Crystal Inferno (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Disaster hits when two teenagers are caught in a fire on the 20th floor of a skyscraper. Their parents are on the 60th. Will they survive the flames?
Rated NR • 2017 • 1h 30m
Crystal Inferno is an unrated disaster movie with content typical of a PG-13 film. The plot centers on two teenagers, Anne and Ben, trapped in a burning skyscraper, creating a tone of sustained peril and intensity. The film's rating is driven by disaster violence, including several on-screen deaths: a woman is murdered by being pushed down an elevator shaft, and workers are shown being burned to death in an explosion. Language includes… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Crystal Inferno appropriate for kids?
Crystal Inferno is an unrated disaster movie with content typical of a PG-13 film. The plot centers on two teenagers, Anne and Ben, trapped in a burning skyscraper, creating a tone of sustained peril and intensity. The film's rating is driven by disaster violence, including… Read more — free account
Content severity in Crystal Inferno
What happens in Crystal Inferno, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:06 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:10 🍷 Substances 1/10
Sex and nudity in Crystal Inferno
None is present. There is no nudity, innuendo, or sexual content.
Violence and gore in Crystal Inferno
Violence is moderate and primarily consists of disaster-related peril and a few deaths. In the film's opening, a safety inspector is pushed down an elevator shaft to her death. Later, an explosion engulfs two workers in flames, killing them. Other scenes involve characters in peril from fire, smoke inhalation, explosions, and the risk of falling from great heights. The violence is not gory but is intense.
Language in Crystal Inferno
Moderate profanity is used. The film includes one use of "shit" uttered in a moment of distress. Milder terms like "damn," "hell," and exclamations of "Oh my God" are also heard.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Crystal Inferno
Substance use is mild and incidental. In one early scene, characters are briefly shown drinking wine at a cafe before the main disaster unfolds.
Mature themes in Crystal Inferno
The primary themes are survival, peril, and parental fear. The plot is driven by the separation of a family during a life-threatening disaster. There is also a theme of corporate greed and malfeasance, as the fire is caused by cutting corners on safety, which is covered up by a murder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Crystal Inferno appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Crystal Inferno is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. Crystal Inferno is an unrated disaster movie with content typical of a PG-13 film. The plot centers on two teenagers, Anne and Ben, trapped in a burning skyscraper, creating a tone of sustained peril and intensity. The…
What age rating does Crystal Inferno have?
Crystal Inferno is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Crystal Inferno about?
Crystal Inferno is an unrated disaster movie with content typical of a PG-13 film. The plot centers on two teenagers, Anne and Ben, trapped in a burning skyscraper, creating a tone of sustained peril and intensity. The film's rating is driven by disaster violence, including several on-screen deaths: a woman is…
Is there sex or nudity in Crystal Inferno?
None is present. There is no nudity, innuendo, or sexual content.
How violent is Crystal Inferno?
Violence is moderate and primarily consists of disaster-related peril and a few deaths. In the film's opening, a safety inspector is pushed down an elevator shaft to her death. Later, an explosion engulfs two workers in flames, killing them. Other scenes…
Is the language in Crystal Inferno appropriate for kids?
Moderate profanity is used. The film includes one use of "shit" uttered in a moment of distress. Milder terms like "damn," "hell," and exclamations of "Oh my God" are also heard.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Crystal Inferno?
Substance use is mild and incidental. In one early scene, characters are briefly shown drinking wine at a cafe before the main disaster unfolds.
What mature themes appear in Crystal Inferno?
The primary themes are survival, peril, and parental fear. The plot is driven by the separation of a family during a life-threatening disaster. There is also a theme of corporate greed and malfeasance, as the fire is caused by cutting corners on safety, which…
How long is Crystal Inferno?
Crystal Inferno runs 90 minutes, directed by Éric Summer, released in 2017.
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