Gringo (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
An American businessman with a stake in a pharmaceutical company that's about to go public finds his life is thrown into turmoil by an incident in Mexico.
Rated R • 2018 • 1h 51m
Gringo follows Harold Soyinka, a businessman caught in a dangerous web of corporate sabotage and cartel violence while on a work trip in Mexico. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive profanity, graphic violence including torture, and adult sexual themes. Parents should be aware of scenes involving drug trafficking, illicit substances, and frequent intense criminal activity. This dark action-comedy is intended for adult audiences… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Gringo appropriate for kids?
Gringo follows Harold Soyinka, a businessman caught in a dangerous web of corporate sabotage and cartel violence while on a work trip in Mexico. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive profanity, graphic violence including torture, and adult sexual themes. Parents should be… Read more — free account
Content severity in Gringo
What happens in Gringo, moment by moment
- 0:05 🍷 Substances 5/10
- 0:12 💬 Language 7/10
- 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
Sex and nudity in Gringo
The film contains moderate sexual content, including verbal references to sexual acts and brief depictions of characters in suggestive situations. A woman explicitly discusses oral sex, and other scenes involve flirtatious behavior, cleavage-focused shots, and implied sexual encounters.
Violence and gore in Gringo
Violence is frequent and sometimes graphic, featuring gun battles, physical beatings, and scenes of torture. A man has his toe removed with bolt cutters, and there are multiple on-screen shootings with blood effects.
Language in Gringo
Profanity is pervasive throughout, including frequent and aggressive use of the 'F-word' by multiple characters in both English and Spanish.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Gringo
Substance use is a central plot point, as the story revolves around the distribution and sale of an experimental medical marijuana pill. Characters are seen drinking heavily, and the presence of drug cartels involves frequent references to illegal narcotics.
Mature themes in Gringo
The film explores themes of corporate greed, moral corruption, and lethal betrayal. Characters frequently lie and manipulate one another for financial gain, with life-insurance fraud and kidnapping plots driving the narrative.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gringo appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Gringo is best for ages 17+. It's rated R. Gringo follows Harold Soyinka, a businessman caught in a dangerous web of corporate sabotage and cartel violence while on a work trip in Mexico. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive profanity, graphic violence…
What age rating does Gringo have?
Gringo is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is Gringo about?
Gringo follows Harold Soyinka, a businessman caught in a dangerous web of corporate sabotage and cartel violence while on a work trip in Mexico. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive profanity, graphic violence including torture, and adult sexual themes. Parents should be aware of scenes involving drug…
Is there sex or nudity in Gringo?
The film contains moderate sexual content, including verbal references to sexual acts and brief depictions of characters in suggestive situations. A woman explicitly discusses oral sex, and other scenes involve flirtatious behavior, cleavage-focused shots…
How violent is Gringo?
Violence is frequent and sometimes graphic, featuring gun battles, physical beatings, and scenes of torture. A man has his toe removed with bolt cutters, and there are multiple on-screen shootings with blood effects.
Is the language in Gringo appropriate for kids?
Profanity is pervasive throughout, including frequent and aggressive use of the 'F-word' by multiple characters in both English and Spanish.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Gringo?
Substance use is a central plot point, as the story revolves around the distribution and sale of an experimental medical marijuana pill. Characters are seen drinking heavily, and the presence of drug cartels involves frequent references to illegal narcotics.
What mature themes appear in Gringo?
The film explores themes of corporate greed, moral corruption, and lethal betrayal. Characters frequently lie and manipulate one another for financial gain, with life-insurance fraud and kidnapping plots driving the narrative.
How long is Gringo?
Gringo runs 111 minutes, directed by Nash Edgerton, released in 2018.
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