Katy Perry: Part of Me (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Giving fans unprecedented access to the real life of the music sensation, Katy Perry: Part of Me exposes the hard work, dedication and phenomenal talent of a girl who remained true to herself and her vision in order to achieve her dreams. Featuring rare behind-the-scenes interviews, personal moments between Katy and her friends, and all-access footage of rehearsals, choreography, Katy’s signature style and more, Katy Perry: Part of Me reveals the singer’s unwavering belief that if you can be yourself, then you can be anything.
Rated PG • 2012 • 1h 33m
This PG-rated documentary about pop star Katy Perry earned its rating for suggestive content, some language, mature thematic elements, and brief smoking. The film follows Perry on her California Dreams Tour, showcasing her larger-than-life stage persona, which includes revealing and fantastical costumes. The most significant content for parents to be aware of is the emotional storyline covering the collapse of Perry's marriage to… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Katy Perry: Part of Me appropriate for kids?
This PG-rated documentary about pop star Katy Perry earned its rating for suggestive content, some language, mature thematic elements, and brief smoking. The film follows Perry on her California Dreams Tour, showcasing her larger-than-life stage persona, which includes revealing… Read more — free account
Content severity in Katy Perry: Part of Me
What happens in Katy Perry: Part of Me, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:16 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
- 0:25 🍷 Substances 2/10
Sex and nudity in Katy Perry: Part of Me
This category is moderate. Katy Perry's stage wardrobe includes many revealing outfits like corsets, short shorts, and costumes that show cleavage and bare legs. One notable outfit features a bra designed with cannons that shoot out whipped cream. There is also a brief moment of mild innuendo when a trainer is stretching Perry's legs and onlookers joke that it appears sexually suggestive.
Violence and gore in Katy Perry: Part of Me
Violence is not a factor in this film. The only potentially unsettling moment is a brief scene where someone in Japan is shown eating a live crayfish at a restaurant, which some viewers may find mildly disturbing.
Language in Katy Perry: Part of Me
Language is very light. There is a single, brief use of the word "bitch" within the lyrics of a song being performed. Otherwise, profanity is not a significant feature.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Katy Perry: Part of Me
Substance use is brief and incidental. There are a few scenes of adults drinking champagne or other alcoholic beverages in social settings, like backstage toasts. The MPAA rating also notes "brief smoking," which is visible in one or two background moments.
Mature themes in Katy Perry: Part of Me
The film contains strong emotional themes that are central to the narrative. Much of the runtime is dedicated to the strain of Katy's touring schedule on her marriage, culminating in her emotional breakdown upon learning of her impending divorce. There are also discussions of her strict religious upbringing and conflict with her parents' beliefs, and an emotional scene where she meets with a terminally ill child from the Make-a-Wish Foundation.
Scary moments in Katy Perry: Part of Me
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Katy Perry: Part of Me 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 Katy Perry: Part of Me appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Katy Perry: Part of Me is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. This PG-rated documentary about pop star Katy Perry earned its rating for suggestive content, some language, mature thematic elements, and brief smoking. The film follows Perry on her California Dreams Tour, showcasing…
What age rating does Katy Perry: Part of Me have?
Katy Perry: Part of Me is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Katy Perry: Part of Me about?
This PG-rated documentary about pop star Katy Perry earned its rating for suggestive content, some language, mature thematic elements, and brief smoking. The film follows Perry on her California Dreams Tour, showcasing her larger-than-life stage persona, which includes revealing and fantastical costumes. The most…
Is there sex or nudity in Katy Perry: Part of Me?
This category is moderate. Katy Perry's stage wardrobe includes many revealing outfits like corsets, short shorts, and costumes that show cleavage and bare legs. One notable outfit features a bra designed with cannons that shoot out whipped cream. There is…
How violent is Katy Perry: Part of Me?
Violence is not a factor in this film. The only potentially unsettling moment is a brief scene where someone in Japan is shown eating a live crayfish at a restaurant, which some viewers may find mildly disturbing.
Is the language in Katy Perry: Part of Me appropriate for kids?
Language is very light. There is a single, brief use of the word "bitch" within the lyrics of a song being performed. Otherwise, profanity is not a significant feature.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Katy Perry: Part of Me?
Substance use is brief and incidental. There are a few scenes of adults drinking champagne or other alcoholic beverages in social settings, like backstage toasts. The MPAA rating also notes "brief smoking," which is visible in one or two background moments.
What mature themes appear in Katy Perry: Part of Me?
The film contains strong emotional themes that are central to the narrative. Much of the runtime is dedicated to the strain of Katy's touring schedule on her marriage, culminating in her emotional breakdown upon learning of her impending divorce. There are…
How long is Katy Perry: Part of Me?
Katy Perry: Part of Me runs 93 minutes, directed by Dan Cutforth, Jane Lipsitz, released in 2012.
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