Lizzie Borden Took an Ax
In 19th-century tabloid journalism, few stories sold better than that of Lizzie Borden, who was tried in 1892 for axing her parents to death. This made-for-TV drama chronicles the scandal and enduring mystery of Lizzie's guilt or innocence.
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Movie Details
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NRNot rated. This movie has not been rated by the MPAA.
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15Common Sense rating Pause for kids 15 & under
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Common Sense Note
Parents need to know that Lizzie Borden Took an Ax is about a famous historical murder, which is shown repeatedly onscreen. The grisly murders are shot horror-movie style, with a flashing ax, splattering blood, and scary music. The violence is particularly disturbing because it occurs within a family; this is the stuff of a young child's nightmares. The mutilated bodies of both Andrew and Abby Borden are shown repeatedly during the movie. A large portion of Lizzie Borden is also spent in the courtroom; young viewers would swiftly grow bored watching talky testimony. In short, this one is not for young watchers, but mature teens may find the subject matter compelling -- just hope it doesn't give them any ideas.
- Sexual Content
- There are parties and flirting and kissing between members of the opposite sex. Lizzie was rumored to have a lesbian affair with an actress but that's just barely hinted at here. There is some uncovered flesh, but no private parts are shown.
- Violence
- The mutilated body of Andrew Borden is shown repeatedly in grisly detail. We see blood and gore, and an ax attack that's particularly disturbing because it's committed by a family member.
- Language
- Not applicable
- Social Behavior
- Given that this story is about a family murder, positive messages are few and far between.
- Consumerism
- Not applicable
- Drugs / Tobacco / Alcohol
- Not applicable
Legend
- Age appropriate
- Not an issue
- Depends on your kid and your family
- Not appropriate for kids of the age most likely to want to see it
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