Before the Flood (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A look at how climate change affects our environment and what society can do to prevent the demise of endangered species, ecosystems, and native communities across the planet.
Rated PG • 2016 • 1h 33m
Before the Flood is a documentary narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio that explores the environmental crisis caused by climate change. While rated PG, parents should be aware that the film contains intense imagery regarding natural disasters and global environmental destruction. There is brief suggestive imagery in classical art and very mild language throughout. It is suitable for mature pre-teens and teens who can handle serious, sobering… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Before the Flood appropriate for kids?
Before the Flood is a documentary narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio that explores the environmental crisis caused by climate change. While rated PG, parents should be aware that the film contains intense imagery regarding natural disasters and global environmental destruction. There… Read more — free account
Content severity in Before the Flood
What happens in Before the Flood, moment by moment
- 0:02 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:28 💬 Language 2/10
Sex and nudity in Before the Flood
The film includes a brief appearance of Hieronymus Bosch’s painting 'The Garden of Earthly Delights,' which contains small, stylized depictions of nude figures.
Violence and gore in Before the Flood
None. The content relies on archival footage of natural disasters and ecological collapse rather than staged physical violence.
Language in Before the Flood
Language is very mild, featuring only one or two uses of 'son of a b****' in the context of impassioned commentary.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Before the Flood
There is no substance use depicted on screen.
Mature themes in Before the Flood
The central theme is the catastrophic impact of climate change, which involves sobering discussions about potential species extinction, global political inaction, and the permanent destruction of diverse ecosystems.
Scary moments in Before the Flood
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Before the Flood 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 Before the Flood appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Before the Flood is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Before the Flood is a documentary narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio that explores the environmental crisis caused by climate change. While rated PG, parents should be aware that the film contains intense imagery regarding…
What age rating does Before the Flood have?
Before the Flood is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Before the Flood about?
Before the Flood is a documentary narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio that explores the environmental crisis caused by climate change. While rated PG, parents should be aware that the film contains intense imagery regarding natural disasters and global environmental destruction. There is brief suggestive imagery in…
Is there sex or nudity in Before the Flood?
The film includes a brief appearance of Hieronymus Bosch’s painting 'The Garden of Earthly Delights,' which contains small, stylized depictions of nude figures.
How violent is Before the Flood?
None. The content relies on archival footage of natural disasters and ecological collapse rather than staged physical violence.
Is the language in Before the Flood appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild, featuring only one or two uses of 'son of a b****' in the context of impassioned commentary.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Before the Flood?
There is no substance use depicted on screen.
What mature themes appear in Before the Flood?
The central theme is the catastrophic impact of climate change, which involves sobering discussions about potential species extinction, global political inaction, and the permanent destruction of diverse ecosystems.
How long is Before the Flood?
Before the Flood runs 93 minutes, directed by Fisher Stevens, released in 2016.
Where can I read the full Before the Flood parent guide?
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