A World Without Thieves (2004) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A con-team couple head west after taking a city businessman for his BMW. But an encounter with a naive young carpenter traveling home with his life savings challenges their fate as thieves.
Rated NR • 2004 • 1h 53m
A World Without Thieves is a Chinese crime drama about a pair of con artists, Wang Bo and Wang Li, whose plan for one last score is upended when they encounter a naive young man named Sha Gen on a train. The film received its various international ratings primarily for its themes of crime and redemption, moderate violence, and the emotional impact of a major character's death. While not graphically depicted, the violence includes… Sign up for the full guide
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Is A World Without Thieves appropriate for kids?
A World Without Thieves is a Chinese crime drama about a pair of con artists, Wang Bo and Wang Li, whose plan for one last score is upended when they encounter a naive young man named Sha Gen on a train. The film received its various international ratings primarily for its… Read more — free account
Content severity in A World Without Thieves
What happens in A World Without Thieves, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:21 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in A World Without Thieves
A central couple are lovers, and the woman's pregnancy is a major plot point that drives their motivations. Their relationship is shown through affection and discussion, but there are no sex scenes or nudity. One scene may contain a brief, non-passionate kiss.
Violence and gore in A World Without Thieves
Violence is moderate and plot-driven. Most of it involves tension and slick thievery rather than outright brutality. There are scenes of threat, including one where a character holds a razor blade. The climax features a sustained and intense hand-to-hand fight between two characters that results in one being seriously injured and ultimately dying from his wounds, though the death itself is not particularly graphic.
Language in A World Without Thieves
Infrequent mild language is present. Characters may use expletives equivalent to 'hell' or 'damn' during tense confrontations or arguments, but profanity is not a focus of the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in A World Without Thieves
There are a few scenes of incidental substance use. Characters are shown drinking alcohol socially in the train's dining car, and some characters may be seen smoking cigarettes, particularly during moments of stress or contemplation.
Mature themes in A World Without Thieves
The film explores strong themes of moral ambiguity, sacrifice, and redemption. The central conflict revolves around whether to protect an innocent's worldview or exploit it. A major character dies in an act of self-sacrifice, which is an emotionally impactful moment. The film also deals with themes of pregnancy and the desire to build a better life for a child.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A World Without Thieves appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests A World Without Thieves is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. A World Without Thieves is a Chinese crime drama about a pair of con artists, Wang Bo and Wang Li, whose plan for one last score is upended when they encounter a naive young man named Sha Gen on a train. The film…
What age rating does A World Without Thieves have?
A World Without Thieves is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is A World Without Thieves about?
A World Without Thieves is a Chinese crime drama about a pair of con artists, Wang Bo and Wang Li, whose plan for one last score is upended when they encounter a naive young man named Sha Gen on a train. The film received its various international ratings primarily for its themes of crime and redemption, moderate…
Is there sex or nudity in A World Without Thieves?
A central couple are lovers, and the woman's pregnancy is a major plot point that drives their motivations. Their relationship is shown through affection and discussion, but there are no sex scenes or nudity. One scene may contain a brief, non-passionate kiss.
How violent is A World Without Thieves?
Violence is moderate and plot-driven. Most of it involves tension and slick thievery rather than outright brutality. There are scenes of threat, including one where a character holds a razor blade. The climax features a sustained and intense hand-to-hand…
Is the language in A World Without Thieves appropriate for kids?
Infrequent mild language is present. Characters may use expletives equivalent to 'hell' or 'damn' during tense confrontations or arguments, but profanity is not a focus of the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in A World Without Thieves?
There are a few scenes of incidental substance use. Characters are shown drinking alcohol socially in the train's dining car, and some characters may be seen smoking cigarettes, particularly during moments of stress or contemplation.
What mature themes appear in A World Without Thieves?
The film explores strong themes of moral ambiguity, sacrifice, and redemption. The central conflict revolves around whether to protect an innocent's worldview or exploit it. A major character dies in an act of self-sacrifice, which is an emotionally impactful…
How long is A World Without Thieves?
A World Without Thieves runs 113 minutes, directed by Feng Xiaogang, released in 2004.
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