It Boy (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
38-year-old Alice has everything to become the next editor-in-chief of Rebelle magazine except for her uptight image. But when the young and charming Balthazar, barely 20, crosses Alice's path, she realizes that he holds the key to her promotion.
Rated PG-13 • 2013 • 1h 32m
It Boy follows Alice, a 38-year-old fashion magazine editor who orchestrates a fake romance with 20-year-old student Balthazar to appear more youthful and relevant for a promotion. The film is a lighthearted romantic comedy that relies on situational humor and mild suggestive content rather than intense drama. Parents should be aware of some brief partial nudity and the central premise of an age-gap relationship, which is handled in a… Sign up for the full guide
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Is It Boy appropriate for kids?
It Boy follows Alice, a 38-year-old fashion magazine editor who orchestrates a fake romance with 20-year-old student Balthazar to appear more youthful and relevant for a promotion. The film is a lighthearted romantic comedy that relies on situational humor and mild suggestive… Read more — free account
Content severity in It Boy
What happens in It Boy, moment by moment
- 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:45 🍷 Substances 2/10
Sex and nudity in It Boy
The film contains mild suggestive content, including one scene where a woman stands in front of a mirror wearing a thin bra with visible nipples. The relationship between Alice and Balthazar is comedic and centers on their staged romance, though they share romantic chemistry throughout the film.
Violence and gore in It Boy
None. There is no on-screen physical conflict or violence.
Language in It Boy
None. The dialogue remains clean throughout the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in It Boy
There are occasional, brief shots of people smoking in background environments, such as party scenes. These characters are incidental and unrelated to the main protagonists.
Mature themes in It Boy
The central theme revolves around workplace ambition, the pressure to maintain a specific image, and the ethics of a deceptive romantic relationship. These themes are presented through the lens of a romantic comedy and lack heavy emotional or moral weight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is It Boy appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests It Boy is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. It Boy follows Alice, a 38-year-old fashion magazine editor who orchestrates a fake romance with 20-year-old student Balthazar to appear more youthful and relevant for a promotion. The film is a lighthearted romantic…
What age rating does It Boy have?
It Boy is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is It Boy about?
It Boy follows Alice, a 38-year-old fashion magazine editor who orchestrates a fake romance with 20-year-old student Balthazar to appear more youthful and relevant for a promotion. The film is a lighthearted romantic comedy that relies on situational humor and mild suggestive content rather than intense drama. Parents…
Is there sex or nudity in It Boy?
The film contains mild suggestive content, including one scene where a woman stands in front of a mirror wearing a thin bra with visible nipples. The relationship between Alice and Balthazar is comedic and centers on their staged romance, though they share…
How violent is It Boy?
None. There is no on-screen physical conflict or violence.
Is the language in It Boy appropriate for kids?
None. The dialogue remains clean throughout the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in It Boy?
There are occasional, brief shots of people smoking in background environments, such as party scenes. These characters are incidental and unrelated to the main protagonists.
What mature themes appear in It Boy?
The central theme revolves around workplace ambition, the pressure to maintain a specific image, and the ethics of a deceptive romantic relationship. These themes are presented through the lens of a romantic comedy and lack heavy emotional or moral weight.
How long is It Boy?
It Boy runs 92 minutes, directed by David Moreau, released in 2013.
Where can I read the full It Boy parent guide?
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