The cast of Gen Xers should be a big plus, even though performances are pretty lackluster. A stale plot and a lukewarm cast make for a pretty unimpressive film about a particular sport that deserves a better expos . If Boomers are just looking to pass a couple hours with a mildly amusing film, this one is the ticket. Still, a fairly harmless poke at medieval sports that might bring a smile to seniors who could use a giggle or two. Creative anachronists will surely be thinking to themselves that movies like these contribute to the bad rap historical re-creationists often get.
Men fall off horses or are dragged behind, but maybe only twice is there ever any evidence of blood.
The impact of the lance hitting the armor is really the most intense aspect of the film. A couple sword battles are done for sport, and men bash each other around, but are protected by their armor. Since this film is rated PG-13, an official recommendation can't be made for kids under 13. Parents who feel their pre-teens can handle the intensity of the jousting and some minor nudity and sexual innuendo will probably find this movie to be mild fare their kids can handle.