To not let DS go to friends party now I know they're watching a PG film

[BleedinEck]

We accepted the invite weeks ago but it's only now the cinema has released screening info & I've worked out (from the timings) what they will be watching. I'm not against a 7.5yr old watching PG films per se but having read up on this particular one & asked people who have been, I'm not happy about him going anymore as it's (IMO) too violent & graphic for his age.

Do I just tell the parents exactly this (& risk DS being ridiculed by his friends) or make up an excuse (& risk being rumbled!!).

Oh, it's Percy Jackson if anyone has any views about suitability for 7-8yr old

I know nothing about the film, but 'Parental Guidance' mean just that.
I would not let my child go if uncomfortable.
But then my mother didn't let me go to see a 12 a week before my 12th birthday (as it was illegal, rather than unsuitable) and at the age of 35 I still won't watch an 18.
I think it is irresponsible of the parent organising the party.
You might need to come up with a much better offer though so your son doesn't resent your decision too much. Sorry, didn't realise the date clashes with the X concert tickets I booked a while ago.

Jamie - no, that's why I explicitly said "Tbh only you know if your DS would genuinely be scared or whether you are being a bit precious" !

I would get the first one out on DVD and see how you/he get on with that.

Fwiw my 5 year old loved it :)

Patricia

Yes, sorry. Bit snappy of me

No worries.