Common Sense Note

Parents need to know that this informative and engrossing documentary takes a close look at the Earth's oceans and the creatures that call it home. Expect scenes depicting these bodies of water in all their glory and reality, and animals finding their place in the food chain (sharks feasting on fish, for instance, accompanied by dramatic music). The movie contains fairly subtle pro-environment messages. Kids younger than about 6 might find the hour-and-40-minute movie too long.

Sexual Content

Not applicable.

Violence

The ocean's inhabitants are shown feasting on their neighbors in Darwinian fashion, underscored by thumping music and loud waves crashing. No blood, really -- the action's so quick -- but it may be somewhat upsetting for younger audiences. Examples include: prawns breaking crabs in two; sea gulls plucking baby sea turtles off the shoreline; a great white shark opens wide to attack.

Language

Not applicable

Social Behavior

This nature documentary drives home the fact that the ocean isn't just a resource that humans tap into, but actually a home to creatures great and small and must be treated with respect.

Consumerism

Not applicable

Drugs / Tobacco / Alcohol

Not applicable