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Honey 3: Dare to Dance (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

While attending college in Cape Town, Melea Martin feels constrained by the school's strict policies, and decides to set out on her own. Searching for a way to use her talents as a dancer and inspire the community around her, Melea rents a failing theater in order to put on a Hip-Hop Romeo and Juliet performance. But much like the Capulets and Montagues, conflicts between cast members threaten to bring the whole performance to a halt...

Rated PG-13 • 2016 • 1h 37m

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Rated PG-13 primarily for sensuality, "Honey 3: Dare to Dance" centers its mature content on its title subject. The film features numerous scenes of hip-hop and modern dance with provocative and suggestive choreography, including grinding and revealing costumes. Beyond the dancing, the film includes some social drinking in club settings, very mild language, and themes of romance, rivalry, and dealing with grief. The plot, which follows… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Cassie Ventura
Cassie Ventura
Kenny Wormald
Kenny Wormald
Dena Kaplan
Dena Kaplan
Bobby Lockwood
Bobby Lockwood
Sibongile Mlambo
Sibongile Mlambo
Sivuyile Ngesi
Sivuyile Ngesi
Clayton Evertson
Clayton Evertson
AG
Adrian Galley
Ambrose Uren
Ambrose Uren
JR
Juanique Randall
Carolyn Forword
Carolyn Forword
Peter Butler
Peter Butler
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Is Honey 3: Dare to Dance appropriate for kids?

Rated PG-13 primarily for sensuality, "Honey 3: Dare to Dance" centers its mature content on its title subject. The film features numerous scenes of hip-hop and modern dance with provocative and suggestive choreography, including grinding and revealing costumes. Beyond the… Read more — free account

Content severity in Honey 3: Dare to Dance

Sex Strong 7/10
Violence Moderate 3/10
Language Moderate 3/10
Substances Moderate 3/10
Themes Strong 5/10

What happens in Honey 3: Dare to Dance, moment by moment

  1. 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
  2. 0:12 🍷 Substances 3/10
  3. 0:16 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Honey 3: Dare to Dance

The film's sensuality is almost entirely channeled through dance. Numerous scenes feature dancers in outfits that bare midriffs and legs, performing hip-hop styles with suggestive movements, including grinding and close body contact. The MPAA rating is explicitly for this content. A romantic subplot involves kissing and flirtation between Melea and Erik, but there is no nudity or explicit sexual content.

Violence and gore in Honey 3: Dare to Dance

Violence is not a significant component of the film. Tensions between rival dance crews are expressed through confrontational dance battles rather than physical fights. There is a very brief moment of pushing and shoving during a heated argument, but it de-escalates quickly and no one is harmed.

Language in Honey 3: Dare to Dance

Language is infrequent and mild. The dialogue includes occasional uses of words like 'hell' and 'damn'. No strong profanity is used in the film.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Honey 3: Dare to Dance

Substance use is present but not a focus. Characters are seen drinking beer and other unspecified alcoholic beverages in social settings, primarily at clubs and parties. There is no depiction of drunkenness or illegal drug use.

Mature themes in Honey 3: Dare to Dance

The film explores themes of ambition, perseverance, and artistic passion. It also deals with rivalry and conflict, mirroring its 'Romeo and Juliet' premise. There are also moments of emotional weight, as Melea is motivated by her late mother's memory, and her rival choreographer, Ishani, is coping with the recent death of her brother.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Honey 3: Dare to Dance appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Honey 3: Dare to Dance is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Rated PG-13 primarily for sensuality, "Honey 3: Dare to Dance" centers its mature content on its title subject. The film features numerous scenes of hip-hop and modern dance with provocative and suggestive choreography…

What age rating does Honey 3: Dare to Dance have?

Honey 3: Dare to Dance is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Honey 3: Dare to Dance about?

Rated PG-13 primarily for sensuality, "Honey 3: Dare to Dance" centers its mature content on its title subject. The film features numerous scenes of hip-hop and modern dance with provocative and suggestive choreography, including grinding and revealing costumes. Beyond the dancing, the film includes some social…

Is there sex or nudity in Honey 3: Dare to Dance?

The film's sensuality is almost entirely channeled through dance. Numerous scenes feature dancers in outfits that bare midriffs and legs, performing hip-hop styles with suggestive movements, including grinding and close body contact. The MPAA rating is…

How violent is Honey 3: Dare to Dance?

Violence is not a significant component of the film. Tensions between rival dance crews are expressed through confrontational dance battles rather than physical fights. There is a very brief moment of pushing and shoving during a heated argument, but it…

Is the language in Honey 3: Dare to Dance appropriate for kids?

Language is infrequent and mild. The dialogue includes occasional uses of words like 'hell' and 'damn'. No strong profanity is used in the film.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Honey 3: Dare to Dance?

Substance use is present but not a focus. Characters are seen drinking beer and other unspecified alcoholic beverages in social settings, primarily at clubs and parties. There is no depiction of drunkenness or illegal drug use.

What mature themes appear in Honey 3: Dare to Dance?

The film explores themes of ambition, perseverance, and artistic passion. It also deals with rivalry and conflict, mirroring its 'Romeo and Juliet' premise. There are also moments of emotional weight, as Melea is motivated by her late mother's memory, and her…

How long is Honey 3: Dare to Dance?

Honey 3: Dare to Dance runs 97 minutes, directed by Bille Woodruff, released in 2016.

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