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Kase-san and Morning Glories (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Yamada may be shy and rather clumsy, but the flower gardens at her school have always brought her happiness. Suddenly, a different sort of beauty catches her eye—the vivacious track star, Kase-san. Although the two girls don't seem to have much in common, they soon start a romance where each must learn an important lesson in tending their budding relationship. Can the two girls, so different from each other, learn how to make their first love blossom?

Rated PG-13 • 2018 • 58m

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This gentle animated film follows the budding high school romance between the shy, garden-loving Yamada and the athletic Kase-san. While its tone is sweet and slice-of-life, the film earns its PG-13 suggestion for its focus on the romantic and physical aspects of a first love. The central content concerns involve scenes of kissing and embracing, some mild sexual innuendo (including a misunderstanding about intimacy), and a brief scene… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Ayane Sakura
Ayane Sakura
Minami Takahashi
Minami Takahashi
Yumi Uchiyama
Yumi Uchiyama
Minako Kotobuki
Minako Kotobuki
Ibuki Kido
Ibuki Kido
Masumi Asano
Masumi Asano
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Is Kase-san and Morning Glories appropriate for kids?

This gentle animated film follows the budding high school romance between the shy, garden-loving Yamada and the athletic Kase-san. While its tone is sweet and slice-of-life, the film earns its PG-13 suggestion for its focus on the romantic and physical aspects of a first love… Read more — free account

Content severity in Kase-san and Morning Glories

Sex Strong 5/10
Violence None 0/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Kase-san and Morning Glories, moment by moment

  1. 0:05 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
  2. 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  3. 0:26 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
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Sex and nudity in Kase-san and Morning Glories

The film's central focus is the romantic relationship between two teenage girls. It contains several scenes of kissing and embracing. In one scene, a character lies on top of the other in bed while they kiss. In another, a character undresses for a shower, with the outline of her breasts briefly visible. There is some verbal innuendo, most notably a scene where one character asks the other if she wants to 'do it,' which leads to a comical misunderstanding about sex.

Violence and gore in Kase-san and Morning Glories

None is present. The film is a slice-of-life romance with no violent content.

Language in Kase-san and Morning Glories

None is present. There is no profanity in the dialogue.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Kase-san and Morning Glories

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

Mature themes in Kase-san and Morning Glories

The primary themes involve first love, navigating a same-sex relationship, and the anxieties of growing up. Characters deal with feelings of insecurity in their relationship and the fear of being separated after graduation when they plan to attend different colleges. These themes are handled with a light touch and focus on emotional communication and support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kase-san and Morning Glories appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Kase-san and Morning Glories is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. This gentle animated film follows the budding high school romance between the shy, garden-loving Yamada and the athletic Kase-san. While its tone is sweet and slice-of-life, the film earns its PG-13 suggestion for its…

What age rating does Kase-san and Morning Glories have?

Kase-san and Morning Glories is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Kase-san and Morning Glories about?

This gentle animated film follows the budding high school romance between the shy, garden-loving Yamada and the athletic Kase-san. While its tone is sweet and slice-of-life, the film earns its PG-13 suggestion for its focus on the romantic and physical aspects of a first love. The central content concerns involve…

Is there sex or nudity in Kase-san and Morning Glories?

The film's central focus is the romantic relationship between two teenage girls. It contains several scenes of kissing and embracing. In one scene, a character lies on top of the other in bed while they kiss. In another, a character undresses for a shower…

How violent is Kase-san and Morning Glories?

None is present. The film is a slice-of-life romance with no violent content.

Is the language in Kase-san and Morning Glories appropriate for kids?

None is present. There is no profanity in the dialogue.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Kase-san and Morning Glories?

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

What mature themes appear in Kase-san and Morning Glories?

The primary themes involve first love, navigating a same-sex relationship, and the anxieties of growing up. Characters deal with feelings of insecurity in their relationship and the fear of being separated after graduation when they plan to attend different…

How long is Kase-san and Morning Glories?

Kase-san and Morning Glories runs 58 minutes, directed by Takuya Sato, released in 2018.

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