Dakota Fanning's new movie - Child Exploitation?

Karim · 08-09-2006, 09:55 PM

Fanning's new movie apparently involves several suggestive scenes, including nudity and rape. Many are revolted while others are suggesting it's Oscar worthy. I don't know how I feel about this - uncomfortable to say the least.

The script:
hxxp://www.bluelineradio.com/dakotafanningscript.html

IMDB movie link:
hxxp://www.imdb.com/title/tt0415856/

cthomer5000 · 08-09-2006, 10:02 PM

I feel more uncomfortable about the fact that she's been doing movies NON-STOP since she broke in the biz. She's a prime candidate for a total meltdown as a late teen/adult.

saldana · 08-09-2006, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Karim

Fanning's new movie apparently involves several suggestive scenes, including nudity and rape. Many are revolted while others are suggesting it's Oscar worthy. I don't know how I feel about this - uncomfortable to say the least.

The script:
hxxp://www.bluelineradio.com/dakotafanningscript.html

IMDB movie link:
hxxp://www.imdb.com/title/tt0415856/

are the suggestive and rape scenes involving her....isnt she like...10 years old?

Karim · 08-09-2006, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by saldana

are the suggestive and rape scenes involving her....isnt she like...10 years old?

She's 12, pretending to be 9. And yup... they involve her.

saldana · 08-09-2006, 10:06 PM

what kind of context are they in...what is the movie supposed to be about (cant check the links from work)

Joe · 08-09-2006, 10:10 PM

nothing wrong with that. there are sluts nowadays that are much younger than 12.

sovereignstar · 08-09-2006, 10:10 PM

Fucking hate it when movies get all realistic and shit.

tanglewood · 08-09-2006, 10:11 PM

If people want ot make movies about the subject, there's really no way of getting around it.

Wasabiak · 08-09-2006, 10:13 PM

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nothing wrong with that. there are sluts nowadays that are much younger than 12.

Careful......You don't want Dateline showing up at your door again.

Joe · 08-09-2006, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Wasabiak

Careful......You don't want Dateline showing up at your door.

they never show up at my door. in the past, they tried to "surprise" me while I was making a house call... err... nevermind.

Noddadropp · 08-09-2006, 10:24 PM

I think the movie Happiness is far more disturbing in its content.

cthomer5000 · 08-09-2006, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Noddadropp

I think the movie Happiness is far more disturbing in its content.

great movie.

molson · 08-09-2006, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Noddadropp

I think the movie Happiness is far more disturbing in its content.

Child rape/molestation has been implied in plenty of movies, like Happiness. But Dakota Fanning will actually be portraying it.

But I think 12 is probably old enough, in terms of concern for the actor or actress herself.

RedKingGold · 08-09-2006, 11:07 PM

Besides, we'll see her in thirty years in Playboy anyway..

Subby · 08-09-2006, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Noddadropp

I think the movie Happiness is far more disturbing in its content.

Is that the one about public breastfeeding?

saldana · 08-09-2006, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Subby

Is that the one about public breastfeeding?

i thought that one was called SuperSizeMe

Izulde · 08-09-2006, 11:38 PM

If the actress is fine with it, then there's no problem imo.

caspanky · 08-09-2006, 11:53 PM

At 12 years old, I think it might be more appropriate to say if she is okay with it, and her parents are okay with it, then there shouldn't be any issue.

Rizon · 08-10-2006, 12:25 AM

The real issue is her acting talent. Of which she has none.

Vinatieri for Prez · 08-10-2006, 02:07 AM

What's the big deal? Brooke Shields did this like almost 30 years ago in Pretty Baby. I'm sure the parents and her have made an informed decision here. Again, if you don't like it, don't go to the movie.

Shkspr · 08-10-2006, 02:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Rizon

The real issue is her acting talent. Of which she has none.

Wow, that's uninformed.

Karlifornia · 08-10-2006, 05:01 AM

There is absolutely no way I will ever see this movie......

Mr. Skin will do that for me and find the good parts.

Young Drachma · 08-10-2006, 07:56 AM

I think that these kids in hollywood have been exposed to all sorts of this and that....especially when you're talking about someone whose been around for as long as she has doing this.

As for the whole "working non stop thing" what else is she supposed to do? Take her SAG award nomination from the past and a few other minor award wins and go play with her friends from school? Umm..she's been in the business since she was 5 or so, this is what she knows and there is a precedent for people doing it and making it out just fine.

Besides, plenty of kids get messed up on drugs and such alike, without being in Hollywood and making lots of money. Seems like being in a "serious" movie is something that would be a daring and positive move.

I doubt I'll see it tho.

rkmsuf · 08-10-2006, 08:03 AM

Who cares what Dakota Fanning does?

Subby · 08-10-2006, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by rkmsuf

Who cares what Dakota Fanning does?

You need some new gimmicks.

rkmsuf · 08-10-2006, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Subby

You need some new gimmicks.

What gimmick? I honestly don't give a f*ck about her.

Subby · 08-10-2006, 08:48 AM

Your random curmudgeonly one-liner gimmick.

You know you don't have to give an opinion on EVERYTHING that gets posted here. What are you, st cronin?

rkmsuf · 08-10-2006, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Subby

Your random curmudgeonly one-liner gimmick.

You know you don't have to give an opinion on EVERYTHING that gets posted here. What are you, st cronin?

I've overestimated my self importance? Gasp.

Eaglesfan27 · 08-10-2006, 12:01 PM

Even though, I'm sure Dakota Fanning is a very atypical 12 year old having been raised in Hollywood, I don't see how she can make an informed decision without harm possibly being done by the very process of informing her of the details. However, I haven't had a chance to click either of those links to see what details will be portrayed.

As far as her parents, as others have mentioned, I'm already concerned about them with the high volume of movies they have her doing. I'll reserve judgment until I see the details of what she will be doing/exposed to in this movie, but if it is as graphic as what some are implying on here, I think it is tantamount to child abuse.

Also, I'm not naive. Talking to many 12 year olds, in my line of work, I know a surprising number have had some form of sexual activity. However, that doesn't excuse the actions of her parents if they are willingly exposing to her being raped (albeit simulated.)

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08-10-2006, 07:56 AM	#23
Young Drachma Dark Cloud Join Date: Apr 2001	I think that these kids in hollywood have been exposed to all sorts of this and that....especially when you're talking about someone whose been around for as long as she has doing this. As for the whole "working non stop thing" what else is she supposed to do? Take her SAG award nomination from the past and a few other minor award wins and go play with her friends from school? Umm..she's been in the business since she was 5 or so, this is what she knows and there is a precedent for people doing it and making it out just fine. Besides, plenty of kids get messed up on drugs and such alike, without being in Hollywood and making lots of money. Seems like being in a "serious" movie is something that would be a daring and positive move. I doubt I'll see it tho. __________________ Current dynasty: Hard Knocks Tennis Sim Dynasty \| OOTP Mod: Managerial Strategy Files \| GM Excel Competitive Balance Tax/Revenue Sharing Calc \| FBCB Mods on Github

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08-10-2006, 08:48 AM	#27
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08-09-2006, 10:06 PM	#5
saldana Pro Starter Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bethlehem, Pa	what kind of context are they in...what is the movie supposed to be about (cant check the links from work)

08-09-2006, 10:10 PM	#6
Joe Pro Starter Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Minneapolis	nothing wrong with that. there are sluts nowadays that are much younger than 12.

08-09-2006, 10:10 PM	#7
sovereignstar Pro Starter Join Date: Feb 2004	Fucking hate it when movies get all realistic and shit.

08-09-2006, 10:11 PM	#8
tanglewood College Benchwarmer Join Date: Oct 2004	If people want ot make movies about the subject, there's really no way of getting around it.

08-09-2006, 10:24 PM	#11
Noddadropp Banned Join Date: Aug 2006	I think the movie Happiness is far more disturbing in its content.

08-09-2006, 11:07 PM	#14
RedKingGold College Starter Join Date: Oct 2002	Besides, we'll see her in thirty years in Playboy anyway..

08-09-2006, 11:53 PM	#18
caspanky Mascot Join Date: Aug 2004	At 12 years old, I think it might be more appropriate to say if she is okay with it, and her parents are okay with it, then there shouldn't be any issue.

08-10-2006, 02:07 AM	#20
Vinatieri for Prez College Starter Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Seattle	What's the big deal? Brooke Shields did this like almost 30 years ago in Pretty Baby. I'm sure the parents and her have made an informed decision here. Again, if you don't like it, don't go to the movie.

08-10-2006, 12:01 PM	#29
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	Even though, I'm sure Dakota Fanning is a very atypical 12 year old having been raised in Hollywood, I don't see how she can make an informed decision without harm possibly being done by the very process of informing her of the details. However, I haven't had a chance to click either of those links to see what details will be portrayed. As far as her parents, as others have mentioned, I'm already concerned about them with the high volume of movies they have her doing. I'll reserve judgment until I see the details of what she will be doing/exposed to in this movie, but if it is as graphic as what some are implying on here, I think it is tantamount to child abuse. Also, I'm not naive. Talking to many 12 year olds, in my line of work, I know a surprising number have had some form of sexual activity. However, that doesn't excuse the actions of her parents if they are willingly exposing to her being raped (albeit simulated.) __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen. Last edited by Eaglesfan27 : 08-10-2006 at 12:02 PM.

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