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La luna (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A young boy comes of age in the most peculiar of circumstances. Tonight is the very first time his Papa and Grandpa are taking him to work. In an old wooden boat they row far out to sea, and with no land in sight, they stop and wait. A big surprise awaits the boy as he discovers his family's most unusual line of work. Should he follow the example of his Papa, or his Grandpa? Will he be able to find his own way in the midst of their conflicting opinions and timeworn traditions?

Rated G • 2012 • 7m

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Pixar's animated short 'La luna' is a gentle, G-rated fable suitable for all ages. Its rating is earned by a near-total absence of concerning content; there is no sex, violence, language, or substance use. The story's mild conflict comes from the gentle bickering between a father and grandfather over family tradition, as young Bambino learns to find his own way while working on the moon. A single moment where a large star falls might… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Tony Fucile
Tony Fucile
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Krista Sheffler
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Phil Sheridan
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Is La luna appropriate for kids?

Pixar's animated short 'La luna' is a gentle, G-rated fable suitable for all ages. Its rating is earned by a near-total absence of concerning content; there is no sex, violence, language, or substance use. The story's mild conflict comes from the gentle bickering between a… Read more — free account

Content severity in La luna

Sex None 0/10
Violence Mild 2/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Mild 2/10

What happens in La luna, moment by moment

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  3. 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
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Sex and nudity in La luna

None. There is no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity in the film.

Violence and gore in La luna

There is no true violence. Papà and Nonno engage in light, comedic bickering with exaggerated gestures, but it remains non-physical and humorous. At one point, a very large star crashes onto the moon's surface, which creates a loud noise and startles the characters, but no one is ever in danger or harmed.

Language in La luna

None. The characters speak in a fictional, gibberish language, so there is no profanity.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in La luna

None. There is no depiction of alcohol, smoking, or drug use.

Mature themes in La luna

The central themes involve family, intergenerational conflict, tradition, and individuality. A boy, Bambino, must navigate the conflicting advice of his father and grandfather to find his own unique way of carrying on the family's magical work. The conflict is handled with gentle humor and resolves positively with a message of self-determination.

Scary moments in La luna

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for La luna 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is La luna appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests La luna is best for ages 3+. It's rated G. Pixar's animated short 'La luna' is a gentle, G-rated fable suitable for all ages. Its rating is earned by a near-total absence of concerning content; there is no sex, violence, language, or substance use. The story's…

What age rating does La luna have?

La luna is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 3+.

What is La luna about?

Pixar's animated short 'La luna' is a gentle, G-rated fable suitable for all ages. Its rating is earned by a near-total absence of concerning content; there is no sex, violence, language, or substance use. The story's mild conflict comes from the gentle bickering between a father and grandfather over family tradition…

Is there sex or nudity in La luna?

None. There is no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity in the film.

How violent is La luna?

There is no true violence. Papà and Nonno engage in light, comedic bickering with exaggerated gestures, but it remains non-physical and humorous. At one point, a very large star crashes onto the moon's surface, which creates a loud noise and startles the…

Is the language in La luna appropriate for kids?

None. The characters speak in a fictional, gibberish language, so there is no profanity.

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

None. There is no depiction of alcohol, smoking, or drug use.

What mature themes appear in La luna?

The central themes involve family, intergenerational conflict, tradition, and individuality. A boy, Bambino, must navigate the conflicting advice of his father and grandfather to find his own unique way of carrying on the family's magical work. The conflict…

How long is La luna?

La luna runs 7 minutes, directed by Enrico Casarosa, released in 2012.

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