Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain (2025) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Documentary about Humphrey Jennings, an English documentary filmmaker from the 1930s to 1950.
Rated NR • 2025 • 50m
This documentary explores the life and work of filmmaker Humphrey Jennings, known for his influential films about Britain during World War II. The film is unrated but contains mature historical material that warrants parental guidance. The primary content concerns are non-graphic but realistic archival footage of the London Blitz, showing large fires, bombed-out buildings, and civilians in peril. The themes are mature, focusing on the… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain appropriate for kids?
This documentary explores the life and work of filmmaker Humphrey Jennings, known for his influential films about Britain during World War II. The film is unrated but contains mature historical material that warrants parental guidance. The primary content concerns are… Read more — free account
Content severity in Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain
What happens in Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain, moment by moment
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- 0:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
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Sex and nudity in Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain
None. Sexual content is not present in this documentary.
Violence and gore in Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain
Contains historical documentary footage from World War II. Scenes show the aftermath of German bombing raids on Britain, including large fires, collapsed buildings, and firefighters battling blazes. The peril shown is real, but the footage is not graphic and does not focus on injuries or death.
Language in Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain
None. The language is clean, consisting of narration and historical interviews.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain
Fleeting historical images of people smoking cigarettes may be present in archival footage, which is incidental and consistent with the era being depicted.
Mature themes in Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain
The primary themes are mature and historical. The documentary explores the impact of war (specifically the Blitz) on a nation and its civilians, touching on destruction, resilience, community, and loss. The role of art and propaganda during wartime is also a central theme.
Scary moments in Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain is best for ages 10+. It's rated NR. This documentary explores the life and work of filmmaker Humphrey Jennings, known for his influential films about Britain during World War II. The film is unrated but contains mature historical material that warrants…
What age rating does Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain have?
Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain about?
This documentary explores the life and work of filmmaker Humphrey Jennings, known for his influential films about Britain during World War II. The film is unrated but contains mature historical material that warrants parental guidance. The primary content concerns are non-graphic but realistic archival footage of the…
Is there sex or nudity in Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain?
None. Sexual content is not present in this documentary.
How violent is Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain?
Contains historical documentary footage from World War II. Scenes show the aftermath of German bombing raids on Britain, including large fires, collapsed buildings, and firefighters battling blazes. The peril shown is real, but the footage is not graphic and…
Is the language in Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain appropriate for kids?
None. The language is clean, consisting of narration and historical interviews.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain?
Fleeting historical images of people smoking cigarettes may be present in archival footage, which is incidental and consistent with the era being depicted.
What mature themes appear in Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain?
The primary themes are mature and historical. The documentary explores the impact of war (specifically the Blitz) on a nation and its civilians, touching on destruction, resilience, community, and loss. The role of art and propaganda during wartime is also a…
How long is Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain?
Humphrey Jennings: The Man Who Listened to Britain runs 50 minutes, directed by Kevin Macdonald, released in 2025.
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