Coda (2020) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A famous pianist at the twilight of his career meets a free-spirited music critic who soon becomes his rock as his mental state deteriorates.
Rated PG-13 • 2020 • 1h 36m
This version of Coda follows an aging classical pianist, Henry Cole, as he grapples with debilitating stage fright and mental decline following the death of his wife. The film's PG-13 rating is due to its mature and intense thematic content, specifically its realistic and distressing depictions of severe anxiety attacks. While the film is entirely free of violence, sexual content, and profanity, there are a few scenes of characters… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Coda appropriate for kids?
This version of Coda follows an aging classical pianist, Henry Cole, as he grapples with debilitating stage fright and mental decline following the death of his wife. The film's PG-13 rating is due to its mature and intense thematic content, specifically its realistic and… Read more — free account
Content severity in Coda
What happens in Coda, moment by moment
- 0:04 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:05 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in Coda
None. The film contains no sexual content or nudity.
Violence and gore in Coda
None. There is no violence in the film.
Language in Coda
None. No profanity is used.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Coda
Light. The main character and his agent are occasionally seen smoking cigarettes, particularly during moments of stress. This is infrequent and not glamorized.
Mature themes in Coda
The film's central focus is on a character's severe mental health struggles. It contains strong, realistic depictions of debilitating stage fright, grief, and anxiety attacks that may be intense for some viewers. The emotional toll of aging and dealing with the loss of a loved one are the primary dramatic drivers of the story.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coda appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Coda is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. This version of Coda follows an aging classical pianist, Henry Cole, as he grapples with debilitating stage fright and mental decline following the death of his wife. The film's PG-13 rating is due to its mature and…
What age rating does Coda have?
Coda is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Coda about?
This version of Coda follows an aging classical pianist, Henry Cole, as he grapples with debilitating stage fright and mental decline following the death of his wife. The film's PG-13 rating is due to its mature and intense thematic content, specifically its realistic and distressing depictions of severe anxiety…
Is there sex or nudity in Coda?
None. The film contains no sexual content or nudity.
How violent is Coda?
None. There is no violence in the film.
Is the language in Coda appropriate for kids?
None. No profanity is used.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Coda?
Light. The main character and his agent are occasionally seen smoking cigarettes, particularly during moments of stress. This is infrequent and not glamorized.
What mature themes appear in Coda?
The film's central focus is on a character's severe mental health struggles. It contains strong, realistic depictions of debilitating stage fright, grief, and anxiety attacks that may be intense for some viewers. The emotional toll of aging and dealing with…
How long is Coda?
Coda runs 96 minutes, directed by Claude Lalonde, released in 2020.
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