Our children have been used for financial gain!

Rating: 1/10 (29 June 2011)

I enjoyed the first Cars movie. Expecting a similar level of appropriate children's entertainment, I accompanied my two grandchildren (ages 3 and 4.5 -- it WAS rated G) with their grandfather and parents to see Cars 2. As a person who has taught and cared for young children (up to age 8), taught early childhood educators at the college level, and who has advocated for children, I was shocked at what my grandchildren were watching. My husband walked out early. We should have removed the children, but did not -- our mistake. The theater was full of children.
Without the violence the movie (plot, etc.) was pitiful -- such a waste of talent.
So...in the future I will be vigilant with regards to any movie produced by the people associated with Cars 2. Also, I will not buy any more Cars 2 products. It seems the backers and producers got what they wanted. Perhaps all who were involved in the production of this movie should "embrace their inner lemon."