Common Sense Note
Parents need to know that this film depicts two con men trying to steal money from elderly women and unsuspecting theatergoers. The Broadway musical featured in the movie comically champions Nazi beliefs and dogma; the song lyrics contain many references to the glory of "the master race" and other aspects of Nazi ideologies. There are several references to sex and the musical features some suggestively clad females on stage. Because the film has been turned into a high-profile Broadway musical and is being remade for the screen with actors Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick, children may be familiar with it and want to see it.
Sexual
Content
A main character is characterized as being "a gigolo." Female characters are depicted in suggestive costumes. Highly stereotypical depictions of homosexuality.
Violence
All slapstick.
Language
Farcical song lyrics deal with racism and anti-semitism.
Social
Behavior
The two leads lie, cheat, and steal from old ladies. While they are punished for their actions, this does not change them in any way.
Consumerism
Not applicable
Drugs / Tobacco /
Alcohol
Some drinking, largely without consequences.