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Ladies First (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

An inspirational survival story of Deepika Kumari who, as a girl born on the roadside to abject poverty in rural India, went in search of food, stumbled upon archery, and within 4 years became the Number One archer in the World.

Rated G • 2017 • 39m

Age
7+

Rated TV-G, the documentary short *Ladies First* is an inspirational story suitable for most audiences but contains mature themes related to real-world hardship. The film chronicles the life of Indian archer Deepika Kumari, detailing her journey from living in abject poverty to becoming the world's number one archer. Parents should be aware that there are descriptions of hunger and the societal pressures faced by girls in her… Sign up for the full guide

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Deepika Kumari
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Is Ladies First appropriate for kids?

Rated TV-G, the documentary short *Ladies First* is an inspirational story suitable for most audiences but contains mature themes related to real-world hardship. The film chronicles the life of Indian archer Deepika Kumari, detailing her journey from living in abject poverty to… Read more — free account

Content severity in Ladies First

Sex None 0/10
Violence None 0/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 3/10

What happens in Ladies First, moment by moment

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Sex and nudity in Ladies First

None. This documentary contains no sexual content, nudity, or innuendo.

Violence and gore in Ladies First

None. The sport of archery is the central focus, but it is presented purely as a competitive sport with no violence, fighting, or injuries shown.

Language in Ladies First

None. There is no profanity in the film.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Ladies First

None. No characters are shown smoking, drinking, or using drugs.

Mature themes in Ladies First

The film's central themes involve overcoming adversity. It frankly discusses and depicts the realities of abject poverty, including mentions of hunger and lack of resources. It also addresses themes of gender inequality, as Deepika pushes back against cultural expectations for girls in her village. These topics are handled in an inspirational, non-graphic manner.

Scary moments in Ladies First

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Ladies First 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 Ladies First appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Ladies First is best for ages 7+. It's rated G. Rated TV-G, the documentary short *Ladies First* is an inspirational story suitable for most audiences but contains mature themes related to real-world hardship. The film chronicles the life of Indian archer Deepika…

What age rating does Ladies First have?

Ladies First is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.

What is Ladies First about?

Rated TV-G, the documentary short *Ladies First* is an inspirational story suitable for most audiences but contains mature themes related to real-world hardship. The film chronicles the life of Indian archer Deepika Kumari, detailing her journey from living in abject poverty to becoming the world's number one archer…

Is there sex or nudity in Ladies First?

None. This documentary contains no sexual content, nudity, or innuendo.

How violent is Ladies First?

None. The sport of archery is the central focus, but it is presented purely as a competitive sport with no violence, fighting, or injuries shown.

Is the language in Ladies First appropriate for kids?

None. There is no profanity in the film.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Ladies First?

None. No characters are shown smoking, drinking, or using drugs.

What mature themes appear in Ladies First?

The film's central themes involve overcoming adversity. It frankly discusses and depicts the realities of abject poverty, including mentions of hunger and lack of resources. It also addresses themes of gender inequality, as Deepika pushes back against…

How long is Ladies First?

Ladies First runs 39 minutes, directed by Shaana Levy, Uraaz Bahl, released in 2017.

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