Many older teenagers will also relate to Ms. Portman and the scenario. But Nate remains ever the gentleman and devoted husband and father. And through these people an era comes delightfully alive. There is a fist fight, and Little Melvin waves a gun around after kidnapping Ben and Sylvia. Some situations, none graphic, many references, and flashes of nudity at the burlesque house.
Obscenities fly now and then, but they are never gratuitous.
For all the 50's motif, these are characters for any era. Many 90's children will thoroughly enjoy this film, but parents could well object. This is one R-rated film that should get a clean bill of health. Privacy Information Stay connected to the news that interests you with free e-mail alerts from The New York Times.