![]() Although most characters of color are unfortunately portrayed as corrupt or unbalanced, supporting character Beth ( Da'Vine Joy Randolph) is a great role model: She's a successful Black businessperson who works hard, cares about profits and people, and establishes and maintains boundaries. Non-stereotypical portrayals include an intelligent romance novelist, a muscular model who's emotionally vulnerable, and a philosophical Navy SEAL who's into yoga. There's lots of product placement, particularly alcoholic beverages, which are poured and consumed throughout (villains also smoke cigars). Bullock's character writes steamy novels, so expect innuendo and racy language ("d-k," "s-t," etc.), as well as some creative writing tips - e.g., a humorous dissertation on when the word "throbbing" can and can't be used. ![]() Tatum's bare backside is seen extensively in a nonsexual scene that also has a lot of references to his penis (which isn't shown). With a theme of moving on after loss, it has strong messages about being the author of your own story and that life is "sweeter after difficulty." While most of the violence is typical big-budget action fare, there's plenty of peril and one gruesome moment involving a shooting that appears to have been added for shock value (but ultimately has a reassuring resolution). Parents need to know that The Lost City is a romcom action adventure starring Sandra Bullock, Channing Tatum, and Daniel Radcliffe.
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