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Age by Age Review For: The Nanny Diaries
The Nanny Diaries
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Best For Tweens (10-12)
Rated PG-13
Age-By-Age Guide
Life Lessons | Comedy
After graduating college, aspiring anthropologist Annie (Scarlett Johansson) falls into a job as nanny to a 6-year-old boy whose wealthy New York City parents spend lots of money--but little time--on him.

Based on the best-selling book, this biting social commentary on the self-absorbed lives of the rich plays it for laughs, but most kids won’t find it funny because the movie deals with issues like neglect, adultery, and sexual harassment, making it inappropriate and upsetting for young children. With fond visions of Mary Poppins and Mrs. Doubtfire running through their heads, tweens may want to check out the new nanny in town but, unfortunately, they’ll probably be disappointed by the predictable story that’s less than supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.
Baby (0-2)
No This movie is intended for older children.
Preschool (3-5)
No This movie is intended for older children.
Kids (6-9)
No This movie is intended for older children.
Tweens (10-12)
Yes Older girls may learn how to be better baby-sitters after watching Annie take care of her young charge--although not necessarily by aping her rebellious behavior. Tweens will clearly see that money doesn't buy happiness and that people should not be treated as accessories to be used at will.
--Lois Alter Mark, the Flicks for Kids Expert
Points For Parents
Movie Pluses

  • Focuses on taking care of the children
  • Encourages the parent-child relationship
Movie Minuses

  • Some profanity
  • Suggestiveness
  • Adultery, sexual harassment ,and talk of divorce