Iffy for 14+
Kennedy's lowbrow comedy best for '80s veterans.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that this Jamie Kennedy comedy has crude humor and language. The "equal opportunity" jokes make light of coma patients, the mentally ill, homosexuals, Jews, African Americans, Latinos, and Asians, but not in an over-the-top way. A few scenes show Kennedy's character (a 30-year-old who miraculously comes out of a 20-year coma) "learning" about sex on the Internet (nothing is shown) and practicing moves on a male buddy who's wearing a wig and a bra. It's not a complete raunchfest like Borat or South Park; most teens are now used to this kind of humor -- as long as they're interested in the '80s, that is.
- Families can talk about how no group is considered off-limits when it comes to Kennedy's mild ridicule. What did you think of the various racial jokes -- like the "Jewbiks Cube" or the "Ghetto Grabber" inventions? What's the purpose of jabs like these -- is it just pure mockery, or is there a more subtle message underneath? Parents should discuss how, over time, some words become socially unacceptable ("retard," for example). Is that a sign of extreme political correctness or simply increased sensitivity? Lastly, just for nostalgia's sake, parents can share their favorite '80s pop-culture trends.
What to watch for
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Violence: Dancers push and shove each other, and Darnell's girlfriend "bitch slaps" him.
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Sex: Two 10-year-olds kiss; another 10-year-old prepares for a kiss by sticking his tongue out. Justin learns about sex by, presumably, watching 12 hours of Internet porn. Justin practices how to touch a woman's "breasteses" on his male friend. Various characters give advice on how to touch a woman. Jen opens her shirt, but there's no nudity. Jen and Justin kiss.
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Language: Several uses of "s--t" and "bitch," as well as "ass" and one "f--k." Characters (one African American, one Caucasian) say the "N" word to each other. Justin says "retard," not realizing that it's no longer considered acceptable. Other problematic words: "homo," a "Jewbiks cube" (features a menorah, a dollar sign, a star of David and circumcised penises), and referring to Asian and Latino friends as "rice and beans."
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Consumerism: Featured '80s brands/products include the show Knight Rider and the car KITT (as well as David Hasselhoff), Hammer pants, Pop Rocks, Garbage Pail Kids, and a ton of decade-symbolic movies and shows -- The Karate Kid, The Smurfs, Sixteen Candles, Transformers, Miami Vice, Diff'rent Strokes, etc.
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Drinking, drugs and smoking: Even at a club party, there's no obvious drinking or smoking.
Fan Reviews provided by
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No by redyeah
No, no,no, no. Just No.
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Funny as Balls!!! by Skippy22
Super fun! Jamie and Bobby Lee are Hilarious and the 80s nostalgia will bring you right back to your glory days!!! A must see if you loved the 80s!!! Oh yeah... Maria Menounos... GORGEOUS!!
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well,,,?!?! by yadada?!?
yah! i guess you can say this movie is funny, but it isn't the good quality funny!!!!! its the stupid funny,but don't get me wrong, cuz it will make you laugh, but i really recommend it if you have nothing to do for a day, but i do recommend it if you just want to hang out with friends and just goof off!!
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dgsjduighv by may12345
the movie was amazing but there was a little bit of sexual conents like the movie was rated "R" or something but it was a fun time
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Funniest Movie in a while by jwilliams_3
My wife and I saw this movie last night and have to say that it was one of the funniest movies we have seen in a while. It was original and creative. We would highly recommend this to anyone
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Brings back memories! by SADDY82
If u are a child of the 80's u will luv this movie, cause it brings back memories & it's pretty funny. Teenagers & young parents will like this movie. If u want to laugh your butts off go see Kicking It OLD SKOOL.
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kick it old school by danielle1112
I thought the movie was over all funny but the movie did have some dull parts. I wish the first scene of the breakdancing wasnt so fast.
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Funny Guy! by Frequent_Movie_Watcher
If you like Jamie Kennedy then go see this movie. It dragged a little in the beginning but it kept my laughing throughtoiut. My 12 year old and I had some laughs..Jamie is silly as always.
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Kickin it old skool by billever
I was expecting more laughs. The movie seems to drag on about a child trapped in a man's body. The situations presented were absurd. I did enjoy the dance offs.
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Stupid Funny by vee_ron
It was stupid funny, ok teen movie adults with a sense of humor will like it too!!