Turner Classic Movies Presents Leonard Maltin's Classic Movie Guide
From the Silent Era Through 1965: Third Edition
Leonard Maltin
866 pages · Released Sep 29, 2015 · Penguin
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What's inside
Violence
Fighting, weapons, death
Language
Swearing, crude humor
Sexual content
Romance intensity, nudity
LGBTQ+ themes
Presence of characters or themes
Scary or mature
Horror, trauma, heavy themes
Substance use
Alcohol, drugs, smoking
What it offers
Positive messages
Kindness, courage, honesty, resilience
Positive role models
Characters who model good judgment and growth
Educational value
History, science, culture, how the world works
A note for parents
This is a reference guide and film encyclopedia rather than a narrative work, so traditional content ratings do not apply. It provides educational value through film history, criticism, and cultural context spanning cinema's first 65 years. Parents should note that while the guide itself is descriptive and analytical, the films it reviews span a wide range of content ratings and audiences. This resource is best suited for older teens and adults interested in classic cinema history rather than for children to read independently.
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The definitive guide to classic films from one of America's most trusted film critics Thanks to Netflix and cable television, classic films are more accessible than ever. Now co-branded with Turner Classic Movies, Leonard Maltin’s Classic Movie Guide covers films from Hollywood and around the world, from the silent era... The definitive guide to classic films from one of America's most trusted film critics Thanks to Netflix and cable television, classic films are more accessible than ever. Now co-branded with Turner Classic Movies, Leonard Maltin’s Classic Movie Guide covers films from Hollywood and around the world, from the silent era through 1965, and from The Maltese Falcon to Singin’ in the Rain and Godzilla, King of the Monsters! Thoroughly revised and updated, and featuring expanded indexes, a list of Maltin’s personal recommendations, and three hundred new entries—including many offbeat and obscure films—this new edition is a must-have companion for every movie lover.
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