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All the Empty Rooms (2025) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A journalist and a photographer set out to memorialize the bedrooms left behind by children killed in school shootings.

Rated PG-13 • 2025 • 34m

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All the Empty Rooms is a brief, somber documentary focusing on the aftermath of school shootings by documenting the personal bedrooms of victims. The film deals with profoundly heavy subject matter, specifically the loss of children to gun violence and the enduring grief of their families. Because of the sensitive nature of these real-world tragedies, the documentary is intended for older students and adults rather than children. There… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

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Steve Hartman
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Meryl Hartman
BM
Bryan Muehlberger
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Gloria Cazares
JC
Javier Cazares
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Lou Bopp
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Is All the Empty Rooms appropriate for kids?

All the Empty Rooms is a brief, somber documentary focusing on the aftermath of school shootings by documenting the personal bedrooms of victims. The film deals with profoundly heavy subject matter, specifically the loss of children to gun violence and the enduring grief of… Read more — free account

Content severity in All the Empty Rooms

Sex None 0/10
Violence Moderate 3/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Strong 6/10

What happens in All the Empty Rooms, moment by moment

  1. 0:04 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
  2. 0:09 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
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Sex and nudity in All the Empty Rooms

There is no sexual content in this documentary.

Violence and gore in All the Empty Rooms

The film does not show any on-screen acts of physical violence, but it discusses the fatal consequences of gun violence in schools through interviews and the preservation of crime scenes.

Language in All the Empty Rooms

Language is limited to mature, respectful discussions about tragedy; there is no profanity or offensive language used.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in All the Empty Rooms

There is no substance use depicted in this documentary.

Mature themes in All the Empty Rooms

The central theme is the deep, life-altering grief experienced by parents after the death of their children in mass shootings. It covers the psychological impact of trauma and the importance of remembrance, which may be emotionally overwhelming for younger viewers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is All the Empty Rooms appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests All the Empty Rooms is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. All the Empty Rooms is a brief, somber documentary focusing on the aftermath of school shootings by documenting the personal bedrooms of victims. The film deals with profoundly heavy subject matter, specifically the…

What age rating does All the Empty Rooms have?

All the Empty Rooms is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is All the Empty Rooms about?

All the Empty Rooms is a brief, somber documentary focusing on the aftermath of school shootings by documenting the personal bedrooms of victims. The film deals with profoundly heavy subject matter, specifically the loss of children to gun violence and the enduring grief of their families. Because of the sensitive…

Is there sex or nudity in All the Empty Rooms?

There is no sexual content in this documentary.

How violent is All the Empty Rooms?

The film does not show any on-screen acts of physical violence, but it discusses the fatal consequences of gun violence in schools through interviews and the preservation of crime scenes.

Is the language in All the Empty Rooms appropriate for kids?

Language is limited to mature, respectful discussions about tragedy; there is no profanity or offensive language used.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in All the Empty Rooms?

There is no substance use depicted in this documentary.

What mature themes appear in All the Empty Rooms?

The central theme is the deep, life-altering grief experienced by parents after the death of their children in mass shootings. It covers the psychological impact of trauma and the importance of remembrance, which may be emotionally overwhelming for younger…

How long is All the Empty Rooms?

All the Empty Rooms runs 34 minutes, directed by Joshua Seftel, released in 2025.

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