Grand Piano (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Tom Selznick, the most talented pianist of his generation, stopped performing in public because of his stage fright. Years after a catastrophic performance, he reappears in public in a long awaited concert in Chicago. Just moments after starting his performance in the packed theater, in front of an expectant audience, Tom finds a threatening message written on the score: 'Play one wrong note and you die'. Without leaving the piano, Tom must discover the anonymous sniper's motives and look for help without anyone realizing.
Rated R • 2013 • 1h 30m
Grand Piano is a high-stakes thriller centered on Tom Selznick, a concert pianist who is held hostage by a sniper during a live performance in Chicago. The film earns its R-rating primarily due to intense, sustained psychological menace, occasional acts of violence, and sporadic profanity. Parents should note that the tension is persistent as characters face lethal threats throughout the concert. It is intended for a mature audience… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Grand Piano appropriate for kids?
Grand Piano is a high-stakes thriller centered on Tom Selznick, a concert pianist who is held hostage by a sniper during a live performance in Chicago. The film earns its R-rating primarily due to intense, sustained psychological menace, occasional acts of violence, and sporadic… Read more — free account
Content severity in Grand Piano
What happens in Grand Piano, moment by moment
- 0:05 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in Grand Piano
There is only one brief, non-explicit scene featuring a kiss between a man and his wife.
Violence and gore in Grand Piano
The film features several scenes of threat and physical violence, including a head-butting, a fatal shooting, and a struggle involving a fall from a high catwalk. None of the violence is graphic or overly bloody, though it includes moments of clear physical peril and death.
Language in Grand Piano
Strong language is used occasionally, including three uses of the 'f-word' and several instances of milder profanity like 'shit' or misuses of religious deities.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Grand Piano
There is a brief scene where a character is seen drinking alcohol in a social setting, but it is not a focus of the film.
Mature themes in Grand Piano
The central theme involves extreme anxiety, stage fright, and the psychological trauma of being under constant lethal threat while attempting to maintain a professional facade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grand Piano appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Grand Piano is best for ages 15+. It's rated R. Grand Piano is a high-stakes thriller centered on Tom Selznick, a concert pianist who is held hostage by a sniper during a live performance in Chicago. The film earns its R-rating primarily due to intense, sustained…
What age rating does Grand Piano have?
Grand Piano is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.
What is Grand Piano about?
Grand Piano is a high-stakes thriller centered on Tom Selznick, a concert pianist who is held hostage by a sniper during a live performance in Chicago. The film earns its R-rating primarily due to intense, sustained psychological menace, occasional acts of violence, and sporadic profanity. Parents should note that the…
Is there sex or nudity in Grand Piano?
There is only one brief, non-explicit scene featuring a kiss between a man and his wife.
How violent is Grand Piano?
The film features several scenes of threat and physical violence, including a head-butting, a fatal shooting, and a struggle involving a fall from a high catwalk. None of the violence is graphic or overly bloody, though it includes moments of clear physical…
Is the language in Grand Piano appropriate for kids?
Strong language is used occasionally, including three uses of the 'f-word' and several instances of milder profanity like 'shit' or misuses of religious deities.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Grand Piano?
There is a brief scene where a character is seen drinking alcohol in a social setting, but it is not a focus of the film.
What mature themes appear in Grand Piano?
The central theme involves extreme anxiety, stage fright, and the psychological trauma of being under constant lethal threat while attempting to maintain a professional facade.
How long is Grand Piano?
Grand Piano runs 90 minutes, directed by Eugenio Mira, released in 2013.
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