Life of Crime: 1984-2020 (2021) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
An intimate documentary that looks at the vicious cycles of drug addiction and street crime in one of the roughest parts of New Jersey.
Rated R • 2021 • 2h 1m
This R-rated documentary receives its rating for its unflinching, graphic depiction of real-life drug addiction and crime. Filmed over 36 years, 'Life of Crime: 1984-2020' follows three individuals in New Jersey—Rob, Freddie, and Deliris—through a devastating cycle of heroin use, incarceration, and poverty. The film contains pervasive and graphic intravenous drug use with close-ups on needles, constant strong profanity, and distressing… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Life of Crime: 1984-2020 appropriate for kids?
This R-rated documentary receives its rating for its unflinching, graphic depiction of real-life drug addiction and crime. Filmed over 36 years, 'Life of Crime: 1984-2020' follows three individuals in New Jersey—Rob, Freddie, and Deliris—through a devastating cycle of heroin… Read more — free account
Content severity in Life of Crime: 1984-2020
What happens in Life of Crime: 1984-2020, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 8/10
- 0:12 🍷 Substances 9/10
- 0:19 💬 Language 7/10
Sex and nudity in Life of Crime: 1984-2020
Content is mild. There are some verbal references to prostitution as a means to support a drug habit. In one very brief scene, a dancer in a dimly lit club exposes one breast for a moment.
Violence and gore in Life of Crime: 1984-2020
Violence is infrequent but strong and distressing due to its realism. A scene of domestic violence is shown early in the film, which is upsetting to watch. Other scenes include arguments that escalate into aggressive behavior and altercations related to criminal activity.
Language in Life of Crime: 1984-2020
Language is severe and pervasive throughout the documentary. There is constant use of strong profanity, including multiple uses of 'f--k,' 's--t,' 'motherf----r,' and other slurs, reflecting the unscripted conversations of the subjects.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Life of Crime: 1984-2020
Substance use is constant and graphically depicted. The film's primary focus is on heroin addiction, and there are many scenes of drug preparation and use. This includes explicit, close-up shots of needles being injected into arms, necks, and hands. Characters are frequently shown under the influence, and the physical and mental toll of long-term addiction is shown in detail.
Mature themes in Life of Crime: 1984-2020
The documentary contains severe and mature themes centered on the devastating, multi-generational cycle of drug addiction, poverty, and crime. It unflinchingly explores relapse, incarceration, homelessness, domestic abuse, and the physical decay caused by drug use and associated illnesses like AIDS. The film chronicles the eventual deaths of its main subjects, making for a bleak and emotionally heavy viewing experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Life of Crime: 1984-2020 appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Life of Crime: 1984-2020 is best for ages 18+. It's rated R. This R-rated documentary receives its rating for its unflinching, graphic depiction of real-life drug addiction and crime. Filmed over 36 years, 'Life of Crime: 1984-2020' follows three individuals in New Jersey—Rob…
What age rating does Life of Crime: 1984-2020 have?
Life of Crime: 1984-2020 is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 18+.
What is Life of Crime: 1984-2020 about?
This R-rated documentary receives its rating for its unflinching, graphic depiction of real-life drug addiction and crime. Filmed over 36 years, 'Life of Crime: 1984-2020' follows three individuals in New Jersey—Rob, Freddie, and Deliris—through a devastating cycle of heroin use, incarceration, and poverty. The film…
Is there sex or nudity in Life of Crime: 1984-2020?
Content is mild. There are some verbal references to prostitution as a means to support a drug habit. In one very brief scene, a dancer in a dimly lit club exposes one breast for a moment.
How violent is Life of Crime: 1984-2020?
Violence is infrequent but strong and distressing due to its realism. A scene of domestic violence is shown early in the film, which is upsetting to watch. Other scenes include arguments that escalate into aggressive behavior and altercations related to…
Is the language in Life of Crime: 1984-2020 appropriate for kids?
Language is severe and pervasive throughout the documentary. There is constant use of strong profanity, including multiple uses of 'f--k,' 's--t,' 'motherf----r,' and other slurs, reflecting the unscripted conversations of the subjects.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Life of Crime: 1984-2020?
Substance use is constant and graphically depicted. The film's primary focus is on heroin addiction, and there are many scenes of drug preparation and use. This includes explicit, close-up shots of needles being injected into arms, necks, and hands…
What mature themes appear in Life of Crime: 1984-2020?
The documentary contains severe and mature themes centered on the devastating, multi-generational cycle of drug addiction, poverty, and crime. It unflinchingly explores relapse, incarceration, homelessness, domestic abuse, and the physical decay caused by…
How long is Life of Crime: 1984-2020?
Life of Crime: 1984-2020 runs 121 minutes, directed by Jon Alpert, released in 2021.
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