A Simple Life (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
After suffering a stroke, an altruistic maid announces that she wants to quit her job and move into an old people's home.
Rated NR • 2012 • 1h 58m
A Simple Life is a mature, gentle drama about the deepening bond between a dedicated maid, Chung Chun-to, and her employer, Roger Leung, following the former's debilitating stroke. The film explores themes of aging, terminal illness, and the quiet dignity of death without relying on sensationalism or graphic content. There is no sexual or violent content, and language is clean throughout. It is suitable for most audiences who can… Sign up for the full guide
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Is A Simple Life appropriate for kids?
A Simple Life is a mature, gentle drama about the deepening bond between a dedicated maid, Chung Chun-to, and her employer, Roger Leung, following the former's debilitating stroke. The film explores themes of aging, terminal illness, and the quiet dignity of death without… Read more — free account
Content severity in A Simple Life
What happens in A Simple Life, moment by moment
- 0:25 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:30 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:45 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
Sex and nudity in A Simple Life
There is no sexual content in this film.
Violence and gore in A Simple Life
There is no violence in this film.
Language in A Simple Life
There is no profanity in this film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in A Simple Life
A minor character is briefly chastised for smoking a cigarette. Wine and spirits appear in social contexts, but no character consumes enough to become intoxicated.
Mature themes in A Simple Life
The film deals sensitively with serious topics, including the challenges of aging, the physical decline caused by a stroke, the decision to enter a nursing home, and eventually, the experience of death and grief. These are handled with great care and realism.
Scary moments in A Simple Life
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for A Simple Life yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Simple Life appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests A Simple Life is best for ages 10+. It's rated NR. A Simple Life is a mature, gentle drama about the deepening bond between a dedicated maid, Chung Chun-to, and her employer, Roger Leung, following the former's debilitating stroke. The film explores themes of aging…
What age rating does A Simple Life have?
A Simple Life is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is A Simple Life about?
A Simple Life is a mature, gentle drama about the deepening bond between a dedicated maid, Chung Chun-to, and her employer, Roger Leung, following the former's debilitating stroke. The film explores themes of aging, terminal illness, and the quiet dignity of death without relying on sensationalism or graphic content…
Is there sex or nudity in A Simple Life?
There is no sexual content in this film.
How violent is A Simple Life?
There is no violence in this film.
Is the language in A Simple Life appropriate for kids?
There is no profanity in this film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in A Simple Life?
A minor character is briefly chastised for smoking a cigarette. Wine and spirits appear in social contexts, but no character consumes enough to become intoxicated.
What mature themes appear in A Simple Life?
The film deals sensitively with serious topics, including the challenges of aging, the physical decline caused by a stroke, the decision to enter a nursing home, and eventually, the experience of death and grief. These are handled with great care and realism.
How long is A Simple Life?
A Simple Life runs 118 minutes, directed by Ann Hui, released in 2012.
Where can I read the full A Simple Life parent guide?
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