I Don't Want to Go Back Alone (2011) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The arrival of a new student in school changes Leonardo's life. This 15 year-old blind teenager has to deal with the jealousy of his friend Giovana while figuring out the new feelings he's having towards his new friend, Gabriel.
Rated NR • 2011 • 17m
I Don't Want to Go Back Alone is a gentle 17-minute Brazilian short about Leonardo, a blind teen navigating friendship and new romantic feelings when Gabriel arrives at school. The film earned its family-friendly feel from low-key, realistic teen interactions rather than sex, drugs, or graphic violence; the main content parents should note is mild teasing, a brief on-screen kiss between Leonardo and Gabriel, and emotional scenes about… Sign up for the full guide
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Is I Don't Want to Go Back Alone appropriate for kids?
I Don't Want to Go Back Alone is a gentle 17-minute Brazilian short about Leonardo, a blind teen navigating friendship and new romantic feelings when Gabriel arrives at school. The film earned its family-friendly feel from low-key, realistic teen interactions rather than sex… Read more — free account
Content severity in I Don't Want to Go Back Alone
What happens in I Don't Want to Go Back Alone, moment by moment
- 0:01 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:02 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:03 💬 Language 2/10
Sex and nudity in I Don't Want to Go Back Alone
Light and brief. The only notable sexual content is a short, tender kiss between Leonardo and Gabriel near the end of the short (no nudity or explicit sexual behaviour). It's presented as a simple coming-of-age moment rather than eroticized.
Violence and gore in I Don't Want to Go Back Alone
Very mild, non-graphic physicality. There are a few moments of schoolyard roughness — pushing or jostling in hallways and a brief shove during an argument — none of which result in injury or gore. The physical actions are incidental to teen conflict and not presented as menacing violence.
Language in I Don't Want to Go Back Alone
Minimal and mild. Teen characters trade casual insults and snapping remarks (jealous retorts, teasing) but there is no sustained strong profanity reported. Language stays realistic to middle/secondary-school interactions.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in I Don't Want to Go Back Alone
None. No on-screen smoking, drinking, or drug use appears in the short.
Mature themes in I Don't Want to Go Back Alone
Strong focus on identity, coming-of-age, friendship, jealousy and first crushes — Leonardo's blindness is a central part of the story and how he relates to others. The film handles emerging sexuality and peer dynamics in a low-key, realistic way; emotional scenes about jealousy and acceptance may resonate strongly with viewers.
Scary moments in I Don't Want to Go Back Alone
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is I Don't Want to Go Back Alone appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests I Don't Want to Go Back Alone is best for ages 6+. It's rated NR. I Don't Want to Go Back Alone is a gentle 17-minute Brazilian short about Leonardo, a blind teen navigating friendship and new romantic feelings when Gabriel arrives at school. The film earned its family-friendly feel…
What age rating does I Don't Want to Go Back Alone have?
I Don't Want to Go Back Alone is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.
What is I Don't Want to Go Back Alone about?
I Don't Want to Go Back Alone is a gentle 17-minute Brazilian short about Leonardo, a blind teen navigating friendship and new romantic feelings when Gabriel arrives at school. The film earned its family-friendly feel from low-key, realistic teen interactions rather than sex, drugs, or graphic violence; the main…
Is there sex or nudity in I Don't Want to Go Back Alone?
Light and brief. The only notable sexual content is a short, tender kiss between Leonardo and Gabriel near the end of the short (no nudity or explicit sexual behaviour). It's presented as a simple coming-of-age moment rather than eroticized.
How violent is I Don't Want to Go Back Alone?
Very mild, non-graphic physicality. There are a few moments of schoolyard roughness — pushing or jostling in hallways and a brief shove during an argument — none of which result in injury or gore. The physical actions are incidental to teen conflict and not…
Is the language in I Don't Want to Go Back Alone appropriate for kids?
Minimal and mild. Teen characters trade casual insults and snapping remarks (jealous retorts, teasing) but there is no sustained strong profanity reported. Language stays realistic to middle/secondary-school interactions.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in I Don't Want to Go Back Alone?
None. No on-screen smoking, drinking, or drug use appears in the short.
What mature themes appear in I Don't Want to Go Back Alone?
Strong focus on identity, coming-of-age, friendship, jealousy and first crushes — Leonardo's blindness is a central part of the story and how he relates to others. The film handles emerging sexuality and peer dynamics in a low-key, realistic way; emotional…
How long is I Don't Want to Go Back Alone?
I Don't Want to Go Back Alone runs 17 minutes, directed by Daniel Ribeiro, released in 2011.
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