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La Grazia (2025) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

As his tenure as President of Italy nears its end, Mariano De Santis faces wrenching decisions-both political and deeply personal. Amid these moral quandaries, he must confront his own conscience and seek guidance from those closest to him, including his confidante and daughter, Dorotea.

Rated 12A • 2025 • 2h 13m

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In Paolo Sorrentino's La Grazia, President Mariano De Santis navigates the final months of his administration while wrestling with heavy ethical dilemmas regarding euthanasia and criminal pardons. The film earns its R-rating primarily due to mature political and existential themes rather than graphic physical content. Parents should note that while the film contains no nudity, sexual violence, or explicit drug abuse, the… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Toni Servillo
Toni Servillo
Anna Ferzetti
Anna Ferzetti
Massimo Venturiello
Massimo Venturiello
Milvia Marigliano
Milvia Marigliano
Orlando Cinque
Orlando Cinque
Giuseppe Gaiani
Giuseppe Gaiani
Giovanna Guida
Giovanna Guida
Alessia Giuliani
Alessia Giuliani
RZ
Roberto Zibetti
Linda Messerklinger
Linda Messerklinger
Vasco Mirandola
Vasco Mirandola
Rufin Doh Zeyenouin
Rufin Doh Zeyenouin
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Is La Grazia appropriate for kids?

In Paolo Sorrentino's La Grazia, President Mariano De Santis navigates the final months of his administration while wrestling with heavy ethical dilemmas regarding euthanasia and criminal pardons. The film earns its R-rating primarily due to mature political and existential… Read more — free account

Content severity in La Grazia

Sex None 0/10
Violence None 0/10
Language Moderate 4/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Strong 5/10

What happens in La Grazia, moment by moment

  1. 0:22 💬 Language 3/10
  2. 0:35 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
  3. 0:48 🍷 Substances 2/10
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Sex and nudity in La Grazia

There is no sexual content or nudity in the film.

Violence and gore in La Grazia

Violence is absent from this character-focused political drama; there are no physical altercations or graphic imagery.

Language in La Grazia

Occasional strong language is used during heated political arguments and emotional outbursts, including a few uses of profanity consistent with its R-rating.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in La Grazia

Incidental social drinking of wine and spirits occurs in professional and private settings, common to European political portrayals.

Mature themes in La Grazia

The film centers on complex, mature themes, including the moral weight of legalizing euthanasia, the burden of judicial responsibility, and the nature of forgiveness. Characters grapple with the ethics of mercy versus justice in a way that is intellectually demanding.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is La Grazia appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests La Grazia is best for ages 14+. It's rated 12A. In Paolo Sorrentino's La Grazia, President Mariano De Santis navigates the final months of his administration while wrestling with heavy ethical dilemmas regarding euthanasia and criminal pardons. The film earns its…

What age rating does La Grazia have?

La Grazia is officially rated 12A. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 14+.

What is La Grazia about?

In Paolo Sorrentino's La Grazia, President Mariano De Santis navigates the final months of his administration while wrestling with heavy ethical dilemmas regarding euthanasia and criminal pardons. The film earns its R-rating primarily due to mature political and existential themes rather than graphic physical content…

Is there sex or nudity in La Grazia?

There is no sexual content or nudity in the film.

How violent is La Grazia?

Violence is absent from this character-focused political drama; there are no physical altercations or graphic imagery.

Is the language in La Grazia appropriate for kids?

Occasional strong language is used during heated political arguments and emotional outbursts, including a few uses of profanity consistent with its R-rating.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in La Grazia?

Incidental social drinking of wine and spirits occurs in professional and private settings, common to European political portrayals.

What mature themes appear in La Grazia?

The film centers on complex, mature themes, including the moral weight of legalizing euthanasia, the burden of judicial responsibility, and the nature of forgiveness. Characters grapple with the ethics of mercy versus justice in a way that is intellectually…

How long is La Grazia?

La Grazia runs 133 minutes, directed by Paolo Sorrentino, released in 2025.

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