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Drawing Closer (2024) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

With only a year left to live, 17-year-old Akito finds new meaning in life by bringing joy to a terminally ill girl who has just six months remaining.

Rated PG-13 • 2024 • 1h 59m

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Drawing Closer is a Japanese romantic drama that explores the profound emotional journey of two teenagers, Akito and Haruna, both facing terminal diagnoses. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for its heavy focus on end-of-life themes, terminal illness, and the grief associated with premature death. While there is no explicit sexual content or graphic violence, the story deals with medical treatments and the psychological weight of… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Ren Nagase
Ren Nagase
Natsuki Deguchi
Natsuki Deguchi
Mayuu Yokota
Mayuu Yokota
Fumino Kimura
Fumino Kimura
Nene Otsuka
Nene Otsuka
Toru Nakamura
Toru Nakamura
Yasuko Matsuyuki
Yasuko Matsuyuki
Kyoka Shibata
Kyoka Shibata
Rui Tsukishima
Rui Tsukishima
Ikuho Akiya
Ikuho Akiya
Kenji Mizuhashi
Kenji Mizuhashi
Nagisa Takano
Nagisa Takano
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Is Drawing Closer appropriate for kids?

Drawing Closer is a Japanese romantic drama that explores the profound emotional journey of two teenagers, Akito and Haruna, both facing terminal diagnoses. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for its heavy focus on end-of-life themes, terminal illness, and the grief associated… Read more — free account

Content severity in Drawing Closer

Sex None 0/10
Violence Mild 2/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Drawing Closer, moment by moment

  1. 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  2. 0:32 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  3. 0:45 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
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Sex and nudity in Drawing Closer

There is no sexual content in this film.

Violence and gore in Drawing Closer

Violence is minimal and limited to scenes depicting the physical toll of medical treatment or accidental falls. There is no aggressive or intentional violence present.

Language in Drawing Closer

Language is infrequent and mild, consisting primarily of occasional exclamations of frustration or distress appropriate for a PG-13 rating.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Drawing Closer

Substance use is not a feature of this film.

Mature themes in Drawing Closer

The film centers on terminal illness and the reality of impending death. Characters frequently discuss their medical prognoses, experience physical decline, and navigate the emotional difficulty of saying goodbye to loved ones.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drawing Closer appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Drawing Closer is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Drawing Closer is a Japanese romantic drama that explores the profound emotional journey of two teenagers, Akito and Haruna, both facing terminal diagnoses. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for its heavy focus on…

What age rating does Drawing Closer have?

Drawing Closer is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Drawing Closer about?

Drawing Closer is a Japanese romantic drama that explores the profound emotional journey of two teenagers, Akito and Haruna, both facing terminal diagnoses. The film is rated PG-13 primarily for its heavy focus on end-of-life themes, terminal illness, and the grief associated with premature death. While there is no…

Is there sex or nudity in Drawing Closer?

There is no sexual content in this film.

How violent is Drawing Closer?

Violence is minimal and limited to scenes depicting the physical toll of medical treatment or accidental falls. There is no aggressive or intentional violence present.

Is the language in Drawing Closer appropriate for kids?

Language is infrequent and mild, consisting primarily of occasional exclamations of frustration or distress appropriate for a PG-13 rating.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Drawing Closer?

Substance use is not a feature of this film.

What mature themes appear in Drawing Closer?

The film centers on terminal illness and the reality of impending death. Characters frequently discuss their medical prognoses, experience physical decline, and navigate the emotional difficulty of saying goodbye to loved ones.

How long is Drawing Closer?

Drawing Closer runs 119 minutes, directed by Takahiro Miki, released in 2024.

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