A Bag of Marbles (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
At the beginning of the 1940s, in a France occupied by Nazi forces, lived the Jewish Joffo family. Happy and tight-knit, she sees her future darken when all members of the family are forced to wear the yellow star. Fearing the worst, the parents organized their family to flee to the free zone in the south of the country. Maurice, twelve years old, and Joseph, ten years old, will therefore leave alone in order to maximize their chances of finding their older brothers already settled in Nice. The brothers left to their own devices… Sign up for the full guide
Rated 12 • 2017 • 1h 53m
This unrated film contains content consistent with a PG-13 rating. "A Bag of Marbles" is a historical drama about the Holocaust, and its primary content concerns are thematic. The story follows two young Jewish brothers, Joseph and Maurice, as they flee Nazi-occupied France, leading to sustained scenes of intense peril, fear, and emotional distress. Parents should be aware of moderate violence, including altercations and characters… Sign up for the full guide
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Is A Bag of Marbles appropriate for kids?
This unrated film contains content consistent with a PG-13 rating. "A Bag of Marbles" is a historical drama about the Holocaust, and its primary content concerns are thematic. The story follows two young Jewish brothers, Joseph and Maurice, as they flee Nazi-occupied France… Read more — free account
Content severity in A Bag of Marbles
What happens in A Bag of Marbles, moment by moment
- 0:07 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:16 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
Sex and nudity in A Bag of Marbles
A single, brief instance of non-sexual bullying occurs when older boys pull down a younger boy's trousers, briefly exposing his buttocks. This scene is not played for titillation and is part of a moment of conflict.
Violence and gore in A Bag of Marbles
Violence is moderate and mostly revolves around the threats of war and occupation. A schoolyard fight breaks out, leaving one of the brothers with a bruise. The boys' father slaps his son harshly as a lesson to prepare him for interrogation. Soldiers are seen roughly accosting people, including an elderly woman, and a man is shot and killed just off-screen. One of the boys is shown with a bloody, injured foot from his long journey.
Language in A Bag of Marbles
Mild profanity is present but infrequent. Expect some frustrated or fearful exclamations appropriate to the intense situations, but strong language is not a focus of the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in A Bag of Marbles
Substance use is minor and reflects the 1940s time period. Some adult characters, including teenagers, are briefly seen smoking cigarettes. There is also some social drinking by adults in the background.
Mature themes in A Bag of Marbles
Thematic content is strong and pervasive, revolving around the Holocaust. The film deals with anti-Semitic persecution, family separation, and the constant fear and peril faced by children living as fugitives. The interrogation of children by Nazi officers is particularly intense, and the confirmed loss of a parent to a concentration camp is a major source of emotional distress.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Bag of Marbles appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests A Bag of Marbles is best for ages 13+. It's rated 12. This unrated film contains content consistent with a PG-13 rating. "A Bag of Marbles" is a historical drama about the Holocaust, and its primary content concerns are thematic. The story follows two young Jewish…
What age rating does A Bag of Marbles have?
A Bag of Marbles is officially rated 12. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is A Bag of Marbles about?
This unrated film contains content consistent with a PG-13 rating. "A Bag of Marbles" is a historical drama about the Holocaust, and its primary content concerns are thematic. The story follows two young Jewish brothers, Joseph and Maurice, as they flee Nazi-occupied France, leading to sustained scenes of intense…
Is there sex or nudity in A Bag of Marbles?
A single, brief instance of non-sexual bullying occurs when older boys pull down a younger boy's trousers, briefly exposing his buttocks. This scene is not played for titillation and is part of a moment of conflict.
How violent is A Bag of Marbles?
Violence is moderate and mostly revolves around the threats of war and occupation. A schoolyard fight breaks out, leaving one of the brothers with a bruise. The boys' father slaps his son harshly as a lesson to prepare him for interrogation. Soldiers are seen…
Is the language in A Bag of Marbles appropriate for kids?
Mild profanity is present but infrequent. Expect some frustrated or fearful exclamations appropriate to the intense situations, but strong language is not a focus of the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in A Bag of Marbles?
Substance use is minor and reflects the 1940s time period. Some adult characters, including teenagers, are briefly seen smoking cigarettes. There is also some social drinking by adults in the background.
What mature themes appear in A Bag of Marbles?
Thematic content is strong and pervasive, revolving around the Holocaust. The film deals with anti-Semitic persecution, family separation, and the constant fear and peril faced by children living as fugitives. The interrogation of children by Nazi officers is…
How long is A Bag of Marbles?
A Bag of Marbles runs 113 minutes, directed by Christian Duguay, released in 2017.
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