
Check out the trailer below:
Are you taking your children to see Black Panther?
7 comments
Keziah
February 14, 2018 at 12:30 amThank you for this review. We’re taking the family on Monday!
Briana
February 14, 2018 at 9:42 amThanks Babe… love the review
LaToya
February 14, 2018 at 1:25 pmThank you! Just what I was hoping you would say!
Elle (cleverlychanging)
February 14, 2018 at 2:25 pmThanks so much for the review from the perspective of a mom. I usually try to see movies before I take my kids, but I didn’t get so fortunate for this one. My kids are really into comics and both were quick about asking if my husband and I bought them movie tickets. I’m glad the movie is ok for kids because I wanted to take my girls. I can’t wait to see the movie for myself.
Tanna
February 16, 2018 at 6:37 amDefinitely the whole family will be supporting this film with our attendance!
Krystal
February 16, 2018 at 9:18 amThank you for your review. I was also wondering whether or not it was appropriate for my son.
Joyce Brewer
February 23, 2018 at 1:51 pmI took our son to see the film this week. He’s seen plenty of action films and is a devoted Marvel fan.
He came away with the inspiring stories and was intrigued by the technology in Wakanda. He immediately started imaging what life would be like of we moved there!