Alive Inside (2014) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Five million Americans suffer from Alzheimer's disease and dementia—many of them alone in nursing homes. A man with a simple idea discovers that songs embedded deep in memory can ease pain and awaken these fading minds. Joy and life are resuscitated, and our cultural fears over aging are confronted.
Rated PG • 2014 • 1h 14m
Alive Inside: A Story of Music and Memory is a documentary focusing on the use of music therapy to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's. The film contains no sexual content, harsh language, or substance use, and features no conventional violence. Parents should be aware that the subject matter involves the reality of aging, severe memory loss, and the decline of elderly individuals, which may… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Alive Inside appropriate for kids?
Alive Inside: A Story of Music and Memory is a documentary focusing on the use of music therapy to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's. The film contains no sexual content, harsh language, or substance use, and features no… Read more — free account
Content severity in Alive Inside
What happens in Alive Inside, moment by moment
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Sex and nudity in Alive Inside
None. There is no sexual content, nudity, or suggestive imagery throughout the documentary.
Violence and gore in Alive Inside
None. There is no physical violence or aggressive behavior depicted in the film.
Language in Alive Inside
None. The dialogue is professional, academic, and devoid of profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Alive Inside
None. There is no depiction or mention of drug or alcohol use.
Mature themes in Alive Inside
The film explores the emotional and physical realities of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Viewers see patients struggling with severe memory loss, confusion, and isolation in clinical, often sterile, nursing home environments.
Scary moments in Alive Inside
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Alive Inside 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 Alive Inside appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Alive Inside is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Alive Inside: A Story of Music and Memory is a documentary focusing on the use of music therapy to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's. The film contains no sexual content…
What age rating does Alive Inside have?
Alive Inside is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Alive Inside about?
Alive Inside: A Story of Music and Memory is a documentary focusing on the use of music therapy to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's. The film contains no sexual content, harsh language, or substance use, and features no conventional violence. Parents should be aware that…
Is there sex or nudity in Alive Inside?
None. There is no sexual content, nudity, or suggestive imagery throughout the documentary.
How violent is Alive Inside?
None. There is no physical violence or aggressive behavior depicted in the film.
Is the language in Alive Inside appropriate for kids?
None. The dialogue is professional, academic, and devoid of profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Alive Inside?
None. There is no depiction or mention of drug or alcohol use.
What mature themes appear in Alive Inside?
The film explores the emotional and physical realities of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Viewers see patients struggling with severe memory loss, confusion, and isolation in clinical, often sterile, nursing home environments.
How long is Alive Inside?
Alive Inside runs 74 minutes, directed by Michael Rossato-Bennett, released in 2014.
Where can I read the full Alive Inside parent guide?
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