Thirteen (DVD, 2004)

I finally watched this movie. I was shocked at what was on it! As a parent I think we need to watch more movies like this. My daughter and I have a great relationship and could talk openly about the subjects in this film. It really hits home and scared me that she loved this movie. It's about troubled teens so I wanted to know why she liked it. It wasn't because of all the bad stuff they were doing but that she couldn't believe they got away with all of it for so long. She even said that she was glad I was so involved in her life and that I took the time to find out what she was up to and who she was hanging out with. (Wich is something the mother in this was trying to do, a little.) I understand that most parents work and have little time for children sometimes, especially when their teenagers. Also, that most teenagers don't want mom or dad in there business anyway! My daughter and I have always been close and so even I was surprised when she was so open to talking about this movie. Don't get me wrong, She's 15, tall, thin, blond and blue eyes! I know I have my hands ful with her! I really do have faith in her that she wants a good healthy life and she wants to discuss things with an adult if she is a little confused about something. Anyway, I know this was suppose to be about the movie. It really opened my eyes to the new teenagers out there. It made me want to be there for my daughter even more! This is a must see movie for anyone with children. You may not want any young children to watch. Watch it first and then deside for yourself!