A Tale of Autumn (1998) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Magali, forty-something, is a winemaker and a widow: she loves her work but feels lonely. Her friends Rosine and Isabelle both want secretly to find a husband for Magali.
Rated NR • 1998 • 1h 52m
Unrated but widely considered PG, Éric Rohmer's _A Tale of Autumn_ is a dialogue-driven French film with mature themes that will primarily appeal to older teens and adults. The film's content concerns are mild, centering on frequent scenes of adults drinking wine and mature thematic elements like loneliness, widowhood, and romantic deception. A young woman, Rosine, uses flirtation to manipulate an older man, and another character… Sign up for the full guide
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Is A Tale of Autumn appropriate for kids?
Unrated but widely considered PG, Éric Rohmer's _A Tale of Autumn_ is a dialogue-driven French film with mature themes that will primarily appeal to older teens and adults. The film's content concerns are mild, centering on frequent scenes of adults drinking wine and mature… Read more — free account
Content severity in A Tale of Autumn
What happens in A Tale of Autumn, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:22 🍷 Substances 2/10
Sex and nudity in A Tale of Autumn
Sexual content is very mild and pertains to manipulation rather than romance or passion. A young college student, Rosine, intentionally flirts with her older professor, Etienne, to set him up with her lonely, middle-aged friend. Their interactions involve suggestive conversation, but there is no nudity or sexual activity.
Violence and gore in A Tale of Autumn
No violence or gore is present in the film. The most intense scene is a heated verbal argument between two characters late in the film, but it does not involve any physical threats or actions.
Language in A Tale of Autumn
No profanity is used in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in A Tale of Autumn
As the main character is a winemaker, the consumption of wine is frequent and normalized throughout the film. Characters are often seen drinking wine at meals, during conversations, and at a wedding party. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
Mature themes in A Tale of Autumn
The film explores mature themes of loneliness and the desire for companionship in middle age. It also deals heavily with deception, as two friends secretly arrange dates for their widowed friend Magali without her knowledge. Themes of misunderstanding, betrayal, and reconciliation are central to the film's emotional core.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Tale of Autumn appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests A Tale of Autumn is best for ages 12+. It's rated NR. Unrated but widely considered PG, Éric Rohmer's _A Tale of Autumn_ is a dialogue-driven French film with mature themes that will primarily appeal to older teens and adults. The film's content concerns are mild…
What age rating does A Tale of Autumn have?
A Tale of Autumn is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is A Tale of Autumn about?
Unrated but widely considered PG, Éric Rohmer's _A Tale of Autumn_ is a dialogue-driven French film with mature themes that will primarily appeal to older teens and adults. The film's content concerns are mild, centering on frequent scenes of adults drinking wine and mature thematic elements like loneliness…
Is there sex or nudity in A Tale of Autumn?
Sexual content is very mild and pertains to manipulation rather than romance or passion. A young college student, Rosine, intentionally flirts with her older professor, Etienne, to set him up with her lonely, middle-aged friend. Their interactions involve…
How violent is A Tale of Autumn?
No violence or gore is present in the film. The most intense scene is a heated verbal argument between two characters late in the film, but it does not involve any physical threats or actions.
Is the language in A Tale of Autumn appropriate for kids?
No profanity is used in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in A Tale of Autumn?
As the main character is a winemaker, the consumption of wine is frequent and normalized throughout the film. Characters are often seen drinking wine at meals, during conversations, and at a wedding party. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance…
What mature themes appear in A Tale of Autumn?
The film explores mature themes of loneliness and the desire for companionship in middle age. It also deals heavily with deception, as two friends secretly arrange dates for their widowed friend Magali without her knowledge. Themes of misunderstanding…
How long is A Tale of Autumn?
A Tale of Autumn runs 112 minutes, directed by Éric Rohmer, released in 1998.
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