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Hepta: The Last Lecture (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Based on the best-selling novel of the same title. Dr. Shukri Mokhtar is a renowned social psychology specialist, best known for his ability to answer the simplest questions, who decides to give one last lecture about the very simple question: "how do we love?" He gives a full description of the different stages of love by recounting four different love stories going through curves and various crises.

Rated NR • 2016 • 2h 0m

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Hepta: The Last Lecture is an Egyptian romantic drama that frames a series of love stories within a lecture by psychology specialist Dr. Shukri Mokhtar. The film is unrated but its content is comparable to a mature PG-13 film, focusing on adult relationships and their complexities. Parents should be aware of thematic material including romantic obsession, infidelity, and grief over the death of a partner. Content also includes scenes… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Maged El Kedwany
Maged El Kedwany
Amr Youssef
Amr Youssef
Ahmed Malek
Ahmed Malek
Gamila Awad
Gamila Awad
Yasmine Raeis
Yasmine Raeis
Dina El Sherbiny
Dina El Sherbiny
Ahmed Dawood
Ahmed Dawood
Sherine Reda
Sherine Reda
Nelly Karim
Nelly Karim
Anoushka
Anoushka
Salwa Mohamed Ali
Salwa Mohamed Ali
Ahmad Bedir
Ahmad Bedir
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Is Hepta: The Last Lecture appropriate for kids?

Hepta: The Last Lecture is an Egyptian romantic drama that frames a series of love stories within a lecture by psychology specialist Dr. Shukri Mokhtar. The film is unrated but its content is comparable to a mature PG-13 film, focusing on adult relationships and their… Read more — free account

Content severity in Hepta: The Last Lecture

Sex Moderate 4/10
Violence Mild 2/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances Moderate 3/10
Themes Strong 6/10

What happens in Hepta: The Last Lecture, moment by moment

  1. 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  2. 0:22 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
  3. 0:35 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
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Sex and nudity in Hepta: The Last Lecture

Some romantic scenes are present, consistent with the film's subject. Characters kiss, sometimes passionately. Intimacy between couples is a key theme, and some scenes imply sexual activity without showing nudity or explicit acts. For instance, couples are seen in bed together talking.

Violence and gore in Hepta: The Last Lecture

Violence is not a significant component. The film's conflict is emotional and psychological rather than physical. A few scenes may feature emotionally charged arguments between couples, but there is no significant fighting, weapons, or gore.

Language in Hepta: The Last Lecture

Language is infrequent and mild. Some frustrated exclamations may be heard during arguments, but there is no pervasive or strong profanity reported.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Hepta: The Last Lecture

There is some social drinking. Characters are occasionally shown drinking wine or other alcoholic beverages in restaurant, home, or party settings. A character may also be seen smoking a cigarette during a moment of contemplation or stress.

Mature themes in Hepta: The Last Lecture

The film's primary focus is on mature themes related to romantic love. It explicitly explores different stages of relationships, including infatuation, commitment, jealousy, betrayal, and boredom. Some storylines are emotionally intense, dealing with the pain of a breakup, the discovery of infidelity, and the profound grief following the death of a loved one.

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Is Hepta: The Last Lecture appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Hepta: The Last Lecture is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. Hepta: The Last Lecture is an Egyptian romantic drama that frames a series of love stories within a lecture by psychology specialist Dr. Shukri Mokhtar. The film is unrated but its content is comparable to a mature…

What age rating does Hepta: The Last Lecture have?

Hepta: The Last Lecture is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Hepta: The Last Lecture about?

Hepta: The Last Lecture is an Egyptian romantic drama that frames a series of love stories within a lecture by psychology specialist Dr. Shukri Mokhtar. The film is unrated but its content is comparable to a mature PG-13 film, focusing on adult relationships and their complexities. Parents should be aware of thematic…

Is there sex or nudity in Hepta: The Last Lecture?

Some romantic scenes are present, consistent with the film's subject. Characters kiss, sometimes passionately. Intimacy between couples is a key theme, and some scenes imply sexual activity without showing nudity or explicit acts. For instance, couples are…

How violent is Hepta: The Last Lecture?

Violence is not a significant component. The film's conflict is emotional and psychological rather than physical. A few scenes may feature emotionally charged arguments between couples, but there is no significant fighting, weapons, or gore.

Is the language in Hepta: The Last Lecture appropriate for kids?

Language is infrequent and mild. Some frustrated exclamations may be heard during arguments, but there is no pervasive or strong profanity reported.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Hepta: The Last Lecture?

There is some social drinking. Characters are occasionally shown drinking wine or other alcoholic beverages in restaurant, home, or party settings. A character may also be seen smoking a cigarette during a moment of contemplation or stress.

What mature themes appear in Hepta: The Last Lecture?

The film's primary focus is on mature themes related to romantic love. It explicitly explores different stages of relationships, including infatuation, commitment, jealousy, betrayal, and boredom. Some storylines are emotionally intense, dealing with the pain…

How long is Hepta: The Last Lecture?

Hepta: The Last Lecture runs 120 minutes, directed by Hadi El Bagoury, released in 2016.

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