A Haunting in Venice (2023) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Celebrated sleuth Hercule Poirot, now retired and living in self-imposed exile in Venice, reluctantly attends a Halloween séance at a decaying, haunted palazzo. When one of the guests is murdered, the detective is thrust into a sinister world of shadows and secrets.
Rated PG-13 • 2023 • 1h 44m
A Haunting in Venice follows retired detective Hercule Poirot as he reluctantly attends a séance at a decaying palazzo in post-war Italy, only to be drawn into a murder investigation. The film received a PG-13 rating primarily for its eerie atmosphere, sudden acts of violence, and dark thematic explorations of grief and guilt. Parents should be aware of several jump scares, scenes of impalement and stabbing, and the unsettling… Sign up for the full guide
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Is A Haunting in Venice appropriate for kids?
A Haunting in Venice follows retired detective Hercule Poirot as he reluctantly attends a séance at a decaying palazzo in post-war Italy, only to be drawn into a murder investigation. The film received a PG-13 rating primarily for its eerie atmosphere, sudden acts of violence… Read more — free account
Content severity in A Haunting in Venice
What happens in A Haunting in Venice, moment by moment
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- 0:50 🍷 Substances 2/10
Sex and nudity in A Haunting in Venice
There is no sexual content in the film. The background scenery briefly includes a classical statue of a topless female, and there is a fleeting mention of two children kissing in a flashback.
Violence and gore in A Haunting in Venice
Violence is moderate and features several jarring, albeit non-gory, deaths. Key instances include an attempted drowning, a character impaled on a statue, and a stabbing. These moments are punctuated by sudden, shocking visual reveals rather than sustained carnage.
Language in A Haunting in Venice
Language is mild, with infrequent use of coarse terms. The film contains approximately 3 uses of 'God', 1 'Christ', 1 'For Christ's sake', 1 'bastard', and 1 'shit'.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in A Haunting in Venice
Substance use is mild and mostly limited to social settings. Characters are seen consuming alcohol in a historical context, appropriate for the period of the film.
Mature themes in A Haunting in Venice
Themes are heavy, centering on the psychological trauma of war, the intense grief of losing a child, and the manipulation of the bereaved through fake mediumship. The narrative also examines themes of suicide, guilt, and the cynical exploitation of children's deaths for profit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Haunting in Venice appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests A Haunting in Venice is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. A Haunting in Venice follows retired detective Hercule Poirot as he reluctantly attends a séance at a decaying palazzo in post-war Italy, only to be drawn into a murder investigation. The film received a PG-13 rating…
What age rating does A Haunting in Venice have?
A Haunting in Venice is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is A Haunting in Venice about?
A Haunting in Venice follows retired detective Hercule Poirot as he reluctantly attends a séance at a decaying palazzo in post-war Italy, only to be drawn into a murder investigation. The film received a PG-13 rating primarily for its eerie atmosphere, sudden acts of violence, and dark thematic explorations of grief…
Is there sex or nudity in A Haunting in Venice?
There is no sexual content in the film. The background scenery briefly includes a classical statue of a topless female, and there is a fleeting mention of two children kissing in a flashback.
How violent is A Haunting in Venice?
Violence is moderate and features several jarring, albeit non-gory, deaths. Key instances include an attempted drowning, a character impaled on a statue, and a stabbing. These moments are punctuated by sudden, shocking visual reveals rather than sustained…
Is the language in A Haunting in Venice appropriate for kids?
Language is mild, with infrequent use of coarse terms. The film contains approximately 3 uses of 'God', 1 'Christ', 1 'For Christ's sake', 1 'bastard', and 1 'shit'.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in A Haunting in Venice?
Substance use is mild and mostly limited to social settings. Characters are seen consuming alcohol in a historical context, appropriate for the period of the film.
What mature themes appear in A Haunting in Venice?
Themes are heavy, centering on the psychological trauma of war, the intense grief of losing a child, and the manipulation of the bereaved through fake mediumship. The narrative also examines themes of suicide, guilt, and the cynical exploitation of children's…
How long is A Haunting in Venice?
A Haunting in Venice runs 104 minutes, directed by Kenneth Branagh, released in 2023.
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