A Summer's Tale (1996) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Awaiting his girlfriend Léna’s arrival at the Breton seaside resort of Dinard, Gaspard befriends — and flirts heavily with — two other women, the companionable ethnology student Margot and the sensual townie Solène, making for a rather complicated situation when Léna finally arrives.
Rated NR • 1996 • 1h 54m
Éric Rohmer's "A Summer's Tale" is a talkative French romance best suited for teens and adults. The film carries an Unrated status but is tonally very mild, akin to a G or PG rating, focusing on the romantic entanglements of a young man named Gaspard as he juggles three different women during a seaside holiday. There is no violence or profanity. The primary content for parents to be aware of involves mature themes of romantic… Sign up for the full guide
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Is A Summer's Tale appropriate for kids?
Éric Rohmer's "A Summer's Tale" is a talkative French romance best suited for teens and adults. The film carries an Unrated status but is tonally very mild, akin to a G or PG rating, focusing on the romantic entanglements of a young man named Gaspard as he juggles three… Read more — free account
Content severity in A Summer's Tale
What happens in A Summer's Tale, moment by moment
- 0:18 🍷 Substances 1/10
- 0:22 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:28 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
Sex and nudity in A Summer's Tale
Content is mild. Characters kiss on several occasions, including one clumsy attempt that is rebuffed and a more passionate farewell kiss. In one scene at a public beach, a woman is briefly seen sunbathing topless in the background in a non-sexual context. Characters are also seen in typical beach swimwear.
Violence and gore in A Summer's Tale
None. There is no violence or threat of violence in the film.
Language in A Summer's Tale
None. According to user reports, there is no profanity in the film's original French dialogue.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in A Summer's Tale
Very mild. Characters occasionally drink beer or wine in social settings, such as at a café or restaurant, consistent with the European setting. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
Mature themes in A Summer's Tale
The film's primary focus is on its mature themes. The central character's indecisiveness is explored at length, as he strings along three different women. Themes of emotional dishonesty, manipulation (whether intentional or not), and the confusing nature of young love are central to the plot. Characters have emotionally tense conversations and one argument leads to an abrupt departure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Summer's Tale appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests A Summer's Tale is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. Éric Rohmer's "A Summer's Tale" is a talkative French romance best suited for teens and adults. The film carries an Unrated status but is tonally very mild, akin to a G or PG rating, focusing on the romantic…
What age rating does A Summer's Tale have?
A Summer's Tale is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is A Summer's Tale about?
Éric Rohmer's "A Summer's Tale" is a talkative French romance best suited for teens and adults. The film carries an Unrated status but is tonally very mild, akin to a G or PG rating, focusing on the romantic entanglements of a young man named Gaspard as he juggles three different women during a seaside holiday. There…
Is there sex or nudity in A Summer's Tale?
Content is mild. Characters kiss on several occasions, including one clumsy attempt that is rebuffed and a more passionate farewell kiss. In one scene at a public beach, a woman is briefly seen sunbathing topless in the background in a non-sexual context…
How violent is A Summer's Tale?
None. There is no violence or threat of violence in the film.
Is the language in A Summer's Tale appropriate for kids?
None. According to user reports, there is no profanity in the film's original French dialogue.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in A Summer's Tale?
Very mild. Characters occasionally drink beer or wine in social settings, such as at a café or restaurant, consistent with the European setting. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
What mature themes appear in A Summer's Tale?
The film's primary focus is on its mature themes. The central character's indecisiveness is explored at length, as he strings along three different women. Themes of emotional dishonesty, manipulation (whether intentional or not), and the confusing nature of…
How long is A Summer's Tale?
A Summer's Tale runs 114 minutes, directed by Éric Rohmer, released in 1996.
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