Flipped (2010) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
When Juli meets Bryce in the second grade, she knows it's true love. After spending six years trying to convince Bryce the same, she's ready to give up - until he starts to reconsider.
Rated PG • 2010 • 1h 29m
Flipped is a coming-of-age story about first love, told from the perspectives of Juli Baker and Bryce Loski. While mostly a sweet and nostalgic romance, the film earns its PG rating for some mature thematic material and language. Parents should be aware of one sudden, impactful scene in which a father slaps his teenage daughter across the face during a family argument. The dialogue also includes some profanity ('asshole,' 'shit') and… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Flipped appropriate for kids?
Flipped is a coming-of-age story about first love, told from the perspectives of Juli Baker and Bryce Loski. While mostly a sweet and nostalgic romance, the film earns its PG rating for some mature thematic material and language. Parents should be aware of one sudden, impactful… Read more — free account
Content severity in Flipped
What happens in Flipped, moment by moment
- 0:04 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:33 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
Sex and nudity in Flipped
Sexual content is very light and limited to brief dialogue. There is a passing, non-visual reference to a Playboy magazine when a character asks if her brother is looking at one. The main characters also contemplate the idea of a first kiss, but there are no sexual situations or nudity.
Violence and gore in Flipped
Violence is mostly mild, but contains one notable exception that is emotionally charged. During a tense family argument, Juli's father slaps her across the face in a sudden, upsetting moment. In an earlier scene that might unsettle sensitive children, a snake is shown eating a chicken egg with audible cracking sound effects. A young Juli is also physically persistent in her pursuit of Bryce, grabbing him and not letting go.
Language in Flipped
Language is moderate for a PG film and includes several instances of profanity. Words used include 'shit' (3 times), 'asshole' (once), 'hell' (4 times), 'damn', and 'crap'. Significantly, reflecting the film's early 1960s setting, the outdated and offensive word 'retard' is used by a character to mock Juli's mentally disabled uncle.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Flipped
Substance use is very mild. Adults are briefly shown drinking wine or other alcoholic beverages at a sit-down family dinner. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
Mature themes in Flipped
The film explores complex themes including family conflict, financial hardship, and prejudice. A particularly intense scene involves a heated family argument with shouting, culminating in a slap. Juli's family cares for her mentally disabled uncle, and other characters make cruel, judgmental comments about both his condition and the family's modest lifestyle. Scenes also depict a character's deep emotional distress over a tree being cut down and another's public humiliation.
Scary moments in Flipped
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Flipped yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Flipped appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Flipped is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Flipped is a coming-of-age story about first love, told from the perspectives of Juli Baker and Bryce Loski. While mostly a sweet and nostalgic romance, the film earns its PG rating for some mature thematic material and…
What age rating does Flipped have?
Flipped is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Flipped about?
Flipped is a coming-of-age story about first love, told from the perspectives of Juli Baker and Bryce Loski. While mostly a sweet and nostalgic romance, the film earns its PG rating for some mature thematic material and language. Parents should be aware of one sudden, impactful scene in which a father slaps his…
Is there sex or nudity in Flipped?
Sexual content is very light and limited to brief dialogue. There is a passing, non-visual reference to a Playboy magazine when a character asks if her brother is looking at one. The main characters also contemplate the idea of a first kiss, but there are no…
How violent is Flipped?
Violence is mostly mild, but contains one notable exception that is emotionally charged. During a tense family argument, Juli's father slaps her across the face in a sudden, upsetting moment. In an earlier scene that might unsettle sensitive children, a snake…
Is the language in Flipped appropriate for kids?
Language is moderate for a PG film and includes several instances of profanity. Words used include 'shit' (3 times), 'asshole' (once), 'hell' (4 times), 'damn', and 'crap'. Significantly, reflecting the film's early 1960s setting, the outdated and offensive…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Flipped?
Substance use is very mild. Adults are briefly shown drinking wine or other alcoholic beverages at a sit-down family dinner. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
What mature themes appear in Flipped?
The film explores complex themes including family conflict, financial hardship, and prejudice. A particularly intense scene involves a heated family argument with shouting, culminating in a slap. Juli's family cares for her mentally disabled uncle, and other…
How long is Flipped?
Flipped runs 89 minutes, directed by Rob Reiner, released in 2010.
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