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Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time (2001) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

InuYasha is a half-demon who was trapped in the Legendary Tree and was set free by Kagome, a girl who traveled 500 years through time. This time, both of them will have to face Menomaru, a Chinese demon whose father, known as Hyoga, came 300 years ago to invade Japan, but was stopped by InuYasha's Father. InuYasha and Kagome, along with Sango, Miroku, Shippou, Kaede and Myoga, will try to stop Menomaru in his becoming the most powerful demon ever.

Rated PG-13 • 2001 • 1h 39m

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This first theatrical installment in the Inuyasha saga earns its PG-13 rating with its near-constant animated fantasy violence, demonic imagery, and mature thematic elements. The film features numerous battles where Inuyasha and his friends use swords and magical energy attacks against monstrous demons. Viewers should be aware of a central plot point where the heroine, Kagome, is mind-controlled by the villain Menōmaru and forced to… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Kappei Yamaguchi
Kappei Yamaguchi
Satsuki Yukino
Satsuki Yukino
Koji Tsujitani
Koji Tsujitani
Houko Kuwashima
Houko Kuwashima
Kumiko Watanabe
Kumiko Watanabe
Kenichi Ogata
Kenichi Ogata
Noriko Hidaka
Noriko Hidaka
Hisako Kyoda
Hisako Kyoda
Toshihiko Nakajima
Toshihiko Nakajima
Katsumi Suzuki
Katsumi Suzuki
Akiko Nakagawa
Akiko Nakagawa
Asako Dodo
Asako Dodo
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Is Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time appropriate for kids?

This first theatrical installment in the Inuyasha saga earns its PG-13 rating with its near-constant animated fantasy violence, demonic imagery, and mature thematic elements. The film features numerous battles where Inuyasha and his friends use swords and magical energy attacks… Read more — free account

Content severity in Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence Intense 8/10
Language Moderate 3/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Strong 7/10

What happens in Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time, moment by moment

  1. 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
  2. 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
  3. 0:21 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
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Sex and nudity in Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time

Content is very mild. In a recurring gag from the series, the monk Miroku inappropriately touches the demon-slayer Sango on her rear. He is immediately scolded and physically disciplined for his actions.

Violence and gore in Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time

Features frequent, sustained animated fantasy violence. Characters use swords, large boomerangs, and supernatural abilities (like Inuyasha's Wind Scar energy blast) to fight various demons. Violence is constant but generally avoids graphic gore; demons are dispatched with magical effects, light, or are sliced apart without bloody detail. Some small sprays of blood are briefly shown when characters are injured.

Language in Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time

Language is mild, with occasional use of words like 'damn,' 'hell,' and 'bastard' in the English dub, typical for the series.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time

None. No characters are shown drinking, smoking, or using drugs.

Mature themes in Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time

The primary themes are revenge, legacy, and romantic connection. The villain, Menōmaru, is driven to avenge his father. A significant and emotionally distressing plot point involves Kagome being mind-controlled and forced to attack Inuyasha. The concept of souls being absorbed by a powerful demon is also a dark element.

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Is Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. This first theatrical installment in the Inuyasha saga earns its PG-13 rating with its near-constant animated fantasy violence, demonic imagery, and mature thematic elements. The film features numerous battles where…

What age rating does Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time have?

Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time about?

This first theatrical installment in the Inuyasha saga earns its PG-13 rating with its near-constant animated fantasy violence, demonic imagery, and mature thematic elements. The film features numerous battles where Inuyasha and his friends use swords and magical energy attacks against monstrous demons. Viewers should…

Is there sex or nudity in Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time?

Content is very mild. In a recurring gag from the series, the monk Miroku inappropriately touches the demon-slayer Sango on her rear. He is immediately scolded and physically disciplined for his actions.

How violent is Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time?

Features frequent, sustained animated fantasy violence. Characters use swords, large boomerangs, and supernatural abilities (like Inuyasha's Wind Scar energy blast) to fight various demons. Violence is constant but generally avoids graphic gore; demons are…

Is the language in Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time appropriate for kids?

Language is mild, with occasional use of words like 'damn,' 'hell,' and 'bastard' in the English dub, typical for the series.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time?

None. No characters are shown drinking, smoking, or using drugs.

What mature themes appear in Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time?

The primary themes are revenge, legacy, and romantic connection. The villain, Menōmaru, is driven to avenge his father. A significant and emotionally distressing plot point involves Kagome being mind-controlled and forced to attack Inuyasha. The concept of…

How long is Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time?

Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time runs 99 minutes, directed by Toshiya Shinohara, released in 2001.

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