Kokowääh (2011) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Henry is a playboy who has no idea that he is the father of a beautiful, cute girl out of a One-night-Stand. Her mother left the daughter in front of Henry door after her husband realized after 8 years of marriage that he is not the father so their relationship now is breaking up... By the way: Kokowääh, is how a German (in this case an 8 Year old child) that has never heard the dish before - would pronounce "Coq Au Vin" (chicken in a wine sauce).
Rated 6 • 2011 • 1h 55m
Kokowääh is a German dramedy about a bachelor screenwriter, Henry, whose life is upended when a previously unknown 8-year-old daughter, Magdalena, is left on his doorstep. The film's primary content concerns are its mature themes and strong language. The plot is driven by adult situations, including infidelity and the emotional fallout of a broken family on a child. Multiple uses of strong profanity, including the 'f-word', make this… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Kokowääh appropriate for kids?
Kokowääh is a German dramedy about a bachelor screenwriter, Henry, whose life is upended when a previously unknown 8-year-old daughter, Magdalena, is left on his doorstep. The film's primary content concerns are its mature themes and strong language. The plot is driven by adult… Read more — free account
Content severity in Kokowääh
What happens in Kokowääh, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:12 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
- 0:21 💬 Language 7/10
Sex and nudity in Kokowääh
Contains moderate sexual references and innuendo. The central premise involves a child conceived during a one-night stand, and this is discussed. The main character's past as a 'playboy' is a recurring topic. Adults discuss relationships and infidelity, and a couple is shown in bed together (no nudity, just talking). All content is conversational and not visually explicit.
Violence and gore in Kokowääh
Violence is not a feature of this film. There are no fights, weapons, or acts of aggression.
Language in Kokowääh
Strong and frequent profanity is present throughout. Viewer reports from IMDb cite approximately eight uses of 'fuck' and four uses of 'shit' in the original German dialogue (with corresponding subtitles). Other milder curse words are also used occasionally during arguments or moments of frustration.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Kokowääh
Adult characters frequently drink alcohol in social settings. Wine is consumed with meals, at parties, and during script-writing sessions. Beer is also consumed. There is some cigarette smoking by adult characters. The substance use is casual and depicted as a normal part of adult life.
Mature themes in Kokowääh
The film explores strong, mature themes centered on family dynamics. Core themes include parental abandonment, infidelity, and the emotional distress of a child caught between her biological father and the man who raised her. It deals with the challenges of sudden single parenthood and the process of building a new family from a complicated situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kokowääh appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Kokowääh is best for ages 13+. It's rated 6. Kokowääh is a German dramedy about a bachelor screenwriter, Henry, whose life is upended when a previously unknown 8-year-old daughter, Magdalena, is left on his doorstep. The film's primary content concerns are its…
What age rating does Kokowääh have?
Kokowääh is officially rated 6. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Kokowääh about?
Kokowääh is a German dramedy about a bachelor screenwriter, Henry, whose life is upended when a previously unknown 8-year-old daughter, Magdalena, is left on his doorstep. The film's primary content concerns are its mature themes and strong language. The plot is driven by adult situations, including infidelity and the…
Is there sex or nudity in Kokowääh?
Contains moderate sexual references and innuendo. The central premise involves a child conceived during a one-night stand, and this is discussed. The main character's past as a 'playboy' is a recurring topic. Adults discuss relationships and infidelity, and a…
How violent is Kokowääh?
Violence is not a feature of this film. There are no fights, weapons, or acts of aggression.
Is the language in Kokowääh appropriate for kids?
Strong and frequent profanity is present throughout. Viewer reports from IMDb cite approximately eight uses of 'fuck' and four uses of 'shit' in the original German dialogue (with corresponding subtitles). Other milder curse words are also used occasionally…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Kokowääh?
Adult characters frequently drink alcohol in social settings. Wine is consumed with meals, at parties, and during script-writing sessions. Beer is also consumed. There is some cigarette smoking by adult characters. The substance use is casual and depicted as…
What mature themes appear in Kokowääh?
The film explores strong, mature themes centered on family dynamics. Core themes include parental abandonment, infidelity, and the emotional distress of a child caught between her biological father and the man who raised her. It deals with the challenges of…
How long is Kokowääh?
Kokowääh runs 115 minutes, directed by Til Schweiger, released in 2011.
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