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Borgo (2024) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Melissa is an experienced, exemplary prison guard. But a dangerous spiral is set into motion when she transfers to a Corsican jail, where she accepts help and protection from inmate Saveriu to get her bearings. Upon his release, he contacts Melissa expecting to collect.

Rated 16 • 2024 • 1h 58m

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Borgo is a French crime drama that follows Melissa, a dedicated prison officer who relocates to Corsica and becomes entangled in a dangerous web of influence involving an inmate named Saveriu. The film explores themes of institutional corruption, boundary-crossing, and the moral ambiguity inherent in the prison environment. Parents should be aware of scenes involving tense confrontations, brief flashes of coarse language, and… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Hafsia Herzi
Hafsia Herzi
Moussa Mansaly
Moussa Mansaly
Florence Loiret Caille
Florence Loiret Caille
Pablo Pauly
Pablo Pauly
Cédric Appietto
Cédric Appietto
Michel Fau
Michel Fau
Louis Memmi
Louis Memmi
Fanny Guidecoq
Fanny Guidecoq
Henri-Noël Tabary
Henri-Noël Tabary
Vincent Colombe
Vincent Colombe
Anthony Morganti
Anthony Morganti
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Thomas Muziotti
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Is Borgo appropriate for kids?

Borgo is a French crime drama that follows Melissa, a dedicated prison officer who relocates to Corsica and becomes entangled in a dangerous web of influence involving an inmate named Saveriu. The film explores themes of institutional corruption, boundary-crossing, and the moral… Read more — free account

Content severity in Borgo

Sex Mild 2/10
Violence Strong 5/10
Language Moderate 3/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Borgo, moment by moment

  1. 0:15 💬 Language 3/10
  2. 0:22 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
  3. 0:30 🍷 Substances 2/10
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Sex and nudity in Borgo

The film contains subtle, non-explicit romantic tension between characters that develops throughout the story, reflecting the power dynamics of the prison setting.

Violence and gore in Borgo

There are occasional instances of physical aggression, including scuffles between inmates and tense confrontations involving prison staff, though the film avoids graphic gore.

Language in Borgo

Some coarse language is present throughout the film, consistent with the gritty prison environment, though it is not pervasive.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Borgo

Prison-based contraband, including cigarettes and implied narcotics, is shown in the background of inmate activities.

Mature themes in Borgo

The narrative deals heavily with moral corruption, the psychological toll of incarceration, and the consequences of compromising professional ethics.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Borgo appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Borgo is best for ages 13+. It's rated 16. Borgo is a French crime drama that follows Melissa, a dedicated prison officer who relocates to Corsica and becomes entangled in a dangerous web of influence involving an inmate named Saveriu. The film explores themes…

What age rating does Borgo have?

Borgo is officially rated 16. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Borgo about?

Borgo is a French crime drama that follows Melissa, a dedicated prison officer who relocates to Corsica and becomes entangled in a dangerous web of influence involving an inmate named Saveriu. The film explores themes of institutional corruption, boundary-crossing, and the moral ambiguity inherent in the prison…

Is there sex or nudity in Borgo?

The film contains subtle, non-explicit romantic tension between characters that develops throughout the story, reflecting the power dynamics of the prison setting.

How violent is Borgo?

There are occasional instances of physical aggression, including scuffles between inmates and tense confrontations involving prison staff, though the film avoids graphic gore.

Is the language in Borgo appropriate for kids?

Some coarse language is present throughout the film, consistent with the gritty prison environment, though it is not pervasive.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Borgo?

Prison-based contraband, including cigarettes and implied narcotics, is shown in the background of inmate activities.

What mature themes appear in Borgo?

The narrative deals heavily with moral corruption, the psychological toll of incarceration, and the consequences of compromising professional ethics.

How long is Borgo?

Borgo runs 118 minutes, directed by Stéphane Demoustier, released in 2024.

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