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Antitrust (2001) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A computer programmer's dream job at a hot Portland-based firm turns nightmarish when he discovers his boss has a secret and ruthless means of dispatching anti-trust problems.

Rated PG-13 • 2001 • 1h 48m

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Antitrust is a tech thriller rated PG-13 for some violence and brief language. The film centers on programmer Milo Hoffman, who uncovers a deadly conspiracy at his new company, NURV. Its rating is driven by a recurring, non-graphic but brutal murder scene where a character is beaten to death with a baseball bat. The film also contains strong thematic material involving corporate crime, pervasive surveillance, and betrayal, one use of… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Ryan Phillippe
Ryan Phillippe
Rachael Leigh Cook
Rachael Leigh Cook
Tim Robbins
Tim Robbins
Claire Forlani
Claire Forlani
Richard Roundtree
Richard Roundtree
Tygh Runyan
Tygh Runyan
Ned Bellamy
Ned Bellamy
Tyler Labine
Tyler Labine
Yee Jee Tso
Yee Jee Tso
Nate Dushku
Nate Dushku
Douglas McFerran
Douglas McFerran
Scott Bellis
Scott Bellis
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Is Antitrust appropriate for kids?

Antitrust is a tech thriller rated PG-13 for some violence and brief language. The film centers on programmer Milo Hoffman, who uncovers a deadly conspiracy at his new company, NURV. Its rating is driven by a recurring, non-graphic but brutal murder scene where a character is… Read more — free account

Content severity in Antitrust

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence Strong 6/10
Language Strong 7/10
Substances Moderate 4/10
Themes Strong 7/10

What happens in Antitrust, moment by moment

  1. 0:12 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
  2. 0:25 💬 Language 3/10
  3. 0:30 🍷 Substances 2/10
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Sex and nudity in Antitrust

Sexual content is mild. A central couple kisses a few times. In one brief scene, a woman is seen in her bra while putting on a shirt. There is also a passing line of dialogue where a character jokes about someone digitizing his wife's face onto pornographic images.

Violence and gore in Antitrust

Violence is moderate but contains one key disturbing act that is revisited. The hero's friend is beaten to death with a baseball bat; the act is shown from the perspective of the attacker swinging the bat, but the victim and impact are not seen. Later, a character fakes a wrist-cutting injury using a fork and food coloring. There is also an explosion and some characters are held at gunpoint.

Language in Antitrust

Some profanity is used, justifying the film's rating. Language includes one use of "fucked," as well as several uses of "shit," "bullshit," and "asshole."

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Antitrust

Substance use is light. Characters are seen drinking beer, wine, and champagne in social settings like bars and parties. In one scene, a character finds a small bag of powdered drugs that have been planted in a friend's belongings.

Mature themes in Antitrust

Thematic content is strong and central to the plot. The story revolves around corporate corruption, murder for profit, and the loss of privacy through pervasive technological surveillance. Major themes include paranoia as the protagonist realizes he is constantly being watched, and profound betrayal by trusted friends and a romantic partner.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Antitrust appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Antitrust is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Antitrust is a tech thriller rated PG-13 for some violence and brief language. The film centers on programmer Milo Hoffman, who uncovers a deadly conspiracy at his new company, NURV. Its rating is driven by a recurring…

What age rating does Antitrust have?

Antitrust is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Antitrust about?

Antitrust is a tech thriller rated PG-13 for some violence and brief language. The film centers on programmer Milo Hoffman, who uncovers a deadly conspiracy at his new company, NURV. Its rating is driven by a recurring, non-graphic but brutal murder scene where a character is beaten to death with a baseball bat. The…

Is there sex or nudity in Antitrust?

Sexual content is mild. A central couple kisses a few times. In one brief scene, a woman is seen in her bra while putting on a shirt. There is also a passing line of dialogue where a character jokes about someone digitizing his wife's face onto pornographic…

How violent is Antitrust?

Violence is moderate but contains one key disturbing act that is revisited. The hero's friend is beaten to death with a baseball bat; the act is shown from the perspective of the attacker swinging the bat, but the victim and impact are not seen. Later, a…

Is the language in Antitrust appropriate for kids?

Some profanity is used, justifying the film's rating. Language includes one use of "fucked," as well as several uses of "shit," "bullshit," and "asshole."

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Antitrust?

Substance use is light. Characters are seen drinking beer, wine, and champagne in social settings like bars and parties. In one scene, a character finds a small bag of powdered drugs that have been planted in a friend's belongings.

What mature themes appear in Antitrust?

Thematic content is strong and central to the plot. The story revolves around corporate corruption, murder for profit, and the loss of privacy through pervasive technological surveillance. Major themes include paranoia as the protagonist realizes he is…

How long is Antitrust?

Antitrust runs 108 minutes, directed by Peter Howitt, released in 2001.

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