An Inconvenient Truth (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A documentary on Al Gore's campaign to make the issue of global warming a recognized problem worldwide.
Rated PG • 2006 • 1h 36m
Al Gore's documentary presentation on climate change. The PG rating is appropriate — this is entirely family-friendly content. The subject matter (climate catastrophe) may be anxiety-inducing for sensitive children, but the film's intent is to motivate action rather than induce despair. Won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.
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Is An Inconvenient Truth appropriate for kids?
Al Gore's documentary presentation on climate change. The PG rating is appropriate — this is entirely family-friendly content. The subject matter (climate catastrophe) may be anxiety-inducing for sensitive children, but the film's intent is to motivate action rather than induce… Read more — free account
Content severity in An Inconvenient Truth
What happens in An Inconvenient Truth, moment by moment
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Sex and nudity in An Inconvenient Truth
There is no sexual content or nudity presented in this documentary. As an educational film focused on environmental science and public policy, the material remains entirely appropriate for all ages in this regard.
Violence and gore in An Inconvenient Truth
None. Images of natural disasters and their aftermath — flooding, drought, wildfires — presented as evidence.
Language in An Inconvenient Truth
The film contains very mild language consistent with its PG rating, such as a single use of 'hell' or 'damn' in a rhetorical context. The dialogue consists primarily of academic lecturing and political discourse, avoiding any harsh profanity or offensive slurs.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in An Inconvenient Truth
There is no usage of alcohol, illegal drugs, or tobacco products depicted in the film. The presentation focuses strictly on climate data and global environmental trends, containing no content related to substance abuse.
Mature themes in An Inconvenient Truth
Climate change and its existential threat to human civilisation — presented with scientific evidence. The political resistance to acting on climate data. The film's information is presented by a politician, which raises useful questions about the intersection of science and advocacy.
Scary moments in An Inconvenient Truth
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for An Inconvenient Truth 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 An Inconvenient Truth appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests An Inconvenient Truth is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Al Gore's documentary presentation on climate change. The PG rating is appropriate — this is entirely family-friendly content. The subject matter (climate catastrophe) may be anxiety-inducing for sensitive children, but…
What age rating does An Inconvenient Truth have?
An Inconvenient Truth is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is An Inconvenient Truth about?
Al Gore's documentary presentation on climate change. The PG rating is appropriate — this is entirely family-friendly content. The subject matter (climate catastrophe) may be anxiety-inducing for sensitive children, but the film's intent is to motivate action rather than induce despair. Won the Academy Award for Best…
Is there sex or nudity in An Inconvenient Truth?
There is no sexual content or nudity presented in this documentary. As an educational film focused on environmental science and public policy, the material remains entirely appropriate for all ages in this regard.
How violent is An Inconvenient Truth?
None. Images of natural disasters and their aftermath — flooding, drought, wildfires — presented as evidence.
Is the language in An Inconvenient Truth appropriate for kids?
The film contains very mild language consistent with its PG rating, such as a single use of 'hell' or 'damn' in a rhetorical context. The dialogue consists primarily of academic lecturing and political discourse, avoiding any harsh profanity or offensive…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in An Inconvenient Truth?
There is no usage of alcohol, illegal drugs, or tobacco products depicted in the film. The presentation focuses strictly on climate data and global environmental trends, containing no content related to substance abuse.
What mature themes appear in An Inconvenient Truth?
Climate change and its existential threat to human civilisation — presented with scientific evidence. The political resistance to acting on climate data. The film's information is presented by a politician, which raises useful questions about the intersection…
How long is An Inconvenient Truth?
An Inconvenient Truth runs 96 minutes, directed by Davis Guggenheim, released in 2006.
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