In the Shadow of the Moon (2007) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Archival material from the original NASA film footage – much of it seen for the first time – plus interviews with the surviving astronauts, including Jim Lovell, Dave Scott, John Young, Gene Cernan, Mike Collins, Buzz Aldrin, Alan Bean, Edgar Mitchell, Charlie Duke and Harrison Schmitt.
Rated PG • 2007 • 1h 49m
This critically acclaimed documentary, "In the Shadow of the Moon," chronicles NASA's Apollo program through stunning, rarely-seen archival footage and candid interviews with the surviving astronauts. The film's PG rating is for its mature thematic material, including frank discussions about the real-life dangers of spaceflight, the deaths of colleagues in the Apollo 1 fire, and the intense peril of the Apollo 13 mission. The rating… Sign up for the full guide
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Is In the Shadow of the Moon appropriate for kids?
This critically acclaimed documentary, "In the Shadow of the Moon," chronicles NASA's Apollo program through stunning, rarely-seen archival footage and candid interviews with the surviving astronauts. The film's PG rating is for its mature thematic material, including frank… Read more — free account
Content severity in In the Shadow of the Moon
What happens in In the Shadow of the Moon, moment by moment
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:21 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:27 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in In the Shadow of the Moon
None. This documentary does not contain any sexual content or nudity.
Violence and gore in In the Shadow of the Moon
Very mild. The film includes brief, non-graphic archival footage from the 1960s showing moments of civil unrest and the Vietnam War. These images are presented for historical context and are comparable to what one might see in a standard television news report from the era.
Language in In the Shadow of the Moon
Very mild. The MPAA rating notes 'mild language,' likely referring to a few scattered expletives such as 'hell' or 'damn' used by astronauts while recounting their intense experiences. Profanity is not a significant feature of the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in In the Shadow of the Moon
Incidental smoking is visible in historical footage and interviews. Characters are occasionally seen with cigarettes, cigars, or pipes in mission control and other settings, reflecting the norms of the time period. This is not glamorized or central to the narrative.
Mature themes in In the Shadow of the Moon
The primary themes involve the immense risks, personal sacrifices, and triumphs of the Apollo missions. Astronauts discuss the life-and-death stakes with frankness, touching on the deaths of colleagues (specifically the Apollo 1 crew fire) and the intense, sustained peril of missions like Apollo 13 after its onboard explosion.
Scary moments in In the Shadow of the Moon
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for In the Shadow of the Moon yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is In the Shadow of the Moon appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests In the Shadow of the Moon is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. This critically acclaimed documentary, "In the Shadow of the Moon," chronicles NASA's Apollo program through stunning, rarely-seen archival footage and candid interviews with the surviving astronauts. The film's PG…
What age rating does In the Shadow of the Moon have?
In the Shadow of the Moon is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is In the Shadow of the Moon about?
This critically acclaimed documentary, "In the Shadow of the Moon," chronicles NASA's Apollo program through stunning, rarely-seen archival footage and candid interviews with the surviving astronauts. The film's PG rating is for its mature thematic material, including frank discussions about the real-life dangers of…
Is there sex or nudity in In the Shadow of the Moon?
None. This documentary does not contain any sexual content or nudity.
How violent is In the Shadow of the Moon?
Very mild. The film includes brief, non-graphic archival footage from the 1960s showing moments of civil unrest and the Vietnam War. These images are presented for historical context and are comparable to what one might see in a standard television news…
Is the language in In the Shadow of the Moon appropriate for kids?
Very mild. The MPAA rating notes 'mild language,' likely referring to a few scattered expletives such as 'hell' or 'damn' used by astronauts while recounting their intense experiences. Profanity is not a significant feature of the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in In the Shadow of the Moon?
Incidental smoking is visible in historical footage and interviews. Characters are occasionally seen with cigarettes, cigars, or pipes in mission control and other settings, reflecting the norms of the time period. This is not glamorized or central to the…
What mature themes appear in In the Shadow of the Moon?
The primary themes involve the immense risks, personal sacrifices, and triumphs of the Apollo missions. Astronauts discuss the life-and-death stakes with frankness, touching on the deaths of colleagues (specifically the Apollo 1 crew fire) and the intense…
How long is In the Shadow of the Moon?
In the Shadow of the Moon runs 109 minutes, directed by David Sington, released in 2007.
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