Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul (2005) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
German musician Alexander Hacke explores Istanbul's rich music culture and attempts to create a portrait of Turkey through music genres. On this journey, he encounters a mosaic that covers countless genres from rock to arabesque, electronic to hip-hop.
Rated NR • 2005 • 1h 30m
Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul is a documentary exploring the diverse music scene of the titular city, guided by German musician Alexander Hacke. The film is unrated but its content is generally mild, primarily featuring musical performances and interviews. Parents should be aware of infrequent mild profanity, such as 'bullshit' and 'asshole'. There are also passing references to drug culture, and characters may be seen… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul appropriate for kids?
Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul is a documentary exploring the diverse music scene of the titular city, guided by German musician Alexander Hacke. The film is unrated but its content is generally mild, primarily featuring musical performances and interviews. Parents… Read more — free account
Content severity in Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul
What happens in Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul, moment by moment
- 0:12 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:25 💬 Language 3/10
- 0:38 🍷 Substances 2/10
Sex and nudity in Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul
No sexual content or nudity is present in this film.
Violence and gore in Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul
This documentary contains no violence or gore.
Language in Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul
Language is infrequent and mild. The words 'bullshit' and 'asshole' are used a couple of times during interviews.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul
Substance use is mild. Characters are occasionally seen smoking cigarettes or drinking alcohol in social settings like bars or performance venues. There are also some brief, passing verbal references to drug culture.
Mature themes in Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul
The film focuses on musical and cultural identity. Some musicians briefly touch upon the political and social commentary within their work, but these discussions are not detailed or intense.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul is best for ages 12+. It's rated NR. Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul is a documentary exploring the diverse music scene of the titular city, guided by German musician Alexander Hacke. The film is unrated but its content is generally mild…
What age rating does Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul have?
Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul about?
Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul is a documentary exploring the diverse music scene of the titular city, guided by German musician Alexander Hacke. The film is unrated but its content is generally mild, primarily featuring musical performances and interviews. Parents should be aware of infrequent mild…
Is there sex or nudity in Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul?
No sexual content or nudity is present in this film.
How violent is Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul?
This documentary contains no violence or gore.
Is the language in Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent and mild. The words 'bullshit' and 'asshole' are used a couple of times during interviews.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul?
Substance use is mild. Characters are occasionally seen smoking cigarettes or drinking alcohol in social settings like bars or performance venues. There are also some brief, passing verbal references to drug culture.
What mature themes appear in Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul?
The film focuses on musical and cultural identity. Some musicians briefly touch upon the political and social commentary within their work, but these discussions are not detailed or intense.
How long is Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul?
Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul runs 90 minutes, directed by Fatih Akin, released in 2005.
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