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That's probably the case for many Christian moviegoers, and legitimately so—this movie is sophomoric and crude, and though one could argue for the comedic genius on display here, it's likely too crass for the masses.

Talk About It

1. The film's central theme is that of immaturity versus maturity, of the need to grow up and put childish things aside. Do you think that, by the end of the film, Brennan and Dale achieve this? Why or why not?
2. The ways in which Brennan and Dale are immature are obvious, but are there any regards in which Robert or Nancy need to grow up? Do you think they are good parents? Why or why not?
3. How does this movie treat divorce? Adultery? Does it have any positive messages about family? About forgiveness?

The Family Corner

Step Brothers is rated R for crude and sexual humor and for language, and it's about as R-rated as summer comedies come. There is foul language almost constantly throughout the film, numerous sexual and scatological jokes, a brief shot of a man's testicles, and a sex scene that doesn't involve any nudity, but is still somewhat explicit. The movie also deals with divorce and adultery, arguably making light of both.

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