La Vénus électrique (2026) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Artist Antoine has lost all inspiration and slipped into alcoholism since the death of his wife Irène, a loss he blames himself for. Suzanne is a penniless sideshow performer pretending to be a clairvoyant, whom Antoine consults in a bid to connect with Irène. Antoine’s dealer Armand, desperate to keep Antoine from falling apart, urges Suzanne to keep the ruse alive. She stages a series of improvised hypnosis sessions, claiming she can channel Irène in exchange for having her debts paid by Armand.
Rated NR • 2026 • 2h 2m
Pierre Salvadori’s La Vénus électrique follows artist Antoine as he sinks into alcoholism after the death of his wife Irène and leans on Suzanne, a struggling sideshow performer who pretends to channel the dead to keep him afloat. The film is unrated and centers on repeated heavy drinking, sustained emotional trauma (guilt over a spouse's death), and an ethically fraught deception that causes intense confrontations. Parents should be… Sign up for the full guide
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Is La Vénus électrique appropriate for kids?
Pierre Salvadori’s La Vénus électrique follows artist Antoine as he sinks into alcoholism after the death of his wife Irène and leans on Suzanne, a struggling sideshow performer who pretends to channel the dead to keep him afloat. The film is unrated and centers on repeated… Read more — free account
Content severity in La Vénus électrique
What happens in La Vénus électrique, moment by moment
- 0:08 🍷 Substances 5/10
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:20 💬 Language 4/10
Sex and nudity in La Vénus électrique
None. There are no verified scenes of explicit sexual activity; intimacy is not a driver of the plot.
Violence and gore in La Vénus électrique
None. The film contains emotional conflict and heated arguments but no on-screen physical assaults or graphic violence.
Language in La Vénus électrique
Moderate coarse language in heated moments — French profanity and harsh insults appear occasionally during fights and breakdowns, but there is no pervasive repeated extreme swearing.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in La Vénus électrique
Strong and recurring alcohol use: Antoine drinks heavily in private and in public, has blackouts and passes out, and his alcoholism drives much of his behavior; a dealer character (Armand) is present as an enabling figure. Drug use is not explicitly shown in verified sources, but tobacco and frequent drinking are clear.
Mature themes in La Vénus électrique
Strong themes of grief, survivor's guilt and self-blame after the death of a spouse, deception (Suzanne faking clairvoyance), financial desperation, and exploitation. Several scenes are emotionally intense and concern mental health and the moral cost of consoling a bereaved person with a lie.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is La Vénus électrique appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests La Vénus électrique is best for ages 11+. It's rated NR. Pierre Salvadori’s La Vénus électrique follows artist Antoine as he sinks into alcoholism after the death of his wife Irène and leans on Suzanne, a struggling sideshow performer who pretends to channel the dead to keep…
What age rating does La Vénus électrique have?
La Vénus électrique is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 11+.
What is La Vénus électrique about?
Pierre Salvadori’s La Vénus électrique follows artist Antoine as he sinks into alcoholism after the death of his wife Irène and leans on Suzanne, a struggling sideshow performer who pretends to channel the dead to keep him afloat. The film is unrated and centers on repeated heavy drinking, sustained emotional trauma…
Is there sex or nudity in La Vénus électrique?
None. There are no verified scenes of explicit sexual activity; intimacy is not a driver of the plot.
How violent is La Vénus électrique?
None. The film contains emotional conflict and heated arguments but no on-screen physical assaults or graphic violence.
Is the language in La Vénus électrique appropriate for kids?
Moderate coarse language in heated moments — French profanity and harsh insults appear occasionally during fights and breakdowns, but there is no pervasive repeated extreme swearing.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in La Vénus électrique?
Strong and recurring alcohol use: Antoine drinks heavily in private and in public, has blackouts and passes out, and his alcoholism drives much of his behavior; a dealer character (Armand) is present as an enabling figure. Drug use is not explicitly shown in…
What mature themes appear in La Vénus électrique?
Strong themes of grief, survivor's guilt and self-blame after the death of a spouse, deception (Suzanne faking clairvoyance), financial desperation, and exploitation. Several scenes are emotionally intense and concern mental health and the moral cost of…
How long is La Vénus électrique?
La Vénus électrique runs 122 minutes, directed by Pierre Salvadori, released in 2026.
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