Amelia (2009) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A look at the life of legendary American pilot Amelia Earhart, who disappeared while flying over the Pacific Ocean in 1937 in an attempt to make a flight around the world.
Rated PG • 2009 • 1h 51m
This biographical film about aviator Amelia Earhart received its PG rating for scenes of peril, some sensuality, thematic elements including an extramarital affair, and frequent smoking. The film details Amelia's rise to fame, her complicated marriage, and her passionate affair, which includes kissing and implied, non-graphic sexual encounters. Several scenes depict the intense danger of early aviation, including two plane crashes and… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Amelia appropriate for kids?
This biographical film about aviator Amelia Earhart received its PG rating for scenes of peril, some sensuality, thematic elements including an extramarital affair, and frequent smoking. The film details Amelia's rise to fame, her complicated marriage, and her passionate affair… Read more — free account
Content severity in Amelia
What happens in Amelia, moment by moment
- 0:08 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:21 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:29 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
Sex and nudity in Amelia
Content includes some sensuality and adult themes. An extramarital affair is a central plot point, involving passionate kissing between Amelia and her lover. Sex is implied but never shown; for example, after a passionate embrace, a scene cuts to the next morning. In one scene, Amelia's husband caresses her bare thigh above her stocking. A woman is also briefly seen in a low-cut negligee.
Violence and gore in Amelia
Violence is moderate and related to aviation peril. There are two significant plane crashes; one results in a character being seen with a bloody cut on his forehead. Another tense scene involves a plane door flying open mid-flight, with two characters nearly falling out before pulling each other to safety. Other sequences show planes flying through dangerous storms with turbulence and lightning, creating a strong sense of danger.
Language in Amelia
Language is very infrequent. There is one use of the term "asshole." Other milder language includes a few exclamations like "hell" or "damn" scattered throughout.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Amelia
Substance use is frequent and reflects the period. Characters are often seen smoking cigarettes and pipes in social settings, offices, and cockpits. Social drinking of champagne, wine, and liquor occurs at parties and in bars. A character's past alcoholism is mentioned, and another character's drinking problem is briefly alluded to.
Mature themes in Amelia
The film explores complex adult themes. A central theme is infidelity, as Amelia engages in an extramarital affair. Other themes include the pressures of fame, ambition, and taking great personal risks to achieve one's dreams. The final act of the film builds a sustained, somber theme of impending doom and disappearance as Amelia and her navigator become hopelessly lost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Amelia appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Amelia is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG. This biographical film about aviator Amelia Earhart received its PG rating for scenes of peril, some sensuality, thematic elements including an extramarital affair, and frequent smoking. The film details Amelia's rise…
What age rating does Amelia have?
Amelia is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is Amelia about?
This biographical film about aviator Amelia Earhart received its PG rating for scenes of peril, some sensuality, thematic elements including an extramarital affair, and frequent smoking. The film details Amelia's rise to fame, her complicated marriage, and her passionate affair, which includes kissing and implied…
Is there sex or nudity in Amelia?
Content includes some sensuality and adult themes. An extramarital affair is a central plot point, involving passionate kissing between Amelia and her lover. Sex is implied but never shown; for example, after a passionate embrace, a scene cuts to the next…
How violent is Amelia?
Violence is moderate and related to aviation peril. There are two significant plane crashes; one results in a character being seen with a bloody cut on his forehead. Another tense scene involves a plane door flying open mid-flight, with two characters nearly…
Is the language in Amelia appropriate for kids?
Language is very infrequent. There is one use of the term "asshole." Other milder language includes a few exclamations like "hell" or "damn" scattered throughout.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Amelia?
Substance use is frequent and reflects the period. Characters are often seen smoking cigarettes and pipes in social settings, offices, and cockpits. Social drinking of champagne, wine, and liquor occurs at parties and in bars. A character's past alcoholism is…
What mature themes appear in Amelia?
The film explores complex adult themes. A central theme is infidelity, as Amelia engages in an extramarital affair. Other themes include the pressures of fame, ambition, and taking great personal risks to achieve one's dreams. The final act of the film builds…
How long is Amelia?
Amelia runs 111 minutes, directed by Mira Nair, released in 2009.
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