I Dream in Another Language (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
An indigenous language is in peril, as its last two speakers had a quarrel in the past and haven't spoken to each other in over 50 years. Martín, a young linguist, will undertake the challenge of bringing the old friends back together and convincing them to speak once again so he can obtain a recorded registration of the language and study it.
Rated 15 • 2017 • 1h 41m
I Dream in Another Language is an unrated Spanish-language drama best suited for older teens and adults due to its mature themes and some sexual content. The film's story follows a linguist, Martin, who tries to reconcile the last two speakers of a dying language, Isauro and Evaristo, whose falling out stems from a forbidden love. The movie explores themes of societal prejudice, deep regret, and death, which are emotionally weighty… Sign up for the full guide
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Is I Dream in Another Language appropriate for kids?
I Dream in Another Language is an unrated Spanish-language drama best suited for older teens and adults due to its mature themes and some sexual content. The film's story follows a linguist, Martin, who tries to reconcile the last two speakers of a dying language, Isauro and… Read more — free account
Content severity in I Dream in Another Language
What happens in I Dream in Another Language, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in I Dream in Another Language
Moderate. The film's central plot involves a romantic love story between two men, shown in flashbacks, which includes kissing. There are two non-explicit scenes of heterosexual sex: one shows a man and woman in a forest with some thrusting and rear nudity, and another scene shows a couple in bed, with brief side breast nudity. These scenes are brief and not graphic.
Violence and gore in I Dream in Another Language
Violence is very light and infrequent. In a flashback, the argument that causes the decades-long rift between the two main characters involves some intense shouting and a physical altercation (a shove), but it is not graphic or prolonged. Tense verbal arguments occur in the present day.
Language in I Dream in Another Language
Language is mild. The Spanish and indigenous Zikril dialogue, translated via subtitles, contains infrequent use of mild expletives which may include words like 'hell' or 'damn'.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in I Dream in Another Language
None. No characters are shown drinking alcohol, smoking, or using drugs.
Mature themes in I Dream in Another Language
Thematic content is strong and central to the narrative. The film explores a forbidden LGBTQ+ romance and the resulting lifelong emotional pain from societal prejudice. It deals directly with the death of a main character, prolonged grief, and deep regret. The overarching theme is the loss of cultural heritage as a language goes extinct.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is I Dream in Another Language appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests I Dream in Another Language is best for ages 15+. It's rated 15. I Dream in Another Language is an unrated Spanish-language drama best suited for older teens and adults due to its mature themes and some sexual content. The film's story follows a linguist, Martin, who tries to…
What age rating does I Dream in Another Language have?
I Dream in Another Language is officially rated 15. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.
What is I Dream in Another Language about?
I Dream in Another Language is an unrated Spanish-language drama best suited for older teens and adults due to its mature themes and some sexual content. The film's story follows a linguist, Martin, who tries to reconcile the last two speakers of a dying language, Isauro and Evaristo, whose falling out stems from a…
Is there sex or nudity in I Dream in Another Language?
Moderate. The film's central plot involves a romantic love story between two men, shown in flashbacks, which includes kissing. There are two non-explicit scenes of heterosexual sex: one shows a man and woman in a forest with some thrusting and rear nudity…
How violent is I Dream in Another Language?
Violence is very light and infrequent. In a flashback, the argument that causes the decades-long rift between the two main characters involves some intense shouting and a physical altercation (a shove), but it is not graphic or prolonged. Tense verbal…
Is the language in I Dream in Another Language appropriate for kids?
Language is mild. The Spanish and indigenous Zikril dialogue, translated via subtitles, contains infrequent use of mild expletives which may include words like 'hell' or 'damn'.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in I Dream in Another Language?
None. No characters are shown drinking alcohol, smoking, or using drugs.
What mature themes appear in I Dream in Another Language?
Thematic content is strong and central to the narrative. The film explores a forbidden LGBTQ+ romance and the resulting lifelong emotional pain from societal prejudice. It deals directly with the death of a main character, prolonged grief, and deep regret…
How long is I Dream in Another Language?
I Dream in Another Language runs 101 minutes, directed by Ernesto Contreras, released in 2017.
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