Che: Part One (2008) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Ernesto Guevara, known as 'Che', leads a group of Cuban exiles under Fidel Castro in a revolution to overthrow Fulgencio Batista, the dictator of Cuba.
Rated NR • 2008 • 2h 14m
Che: Part One chronicles the rise of Ernesto 'Che' Guevara and Fidel Castro as they lead a revolutionary movement to overthrow the Batista regime in Cuba. The film depicts the realities of guerrilla warfare, including combat, death, and political unrest, through a gritty, documentarian lens. Parents should be aware of frequent harsh profanity, scenes of armed conflict, and mentions or threats of sexual violence. This film is intended… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Che: Part One appropriate for kids?
Che: Part One chronicles the rise of Ernesto 'Che' Guevara and Fidel Castro as they lead a revolutionary movement to overthrow the Batista regime in Cuba. The film depicts the realities of guerrilla warfare, including combat, death, and political unrest, through a gritty… Read more — free account
Content severity in Che: Part One
What happens in Che: Part One, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:15 🍷 Substances 2/10
Sex and nudity in Che: Part One
There are brief, non-graphic allusions to sexual violence, including a scene where a woman is forcibly dragged away by armed men under the threat of rape, and dialogue mentioning a character having raped someone's daughter.
Violence and gore in Che: Part One
The film contains moderate, realistic depictions of guerrilla warfare. This includes exchanges of gunfire, explosions, the use of mortars, and scenes where individuals are shown bleeding after being shot in combat. A briefly disturbing shot depicts an animal carcass hanging from a tree with its abdomen opened.
Language in Che: Part One
Profanity is pervasive throughout the film, including multiple uses of 'fuck', 'motherfucker', 'shit', 'bastard', 'asshole', and 'dickhead'. Other slurs and insults are used to describe individuals within the context of the political conflict.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Che: Part One
Substance use is present but limited to a realistic historical context, featuring characters smoking frequently and a scene where a character is offered rum.
Mature themes in Che: Part One
The film explores mature, complex themes surrounding revolutionary politics, civil war, ideological indoctrination, and the human cost of armed insurrection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Che: Part One appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Che: Part One is best for ages 15+. It's rated NR. Che: Part One chronicles the rise of Ernesto 'Che' Guevara and Fidel Castro as they lead a revolutionary movement to overthrow the Batista regime in Cuba. The film depicts the realities of guerrilla warfare, including…
What age rating does Che: Part One have?
Che: Part One is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.
What is Che: Part One about?
Che: Part One chronicles the rise of Ernesto 'Che' Guevara and Fidel Castro as they lead a revolutionary movement to overthrow the Batista regime in Cuba. The film depicts the realities of guerrilla warfare, including combat, death, and political unrest, through a gritty, documentarian lens. Parents should be aware of…
Is there sex or nudity in Che: Part One?
There are brief, non-graphic allusions to sexual violence, including a scene where a woman is forcibly dragged away by armed men under the threat of rape, and dialogue mentioning a character having raped someone's daughter.
How violent is Che: Part One?
The film contains moderate, realistic depictions of guerrilla warfare. This includes exchanges of gunfire, explosions, the use of mortars, and scenes where individuals are shown bleeding after being shot in combat. A briefly disturbing shot depicts an animal…
Is the language in Che: Part One appropriate for kids?
Profanity is pervasive throughout the film, including multiple uses of 'fuck', 'motherfucker', 'shit', 'bastard', 'asshole', and 'dickhead'. Other slurs and insults are used to describe individuals within the context of the political conflict.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Che: Part One?
Substance use is present but limited to a realistic historical context, featuring characters smoking frequently and a scene where a character is offered rum.
What mature themes appear in Che: Part One?
The film explores mature, complex themes surrounding revolutionary politics, civil war, ideological indoctrination, and the human cost of armed insurrection.
How long is Che: Part One?
Che: Part One runs 134 minutes, directed by Steven Soderbergh, released in 2008.
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