Hello World (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A shy high schooler in Kyoto meets a man claiming to be his future self, who tells him he’s hacked into the past to save their first love.
Rated NR • 2019 • 1h 38m
Hello World is an anime science-fiction drama about a high schooler named Naomi who meets a future version of himself to prevent a tragic accident involving his classmate, Ruri. The film involves complex time-travel concepts and digital reality simulations that lead to intense, high-stakes battles against system-cleansing bots. Parents should note several instances of suggestive humor and intense, sustained threat to the protagonists… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Hello World appropriate for kids?
Hello World is an anime science-fiction drama about a high schooler named Naomi who meets a future version of himself to prevent a tragic accident involving his classmate, Ruri. The film involves complex time-travel concepts and digital reality simulations that lead to intense… Read more — free account
Content severity in Hello World
What happens in Hello World, moment by moment
- 0:05 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:12 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
Sex and nudity in Hello World
There are brief, suggestive moments often played for comedic effect. A scene depicts a boy accidentally pressing his face into a girl's buttocks on a bus, and another shows a low-angle shot directed toward a girl's skirt. There is also a quick, non-explicit mention of adult-oriented books found in a character's room.
Violence and gore in Hello World
The film features moderate, stylized sci-fi action. Much of the conflict involves the characters fighting against digital 'kitsune' entities using energy-based weapons and manifesting objects. The combat is intense and fast-paced, sometimes resulting in characters being thrown, overwhelmed, or threatened by monstrous, shifting digital shapes.
Language in Hello World
None. The dialogue remains clean throughout the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Hello World
None. There is no usage or depiction of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco products.
Mature themes in Hello World
The film centers on mature themes of life, death, and the ethics of altering reality to save a loved one. Characters experience significant grief, intense pressure to fix past mistakes, and the heavy emotional weight of self-sacrifice. The concept of existing in a simulated world and the trauma associated with coma recovery are also explored.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hello World appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Hello World is best for ages 12+. It's rated NR. Hello World is an anime science-fiction drama about a high schooler named Naomi who meets a future version of himself to prevent a tragic accident involving his classmate, Ruri. The film involves complex time-travel…
What age rating does Hello World have?
Hello World is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is Hello World about?
Hello World is an anime science-fiction drama about a high schooler named Naomi who meets a future version of himself to prevent a tragic accident involving his classmate, Ruri. The film involves complex time-travel concepts and digital reality simulations that lead to intense, high-stakes battles against…
Is there sex or nudity in Hello World?
There are brief, suggestive moments often played for comedic effect. A scene depicts a boy accidentally pressing his face into a girl's buttocks on a bus, and another shows a low-angle shot directed toward a girl's skirt. There is also a quick, non-explicit…
How violent is Hello World?
The film features moderate, stylized sci-fi action. Much of the conflict involves the characters fighting against digital 'kitsune' entities using energy-based weapons and manifesting objects. The combat is intense and fast-paced, sometimes resulting in…
Is the language in Hello World appropriate for kids?
None. The dialogue remains clean throughout the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Hello World?
None. There is no usage or depiction of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco products.
What mature themes appear in Hello World?
The film centers on mature themes of life, death, and the ethics of altering reality to save a loved one. Characters experience significant grief, intense pressure to fix past mistakes, and the heavy emotional weight of self-sacrifice. The concept of existing…
How long is Hello World?
Hello World runs 98 minutes, directed by Tomohiko Ito, released in 2019.
Where can I read the full Hello World parent guide?
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