A Week Away (2021) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Troubled teen Will Hawkins has a run-in with the law that puts him at an important crossroad: go to juvenile detention or attend a Christian summer camp. At first a fish-out-of-water, Will opens his heart, discovers love with a camp regular, and sense of belonging in the last place he expected to find it.
Rated NR • 2021 • 1h 35m
A musical set at a Christian summer camp, "A Week Away" is a gentle teen romance with a TV-PG sensibility. The film's rating is primarily due to mature thematic elements, as protagonist Will Hawkins is a troubled orphan with a minor criminal past who has been through the foster care system. Content is otherwise very mild, featuring brief, non-injurious camp violence (paintball, dodgeball) and a single chaste kiss. There is no profanity… Sign up for the full guide
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Is A Week Away appropriate for kids?
A musical set at a Christian summer camp, "A Week Away" is a gentle teen romance with a TV-PG sensibility. The film's rating is primarily due to mature thematic elements, as protagonist Will Hawkins is a troubled orphan with a minor criminal past who has been through the foster… Read more — free account
Content severity in A Week Away
What happens in A Week Away, moment by moment
- 0:02 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:28 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
Sex and nudity in A Week Away
A single, brief kiss is shared between two teenage characters. The moment is dimly lit, with the characters shown in silhouette.
Violence and gore in A Week Away
Violence is very mild and confined to supervised camp activities. One scene features a paintball battle where all participants wear protective gear and no one is hurt. In another scene, a girl is hit in the face with a rubber ball during a dodgeball game; she is shown briefly with a reddened eye and an ice pack.
Language in A Week Away
None. There is no profanity in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in A Week Away
None. There is no depiction of alcohol, tobacco, or drug use.
Mature themes in A Week Away
The film's main themes may be emotionally intense for some younger viewers. The protagonist is an orphan who has been shuffled through the foster care system, and he begins the film by stealing a car, facing juvenile detention. Themes of abandonment, lying to fit in, and navigating a troubled past are central. A character also briefly mentions the death of a friend. One scene involves a loud argument where a character's raised voice startles another.
Scary moments in A Week Away
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for A Week Away 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 Week Away appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests A Week Away is best for ages 8+. It's rated NR. A musical set at a Christian summer camp, "A Week Away" is a gentle teen romance with a TV-PG sensibility. The film's rating is primarily due to mature thematic elements, as protagonist Will Hawkins is a troubled orphan…
What age rating does A Week Away have?
A Week Away is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is A Week Away about?
A musical set at a Christian summer camp, "A Week Away" is a gentle teen romance with a TV-PG sensibility. The film's rating is primarily due to mature thematic elements, as protagonist Will Hawkins is a troubled orphan with a minor criminal past who has been through the foster care system. Content is otherwise very…
Is there sex or nudity in A Week Away?
A single, brief kiss is shared between two teenage characters. The moment is dimly lit, with the characters shown in silhouette.
How violent is A Week Away?
Violence is very mild and confined to supervised camp activities. One scene features a paintball battle where all participants wear protective gear and no one is hurt. In another scene, a girl is hit in the face with a rubber ball during a dodgeball game; she…
Is the language in A Week Away appropriate for kids?
None. There is no profanity in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in A Week Away?
None. There is no depiction of alcohol, tobacco, or drug use.
What mature themes appear in A Week Away?
The film's main themes may be emotionally intense for some younger viewers. The protagonist is an orphan who has been shuffled through the foster care system, and he begins the film by stealing a car, facing juvenile detention. Themes of abandonment, lying to…
How long is A Week Away?
A Week Away runs 95 minutes, directed by Roman White, released in 2021.
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