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All That Glitters (2010) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Best friends Ely and Lila share everything together, including their dream of a life beyond the Paris suburb they've lived in since childhood. One night they venture into the capital and meet a pair of wealthy young friends at a night club. Ashamed of their working-class background, and seeing an opportunity to escape, Ely and Lila begin to lie their way into this glamorous new world. Falling deeper into their web of lies, the young women begin to lose sight of themselves as their friendship is pushed to the limit.

Rated NR • 2010 • 1h 40m

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In the French comedy-drama All That Glitters, best friends Ely and Lila attempt to climb the social ladder in Paris by fabricating elaborate lies about their working-class roots. While the film is a lighthearted exploration of friendship and class aspirations, it contains moments of social tension, occasional coarse language, and scenes involving alcohol consumption in club environments. The story focuses on the emotional fallout of… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Leïla Bekhti
Leïla Bekhti
Géraldine Nakache
Géraldine Nakache
Audrey Lamy
Audrey Lamy
Virginie Ledoyen
Virginie Ledoyen
Linh-Dan Pham
Linh-Dan Pham
Simon Buret
Simon Buret
Daniel Cohen
Daniel Cohen
Manu Payet
Manu Payet
Fejria Deliba
Fejria Deliba
Alexandre Castagnetti
Alexandre Castagnetti
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Clément Marchand
Nader Boussandel
Nader Boussandel
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Is All That Glitters appropriate for kids?

In the French comedy-drama All That Glitters, best friends Ely and Lila attempt to climb the social ladder in Paris by fabricating elaborate lies about their working-class roots. While the film is a lighthearted exploration of friendship and class aspirations, it contains… Read more — free account

Content severity in All That Glitters

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence Mild 2/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances Moderate 3/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in All That Glitters, moment by moment

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  2. 0:22 💬 Language 2/10
  3. 0:35 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
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Sex and nudity in All That Glitters

The film features light social innuendo and portrays romantic relationships, including a same-sex couple, but remains grounded in character drama without explicit depictions.

Violence and gore in All That Glitters

Physical conflict is brief and minimal, limited to emotional arguments and one or two moments of minor slapstick-style physical friction between characters.

Language in All That Glitters

Occasional use of mild profanity and colloquial insults occurs, fitting the realistic urban setting of the characters' lives.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in All That Glitters

Social drinking is a recurring element, as many scenes take place in bars, nightclubs, and parties where characters are shown consuming wine and cocktails.

Mature themes in All That Glitters

The narrative centers on class prejudice, the pressures of social climbing, dishonesty, and the fragile nature of long-term friendship.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is All That Glitters appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests All That Glitters is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. In the French comedy-drama All That Glitters, best friends Ely and Lila attempt to climb the social ladder in Paris by fabricating elaborate lies about their working-class roots. While the film is a lighthearted…

What age rating does All That Glitters have?

All That Glitters is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is All That Glitters about?

In the French comedy-drama All That Glitters, best friends Ely and Lila attempt to climb the social ladder in Paris by fabricating elaborate lies about their working-class roots. While the film is a lighthearted exploration of friendship and class aspirations, it contains moments of social tension, occasional coarse…

Is there sex or nudity in All That Glitters?

The film features light social innuendo and portrays romantic relationships, including a same-sex couple, but remains grounded in character drama without explicit depictions.

How violent is All That Glitters?

Physical conflict is brief and minimal, limited to emotional arguments and one or two moments of minor slapstick-style physical friction between characters.

Is the language in All That Glitters appropriate for kids?

Occasional use of mild profanity and colloquial insults occurs, fitting the realistic urban setting of the characters' lives.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in All That Glitters?

Social drinking is a recurring element, as many scenes take place in bars, nightclubs, and parties where characters are shown consuming wine and cocktails.

What mature themes appear in All That Glitters?

The narrative centers on class prejudice, the pressures of social climbing, dishonesty, and the fragile nature of long-term friendship.

How long is All That Glitters?

All That Glitters runs 100 minutes, directed by Hervé Mimran, Géraldine Nakache, released in 2010.

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