OK for kids 13+
Ghost-lite romantic comedy is only so-so.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that this romantic comedy stars Eva Longoria Parker, who's popular (and familiar to teens) not just for her starring role in Desperate Housewives but also for her tabloid-followed celebrity marriage to NBA player Tony Parker. There's not really any gratuitous content in the film: The language is standard for the PG-13 rating ("bitch," "s--t," etc.), there's no violence or overt product tie-ins, and the one (aborted) love scene (which shows a man and a lingerie-clad woman fooling around in bed) is more humorous than sexy.
- Families can talk about how Hollywood portrays the afterlife. Can you think of other movies that focus on a ghost trying to communicate with someone or change something among the living? How do the representations of ghostly life differ? Kids: Do you think this movie has a happy ending? Why or why not?
What to watch for
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Violence: Kate is crushed by an ice sculpture, but viewers don't see it happen. In a funny but slightly creepy scene, Kate levitates and talks in a loud voice while trying to scare Ashley.
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Sex: Henry and Kate kiss and hug on their wedding day. Ashley and Henry kiss and fool around in bed (she's wearing lingerie). Henry's sister describes his potential date as a woman with "huge breasts" who "loves oral sex."
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Language: Language includes "s--t," "bitch," "ass," "piss," "dick," etc.
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Consumerism: Nothing overt: a Uniden cordless phone and a couple of recognizable cars (no visible logos).
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Drinking, drugs and smoking: A character tells a guy she's interested in that if he likes her, "just wait until I'm drunk." Adults drink beer, wine at dinner.
Fan Reviews provided by
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Five Word Review by redyeah
Okay but not the best
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Better Than I Expected by bobkat05
After all the tepid reviews, I was hesitant to go see this movie. I was in the mood for funny fluff, and this certainly satisfied. It won't be a classic, but I enjoyed it, especially Paul Rudd's dry wit. My husband was less enthusiastic, but did give it an "O.K." Mostly predictible, but there were enough chuckles and twists to make it entertaining. Don't expect any Oscar nominations, just sit back and enjoy.
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Cute by jumayumi
I think MissCorvette's review was meant for another movie...
Anyway, the movie was cute, Eva Longoria and Paul Rudd are excellent and funny. For those who enjoy romantic comedy it's worth the time.
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Cute little movie by pamcnewell
I thought this was a cute lighthearted movie that leaves you in agood mood.
5
OVER HER DEAD BODY by DGRANADO62
I THOUGHT THE MOVIE WOULD BE BORING BUT I WENT ANYWAY BECAUSE MY GRANDAUGJTER WANTED TO SEE IT. I CAN'T BELIEVE I ENJOYED SO MUCH. NO VIOLENCE JUST A GREAT MOVIE.
I HAVE ALREADY SHARED THIS WITH MY FAMILY.
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Go see it!!! Now! by renatabrpe
The movie is cute and very funny. Everybody in the theater was laughing, very loudly! I don't remember laughing this hard since "Be Cool".
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Over my dead body by FTC Moviegoer
A very good movie that was far better than my expectations
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over her dead body by madelynbarker
very funny and i took 12 kids with me and they all loved it.
they were between the ages of 11-13
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Over Her Dead Body by mike6293
My, my how things have changed. This is almost like the Ghost and Mrs. Muir but better. I have never seen a movie like this with so many good parts.
It is worth seeing.
Better yet, take your other half with you.
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cute by beauteeful
I took my 10 yr old son and 11 yr old daughter. We all enjoyed the movie. The actors were cute and the story was interesting.