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Upon its release, Pretty Baby was immediately slapped with an "X" rating in the United States (later changed to "R" after cuts). Critics were split. Roger Ebert gave it four stars, calling it “one of the most heartbreaking films I have ever seen,” while conservative groups picketed theaters, accusing Paramount Pictures of child pornography.

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