A World Apart (2024) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Elementary school teacher Michele Cortese is about to start a whole new life. After 40 years of teaching in the metropolitan Roman jungle, he had to move to a village in Central Italy, to teach in a tiny school with just a few children aged 7-10. Struggling to overcome his urban inadequacy, he finds a friendly face in vice-principal Agnese and gradually manages to fit in, thanks to her and their spirited pupils. As everything seems to be falling into place, unwelcome news comes through: the school has failed to meet its student quota… Sign up for the full guide
Rated M • 2024 • 1h 53m
A World Apart is a comedic drama about Michele, a teacher from Rome who is transferred to a tiny, isolated mountain school on the verge of closure. While unrated in the US, international ratings suggest content suitable for pre-teens and older. The film's primary concerns for parents are its mature themes, including the potential loss of a community's heart, career dissatisfaction, and culture clash. Expect occasional mild language and… Sign up for the full guide
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Is A World Apart appropriate for kids?
A World Apart is a comedic drama about Michele, a teacher from Rome who is transferred to a tiny, isolated mountain school on the verge of closure. While unrated in the US, international ratings suggest content suitable for pre-teens and older. The film's primary concerns for… Read more — free account
Content severity in A World Apart
What happens in A World Apart, moment by moment
- 0:07 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:15 💬 Language 2/10
- 0:26 🍷 Substances 2/10
Sex and nudity in A World Apart
No sexual content, nudity, or innuendo is present in the film.
Violence and gore in A World Apart
Violence is very minimal and comedic in tone. A character has a brief, startling but ultimately harmless encounter with a wild bear. There are also moments of minor slapstick, such as characters stumbling or falling in the unfamiliar mountain environment, but these scenes are played for laughs and result in no injury.
Language in A World Apart
Occasional mild language is used. Characters express frustration with expletives equivalent to "hell," "damn," or "crap," particularly during moments of stress or in heated discussions about the school's future. The language is infrequent and not severe.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in A World Apart
Substance use is limited to social drinking by adults. Characters are frequently shown drinking wine with meals or sharing a drink together in the evenings. There is no depiction of drunkenness, abuse, or underage drinking.
Mature themes in A World Apart
The film's core deals with mature themes. The central conflict is the impending closure of the town's only school, which serves as a powerful metaphor for the decline of rural communities and the loss of cultural identity. It explores themes of isolation, finding a new sense of purpose, culture clash between city and country life, and the power of community action. The emotional distress of both the children and adults over the school's fate is a recurring element.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A World Apart appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests A World Apart is best for ages 12+. It's rated M. A World Apart is a comedic drama about Michele, a teacher from Rome who is transferred to a tiny, isolated mountain school on the verge of closure. While unrated in the US, international ratings suggest content suitable…
What age rating does A World Apart have?
A World Apart is officially rated M. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is A World Apart about?
A World Apart is a comedic drama about Michele, a teacher from Rome who is transferred to a tiny, isolated mountain school on the verge of closure. While unrated in the US, international ratings suggest content suitable for pre-teens and older. The film's primary concerns for parents are its mature themes, including…
Is there sex or nudity in A World Apart?
No sexual content, nudity, or innuendo is present in the film.
How violent is A World Apart?
Violence is very minimal and comedic in tone. A character has a brief, startling but ultimately harmless encounter with a wild bear. There are also moments of minor slapstick, such as characters stumbling or falling in the unfamiliar mountain environment, but…
Is the language in A World Apart appropriate for kids?
Occasional mild language is used. Characters express frustration with expletives equivalent to "hell," "damn," or "crap," particularly during moments of stress or in heated discussions about the school's future. The language is infrequent and not severe.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in A World Apart?
Substance use is limited to social drinking by adults. Characters are frequently shown drinking wine with meals or sharing a drink together in the evenings. There is no depiction of drunkenness, abuse, or underage drinking.
What mature themes appear in A World Apart?
The film's core deals with mature themes. The central conflict is the impending closure of the town's only school, which serves as a powerful metaphor for the decline of rural communities and the loss of cultural identity. It explores themes of isolation…
How long is A World Apart?
A World Apart runs 113 minutes, directed by Riccardo Milani, released in 2024.
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