Brick Mansions (2014) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In a dystopian Detroit, grand houses that once housed the wealthy are now homes of the city's most-dangerous criminals. Surrounding the area is a giant wall to keep the rest of Detroit safe. For undercover cop Damien Collier, every day is a battle against corruption as he struggles to bring his father's killer, Tremaine, to justice. Meanwhile, Damien and an ex-con named Lino work together to save the city from a plot to destroy it.
Rated PG-13 • 2014 • 1h 30m
Brick Mansions is a high-octane action thriller set in a dystopian Detroit featuring constant martial arts, parkour stunts, and gunplay. The film follows undercover cop Damien Collier and ex-convict Lino Duppre as they navigate a dangerous containment zone to stop a criminal plot involving a nuclear weapon. Parents should be aware of frequent, stylized violence and aggressive language throughout the film. It contains depictions of drug… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Brick Mansions appropriate for kids?
Brick Mansions is a high-octane action thriller set in a dystopian Detroit featuring constant martial arts, parkour stunts, and gunplay. The film follows undercover cop Damien Collier and ex-convict Lino Duppre as they navigate a dangerous containment zone to stop a criminal… Read more — free account
Content severity in Brick Mansions
What happens in Brick Mansions, moment by moment
- 0:05 🍷 Substances 4/10
- 0:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:15 💬 Language 4/10
Sex and nudity in Brick Mansions
There is a brief instance of sexual menace when a female character, Lola, is kidnapped and held against her will by a crime lord. Additionally, a male character is shown bare-chested during a lengthy pursuit, which constitutes the extent of physical display.
Violence and gore in Brick Mansions
The film features near-constant action, including martial arts fights, parkour-based physical combat, and frequent gunplay. While the choreography is stylized and intense, the impact is sustained throughout the runtime with some blood shown during combat. The violence is frequent but generally avoids graphic gore.
Language in Brick Mansions
The dialogue contains moderate profanity throughout the theatrical cut, including several uses of 'shit', 'bitch', and 'ass'. There is one clear use of 'fuck' and two instances where the word is cut off, consistent with a standard PG-13 action film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Brick Mansions
Drug material is a central plot element, with large quantities of heroin displayed and mentioned. Gangsters are shown handling and trafficking narcotics, and there is one scene where cocaine is thrown at a character during a confrontation.
Mature themes in Brick Mansions
The story centers on systemic corruption, police brutality, and the abandonment of marginalized communities. Characters grapple with themes of betrayal, the murder of family members, and the ethical dilemmas of operating within a lawless, walled-off ghetto.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brick Mansions appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Brick Mansions is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Brick Mansions is a high-octane action thriller set in a dystopian Detroit featuring constant martial arts, parkour stunts, and gunplay. The film follows undercover cop Damien Collier and ex-convict Lino Duppre as they…
What age rating does Brick Mansions have?
Brick Mansions is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Brick Mansions about?
Brick Mansions is a high-octane action thriller set in a dystopian Detroit featuring constant martial arts, parkour stunts, and gunplay. The film follows undercover cop Damien Collier and ex-convict Lino Duppre as they navigate a dangerous containment zone to stop a criminal plot involving a nuclear weapon. Parents…
Is there sex or nudity in Brick Mansions?
There is a brief instance of sexual menace when a female character, Lola, is kidnapped and held against her will by a crime lord. Additionally, a male character is shown bare-chested during a lengthy pursuit, which constitutes the extent of physical display.
How violent is Brick Mansions?
The film features near-constant action, including martial arts fights, parkour-based physical combat, and frequent gunplay. While the choreography is stylized and intense, the impact is sustained throughout the runtime with some blood shown during combat. The…
Is the language in Brick Mansions appropriate for kids?
The dialogue contains moderate profanity throughout the theatrical cut, including several uses of 'shit', 'bitch', and 'ass'. There is one clear use of 'fuck' and two instances where the word is cut off, consistent with a standard PG-13 action film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Brick Mansions?
Drug material is a central plot element, with large quantities of heroin displayed and mentioned. Gangsters are shown handling and trafficking narcotics, and there is one scene where cocaine is thrown at a character during a confrontation.
What mature themes appear in Brick Mansions?
The story centers on systemic corruption, police brutality, and the abandonment of marginalized communities. Characters grapple with themes of betrayal, the murder of family members, and the ethical dilemmas of operating within a lawless, walled-off ghetto.
How long is Brick Mansions?
Brick Mansions runs 90 minutes, directed by Camille Delamarre, released in 2014.
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