Crush (2022) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When an aspiring young artist is forced to join her high school track team, she uses it as an opportunity to pursue the girl she's been harboring a long-time crush on. But she soon finds herself falling for an unexpected teammate and discovers what real love feels like.
Rated 16 • 2022 • 1h 33m
Crush is a lighthearted, modern coming-of-age story that follows Paige Evans, an aspiring artist navigating high school, unrequited love, and an anonymous graffiti mystery. The film features several scenes of teenage intimacy, including kisses and implied sexual activity, alongside mild profanity and references to substances. It is intended for a teen audience and is best suited for older adolescents capable of handling themes of… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Crush appropriate for kids?
Crush is a lighthearted, modern coming-of-age story that follows Paige Evans, an aspiring artist navigating high school, unrequited love, and an anonymous graffiti mystery. The film features several scenes of teenage intimacy, including kisses and implied sexual activity… Read more — free account
Content severity in Crush
What happens in Crush, moment by moment
- 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:15 💬 Language 2/10
- 0:32 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
Sex and nudity in Crush
The film contains several scenes of teenage romance, including romantic kisses and characters making out under bed covers, with implied sexual encounters occurring off-screen. There is a brief, awkward mention of a sex toy by a parent, though it is not explicit. The focus remains on romantic exploration and relationship development typical of the genre.
Violence and gore in Crush
None. The physical interactions are limited to standard athletic activities like track running and playful, non-violent social interactions.
Language in Crush
Contains mild, incidental profanity appropriate for a high school setting, including occasional uses of words like 'hell' and 'damn' as well as colloquial teenage slang.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Crush
There is light depiction of social drinking at house parties involving high school students, consistent with common teen drama settings. No graphic or prolonged substance abuse is depicted.
Mature themes in Crush
The core themes revolve around self-discovery, the anxiety of unrequited crushes, the pressures of school performance, and navigating evolving romantic relationships. The film emphasizes the challenges of being honest about one's identity and artistic voice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Crush appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Crush is best for ages 14+. It's rated 16. Crush is a lighthearted, modern coming-of-age story that follows Paige Evans, an aspiring artist navigating high school, unrequited love, and an anonymous graffiti mystery. The film features several scenes of teenage…
What age rating does Crush have?
Crush is officially rated 16. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 14+.
What is Crush about?
Crush is a lighthearted, modern coming-of-age story that follows Paige Evans, an aspiring artist navigating high school, unrequited love, and an anonymous graffiti mystery. The film features several scenes of teenage intimacy, including kisses and implied sexual activity, alongside mild profanity and references to…
Is there sex or nudity in Crush?
The film contains several scenes of teenage romance, including romantic kisses and characters making out under bed covers, with implied sexual encounters occurring off-screen. There is a brief, awkward mention of a sex toy by a parent, though it is not…
How violent is Crush?
None. The physical interactions are limited to standard athletic activities like track running and playful, non-violent social interactions.
Is the language in Crush appropriate for kids?
Contains mild, incidental profanity appropriate for a high school setting, including occasional uses of words like 'hell' and 'damn' as well as colloquial teenage slang.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Crush?
There is light depiction of social drinking at house parties involving high school students, consistent with common teen drama settings. No graphic or prolonged substance abuse is depicted.
What mature themes appear in Crush?
The core themes revolve around self-discovery, the anxiety of unrequited crushes, the pressures of school performance, and navigating evolving romantic relationships. The film emphasizes the challenges of being honest about one's identity and artistic voice.
How long is Crush?
Crush runs 93 minutes, directed by Sammi Cohen, released in 2022.
Where can I read the full Crush parent guide?
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