Damsel (2024) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A young woman's marriage to a charming prince turns into a fierce fight for survival when she's offered up as a sacrifice to a fire-breathing dragon.
Rated PG-13 • 2024 • 1h 47m
Damsel is a dark fantasy survival film that earns its PG-13 rating primarily through intense sequences of creature violence and disturbing imagery. The story follows Elodie, a young woman betrayed by her new royal family and cast into a dragon's lair as a sacrifice. Parents should be aware of frequent depictions of fire-related deaths, impalements, and scenes involving physical suffering of both people and animals. While the film… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Damsel appropriate for kids?
Damsel is a dark fantasy survival film that earns its PG-13 rating primarily through intense sequences of creature violence and disturbing imagery. The story follows Elodie, a young woman betrayed by her new royal family and cast into a dragon's lair as a sacrifice. Parents… Read more — free account
Content severity in Damsel
What happens in Damsel, moment by moment
- 0:22 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:28 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:32 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in Damsel
There is no sexual content in the film. The main character's dress becomes torn during her survival ordeal, resulting in a shorter hemline, but this is incidental to the action.
Violence and gore in Damsel
The violence is strong and frequent, focusing on the dragon's attacks. Scenes include characters being crushed by claws, burned alive with visible melting effects, and stabbed. Animals and creatures, including horses and birds, are also shown suffering in fire-related sequences.
Language in Damsel
There is no profanity in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Damsel
There is no substance use in the film.
Mature themes in Damsel
The narrative centers on a betrayal involving the sacrifice of young women to appease a creature. It explores themes of familial duty, cold-blooded murder, and the loss of innocence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Damsel appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Damsel is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Damsel is a dark fantasy survival film that earns its PG-13 rating primarily through intense sequences of creature violence and disturbing imagery. The story follows Elodie, a young woman betrayed by her new royal…
What age rating does Damsel have?
Damsel is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Damsel about?
Damsel is a dark fantasy survival film that earns its PG-13 rating primarily through intense sequences of creature violence and disturbing imagery. The story follows Elodie, a young woman betrayed by her new royal family and cast into a dragon's lair as a sacrifice. Parents should be aware of frequent depictions of…
Is there sex or nudity in Damsel?
There is no sexual content in the film. The main character's dress becomes torn during her survival ordeal, resulting in a shorter hemline, but this is incidental to the action.
How violent is Damsel?
The violence is strong and frequent, focusing on the dragon's attacks. Scenes include characters being crushed by claws, burned alive with visible melting effects, and stabbed. Animals and creatures, including horses and birds, are also shown suffering in…
Is the language in Damsel appropriate for kids?
There is no profanity in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Damsel?
There is no substance use in the film.
What mature themes appear in Damsel?
The narrative centers on a betrayal involving the sacrifice of young women to appease a creature. It explores themes of familial duty, cold-blooded murder, and the loss of innocence.
How long is Damsel?
Damsel runs 107 minutes, directed by Juan Carlos Fresnadillo, released in 2024.
Where can I read the full Damsel parent guide?
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