Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
An original story featuring performances by Cirque du Soleil. A young woman is entranced by an Aerialist. When they fall into the dreamlike world of Cirque du Soleil and are separated, they travel through the different tent worlds trying to find each other.
Rated PG • 2012 • 1h 31m
Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away is a visual spectacle that weaves a simple love story through a series of stunning acrobatics and performances. The film's PG rating is for "some dramatic images and mild sensuality," which primarily refers to the inherent peril of the high-flying stunts and some stylized stage combat. Early in the film, the main character, the Aerialist, takes a dramatic fall that could be startling. While there is no… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away appropriate for kids?
Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away is a visual spectacle that weaves a simple love story through a series of stunning acrobatics and performances. The film's PG rating is for "some dramatic images and mild sensuality," which primarily refers to the inherent peril of the high-flying… Read more — free account
Content severity in Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away
What happens in Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away, moment by moment
- 0:06 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:26 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
Sex and nudity in Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away
Content is limited to mild sensuality. Performers wear the form-fitting leotards and costumes typical of gymnasts and acrobats, which reveal athletic body shapes but no nudity. The MPAA rating's mention of "mild sensuality" likely refers to the romantic aerial duet between Mia and the Aerialist, which is expressive and dance-like. One water-based sequence features performers in outfits resembling swimwear.
Violence and gore in Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away
Violence is stylized and present in only a few sequences based on the "Kà" show. One scene features performers engaging in martial arts-style choreography on a large, vertical stage. In another, characters are shot at with flaming arrows, which they block with shields; no one is shown being hit or injured. The film's intensity comes from the perceived danger of the stunts, not from characters harming each other.
Language in Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away
None. The film has virtually no dialogue and, as such, contains no profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away
None. There is no depiction of alcohol, drugs, or smoking.
Mature themes in Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away
The primary themes are romantic love and the quest to find a missing person in a strange, dreamlike world. A recurring theme is the real-life peril of performance art, highlighted by the Aerialist's fall and several high-risk acrobatic sequences. The film explores feelings of wonder, disorientation, and perseverance as Mia navigates the various circus worlds.
Scary moments in Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away 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 Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away is a visual spectacle that weaves a simple love story through a series of stunning acrobatics and performances. The film's PG rating is for "some dramatic images and mild sensuality," which…
What age rating does Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away have?
Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away about?
Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away is a visual spectacle that weaves a simple love story through a series of stunning acrobatics and performances. The film's PG rating is for "some dramatic images and mild sensuality," which primarily refers to the inherent peril of the high-flying stunts and some stylized stage combat…
Is there sex or nudity in Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away?
Content is limited to mild sensuality. Performers wear the form-fitting leotards and costumes typical of gymnasts and acrobats, which reveal athletic body shapes but no nudity. The MPAA rating's mention of "mild sensuality" likely refers to the romantic…
How violent is Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away?
Violence is stylized and present in only a few sequences based on the "Kà" show. One scene features performers engaging in martial arts-style choreography on a large, vertical stage. In another, characters are shot at with flaming arrows, which they block…
Is the language in Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away appropriate for kids?
None. The film has virtually no dialogue and, as such, contains no profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away?
None. There is no depiction of alcohol, drugs, or smoking.
What mature themes appear in Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away?
The primary themes are romantic love and the quest to find a missing person in a strange, dreamlike world. A recurring theme is the real-life peril of performance art, highlighted by the Aerialist's fall and several high-risk acrobatic sequences. The film…
How long is Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away?
Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away runs 91 minutes, directed by Andrew Adamson, released in 2012.
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