From Up on Poppy Hill (2011) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Yokohama, 1963. Japan is picking itself up from the devastation of World War II and preparing to host the 1964 Olympics—and the mood is one of both optimism and conflict as the young generation struggles to throw off the shackles of a troubled past. Against this backdrop of hope and change, a friendship begins to blossom between high school students Umi and Shun—but a buried secret from their past emerges to cast a shadow on the future and pull them apart.
Rated PG • 2011 • 1h 31m
From Up on Poppy Hill is a period drama set in 1963 Japan that follows the lives of two high school students, Umi and Shun, as they work to preserve their school's historic clubhouse. The film is rated PG for mild thematic elements and occasional scenes of smoking, making it generally appropriate for most family audiences. Parents should be aware of mature discussions surrounding war-time losses, adoption, and the search for family… Sign up for the full guide
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Is From Up on Poppy Hill appropriate for kids?
From Up on Poppy Hill is a period drama set in 1963 Japan that follows the lives of two high school students, Umi and Shun, as they work to preserve their school's historic clubhouse. The film is rated PG for mild thematic elements and occasional scenes of smoking, making it… Read more — free account
Content severity in From Up on Poppy Hill
What happens in From Up on Poppy Hill, moment by moment
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:28 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:35 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in From Up on Poppy Hill
There is no sexual content in the film.
Violence and gore in From Up on Poppy Hill
Violence is very mild and incidental, consisting of slapstick-style accidents, minor scuffles among students, or historical references to war without explicit gore.
Language in From Up on Poppy Hill
Language is clean and appropriate for all ages; there is no profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in From Up on Poppy Hill
There are brief, incidental scenes showing characters smoking cigarettes or drinking alcohol in a social or historical context appropriate for the 1960s setting.
Mature themes in From Up on Poppy Hill
The film deals with themes of loss, the impact of the Korean War, family secrets, and the confusion surrounding potential sibling relationships, which are handled with sensitivity.
Scary moments in From Up on Poppy Hill
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for From Up on Poppy Hill 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 From Up on Poppy Hill appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests From Up on Poppy Hill is best for ages 7+. It's rated PG. From Up on Poppy Hill is a period drama set in 1963 Japan that follows the lives of two high school students, Umi and Shun, as they work to preserve their school's historic clubhouse. The film is rated PG for mild…
What age rating does From Up on Poppy Hill have?
From Up on Poppy Hill is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is From Up on Poppy Hill about?
From Up on Poppy Hill is a period drama set in 1963 Japan that follows the lives of two high school students, Umi and Shun, as they work to preserve their school's historic clubhouse. The film is rated PG for mild thematic elements and occasional scenes of smoking, making it generally appropriate for most family…
Is there sex or nudity in From Up on Poppy Hill?
There is no sexual content in the film.
How violent is From Up on Poppy Hill?
Violence is very mild and incidental, consisting of slapstick-style accidents, minor scuffles among students, or historical references to war without explicit gore.
Is the language in From Up on Poppy Hill appropriate for kids?
Language is clean and appropriate for all ages; there is no profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in From Up on Poppy Hill?
There are brief, incidental scenes showing characters smoking cigarettes or drinking alcohol in a social or historical context appropriate for the 1960s setting.
What mature themes appear in From Up on Poppy Hill?
The film deals with themes of loss, the impact of the Korean War, family secrets, and the confusion surrounding potential sibling relationships, which are handled with sensitivity.
How long is From Up on Poppy Hill?
From Up on Poppy Hill runs 91 minutes, directed by Goro Miyazaki, released in 2011.
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