Why in the world do parents bring their little kids to see R rated movies?

Question

I went to see Mirrors yesterday and could not believe the amount of children in the theater. If you seen mirrors then you know how violent and disturbing it is. Why do they do this? Please don't say they couldn't find a babysitter.

Answer 1

Because they couldn't find a babysitter...LOL...but also because they're being selfish...if you can't find a babysitter and you REALLY want to go to the movies then you go to a family friendly movie and you wait to rent the other.  End of story!

I totally understand your irritation and agree with you!!

There was a time when my friend and I were going to the movies...my friend was driving (going the speed limit) and this guy in front of us was going slowly...so we passed him.  Not aggressively or anything, just normal passing.  As we passed by, while I was finishing the story I was telling her, I glanced over.  The guy had a bad face and was yelling at us, which was obvious...then on one thing he said I was to read his lips..."f**king *****", no less.  I was appalled!!  Quite frankly, even if my friend HAD driven badly, that's nothing to say in front of any children, much less the little ones he had in the back!!

Well...we get to the theater and lo and behold, he was going there as well.  We had trouble finding a parking place so we got in line a several people back from him once we got in.  Well while we were all in line, he got my attention and told me my friend was a bad driver.  I said, "Sir...all she did was pass you..."  Well he said another thing to me (can't remember what)...everyone in line were turning their heads back and forth like a tennis match crowd!!!...so I just said, "You know what...she was driving badly, she was going the speed limit, you were going under the speed limit so she passed you, not a big deal...but I'll tell you what IS a big deal: Yelling and screaming and showing road rage - especially with small children in your car with you...I saw what you said, I could read your lips as we passed and you said swear words that a child should never hear their parents say...good parenting skills you have there...what are you gonna do here, gonna take them to an R rated movie?"  He shut RIGHT UP....turned around and looked forward.  He was next in line...and moments later, everyone that was in line between us started laughing out loud and the person in front of me turned and said, yes, that he'd just ordered tickets for them all to go to the R movie!!  His face was red when he walked away...which is good, I guess...but it didn't stop him from ordering the tickets and it probably won't stop his road rage either, unfortunately!

Answer 2

Largely, there are two reasons.

1) They are selfish, they have a kid and want to see the movie, so they bring the kid with them without thinking what effect the film might have on the kid or how the kid might disturb other people in the theater.

You see the same thing at restaurants and cultural venues. People drag their children along, thy get bored and they impinge on other people's enjoyment.

2) They are dumb as dirt and think that film ratings "are made by the Man" to spoil peoples' fun. They bring their kids regardless of how horrible the film might be, and when their kids become desensitized to s*x and/or violence they hold it up as proof that these things don't effect children.

Answer 3

A rated "R" movie does not mean that kids under 17 can't watch it.  It means that if you are under 17, you need a parent or guardian with you.  Plus, there are kid actors in the movie anyway.

VIVA LA RAZA!

Answer 4

I don't know either. I saw movies like 300,  The Dark Knight and Silent Hill, people brought their 3-7 year old kids with them, and I could not believe it. I wouldn't want to deal with all the questions/nightmares that would come from taking a child to see those type of movies.

Answer 5

I think it is irresponsible to bring kids to an R rated movie. It shows a lack of judgment.

Answer 6

If you think a child should not see it, then you have no business watching it either I think.

This question should only be answered by people who do have children.

As a parent you have the right to raise your child as you see fit. Your child's behavior will be a reflection of your upbringing so adjust accordingly. Should all children stay out of R rated movies? No. It depends on what context of the film is giving it the rating. For example Mirrors is make believe just like any other fable of a "kid's movie" As long as the child knows it is all fantasy its okay in my opinion. If there is bad behavior due to it or nightmares then it should stop immediately. Nothing aside from nudity will you not see on the evening news. Violence is out there and exposing it to children, I believe is another way of teaching them right and wrong. Being scared shortly every once in a while is healthy. It keeps that natural defense on its toes.

Bottomline, making a big deal and sheltering a child can be far worse. Teach them right and wrong, good and bad, and show them that make believe and real life are 2 opposites. Knowing the difference is the main key.

Answer 7

wow! what part of the country do you live in? i never see little kids in r rated movies here, sc. but i see plenty of them watching s**t on tv. same diff. bad idea.

Answer 8

I feel the same way, I dont think people should bring their kids to the movies under the age of like 5 unless its a movie for kids, they get bored way too easy. We went to see house bunny yesterday and these people brought their 3 week old daughter into the movie, give me a break, I dont think they should of brought her out not to a movie

Answer 9

They've been bad kids. lol

Answer 10

i know what u mean, when me and my mom went to see disturbia when it was out in theaters, it was my 2nd time seeing, there was a little kid there, maybe around 4 or 3