Diary ng Panget (2014) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Diary ng Panget is best for ages 12+. It's rated NR. Diary ng Panget is a Filipino romantic comedy whose content is equivalent to a mild PG-13 rating, primarily for themes of bullying and some slapstick conflict. The story follows a poor orphaned girl, Eya, who becomes…

Diary ng Panget is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.

Diary ng Panget is a Filipino romantic comedy whose content is equivalent to a mild PG-13 rating, primarily for themes of bullying and some slapstick conflict. The story follows a poor orphaned girl, Eya, who becomes the maid for a wealthy, arrogant boy named Cross, leading to frequent arguments and eventual romance…

Content is limited to innocent teen romance. Characters develop crushes on one another, go to a school dance, and share a single, brief kiss near the end of the film. There is no sexual innuendo or nudity.

Violence is mild and presented in a comedic or melodramatic context. It largely consists of slapstick altercations between Eya and Cross, including yelling, light shoving, and moments of teen bullying and mean-spirited pranks in a high school setting. No one…

Language is very mild. The title itself, "Diary ng Panget," translates to "Diary of an Ugly Person," and this type of insult is used in the film. Other dialogue includes common teen taunts and exclamations, but no strong profanity.

None. No characters are shown drinking alcohol, smoking, or using drugs.

The primary themes involve class differences, bullying, and navigating teen friendships and romance. Eya is an orphan who faces financial hardship, and Cross's antagonistic behavior is explained as a result of the childhood loss of his mother. A subplot…

Diary ng Panget runs 110 minutes, directed by Andoy Ranay, released in 2014.

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