Le Divorce (2003) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
While visiting her sister in Paris, a young woman finds romance and learns her brother-in-law is a philanderer.
Rated PG-13 • 2003 • 1h 57m
Le Divorce is a PG-13 dramedy set in Paris that earned its rating for mature themes tied to infidelity, an attempted suicide, and an ultimately violent crime tied to stalking and jealousy. Parents should be prepared for non-graphic but serious violence (two murders and a gun threat at the Eiffel Tower), repeated affairs and sexual relationships (kissing and implied sex, gifts, lingerie), occasional profanity, and casual drinking. The… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Le Divorce appropriate for kids?
Le Divorce is a PG-13 dramedy set in Paris that earned its rating for mature themes tied to infidelity, an attempted suicide, and an ultimately violent crime tied to stalking and jealousy. Parents should be prepared for non-graphic but serious violence (two murders and a gun… Read more — free account
Content severity in Le Divorce
What happens in Le Divorce, moment by moment
- 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:12 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:20 💬 Language 3/10
Sex and nudity in Le Divorce
Light-to-moderate sexual content: the film revolves around multiple affairs (Isabel/Edgar; Charles‑Henri/Magda) and includes kissing, flirtation, references to lingerie and ongoing sexual relationships, plus gift-giving tied to seduction. Nothing explicit or full nudity is shown; most encounters are implied or occur off-screen. IMDb's Parents Guide also notes the presence of affairs and sexually suggestive moments.
Violence and gore in Le Divorce
Strong but largely non-graphic violence appears late in the film: two characters (Magda and Charles‑Henri) are murdered in a crime of passion and a body is discovered in an apartment complex. There is a tense, threatening scene at the Eiffel Tower where a distraught Tellman brandishes a gun at the family; Isabel disarms him and the weapon is disposed of. The film shows the emotional aftermath (grief, shock) rather than graphic gore.
Language in Le Divorce
Occasional mild-to-moderate profanity and sharp insults during confrontations, family arguments and courtroom talk. IMDb's Parents Guide records a smattering of stronger words but language is not relentless or pervasive. Expect civilised but pointed barbs and some expletives in heated scenes.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Le Divorce
Casual alcohol use throughout: characters drink wine at dinners, cafés and family meals; social drinking is normalised but not glamorised. No explicit drug use is depicted.
Mature themes in Le Divorce
Strong adult themes run throughout: infidelity, marital breakdown, stalking/harassment, legal disputes over art and community property, attempted suicide in late pregnancy, death and bereavement, and childbirth. The suicide attempt and the murders create intense emotional beats that affect characters for the rest of the film. Issues of cultural clash and family reputation are also repeatedly explored.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Le Divorce appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Le Divorce is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Le Divorce is a PG-13 dramedy set in Paris that earned its rating for mature themes tied to infidelity, an attempted suicide, and an ultimately violent crime tied to stalking and jealousy. Parents should be prepared for…
What age rating does Le Divorce have?
Le Divorce is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Le Divorce about?
Le Divorce is a PG-13 dramedy set in Paris that earned its rating for mature themes tied to infidelity, an attempted suicide, and an ultimately violent crime tied to stalking and jealousy. Parents should be prepared for non-graphic but serious violence (two murders and a gun threat at the Eiffel Tower), repeated…
Is there sex or nudity in Le Divorce?
Light-to-moderate sexual content: the film revolves around multiple affairs (Isabel/Edgar; Charles‑Henri/Magda) and includes kissing, flirtation, references to lingerie and ongoing sexual relationships, plus gift-giving tied to seduction. Nothing explicit or…
How violent is Le Divorce?
Strong but largely non-graphic violence appears late in the film: two characters (Magda and Charles‑Henri) are murdered in a crime of passion and a body is discovered in an apartment complex. There is a tense, threatening scene at the Eiffel Tower where a…
Is the language in Le Divorce appropriate for kids?
Occasional mild-to-moderate profanity and sharp insults during confrontations, family arguments and courtroom talk. IMDb's Parents Guide records a smattering of stronger words but language is not relentless or pervasive. Expect civilised but pointed barbs and…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Le Divorce?
Casual alcohol use throughout: characters drink wine at dinners, cafés and family meals; social drinking is normalised but not glamorised. No explicit drug use is depicted.
What mature themes appear in Le Divorce?
Strong adult themes run throughout: infidelity, marital breakdown, stalking/harassment, legal disputes over art and community property, attempted suicide in late pregnancy, death and bereavement, and childbirth. The suicide attempt and the murders create…
How long is Le Divorce?
Le Divorce runs 117 minutes, directed by James Ivory, released in 2003.
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