Should i let my 5 year old see "The Dark Knight"?

Question

He really wants to see it, he loves Batman. I saw the film myself and i loved it, but i don't know if my son should see it, it is pretty dark.

Answer 1

I would not recommend it.  I know it's tough to say no to a 5 year old with a superhero obsession (I was one myself a long time ago) but the movie is simply too dark and pessimistic for a 5 year old.

Instead, see if you can pacify him by picking up some of the new animated batman series, or even the old 1990's "Batman: The Animated Series."  Those are designed with kids his age in mind, and the original "B:TAS" was a great cartoon for all ages, not too dark, but not campy either.

Answer 2

No there are slashy scenes which i mean has things to do with knifes =]

"Why so Serious" "Shing" HAHAHAHHAHAHA

Answer 3

I think that some material in the movie especially the joker's image in the movie may be frightening to a small child and may give him nightmares.

Answer 4

You're a bad parent.

Answer 5

id say a 10 year old could see it at least

but he wouldnt understand the plot at all

Answer 6

from what i've heard, no.  it tends to get quite violent and is intended for adults.  he should not see this until he's at least 13.