Like Stars on Earth (2007) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Ishaan Awasthi is an eight-year-old whose world is filled with wonders that no one else seems to appreciate. Colours, fish, dogs, and kites don't seem important to the adults, who are much more interested in things like homework, marks, and neatness. Ishaan cannot seem to get anything right in class; he is then sent to boarding school, where his life changes forever.
Rated PG • 2007 • 2h 42m
Like Stars on Earth follows eight-year-old Ishaan, whose struggles with school and home life are eventually understood as symptoms of dyslexia. The film's PG rating is due to its intense and mature thematic material, which forms the core of its content concerns. Parents should be aware of sustained scenes of emotional distress, where a child is berated by his father and teachers, as well as a depiction of childhood depression that… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Like Stars on Earth appropriate for kids?
Like Stars on Earth follows eight-year-old Ishaan, whose struggles with school and home life are eventually understood as symptoms of dyslexia. The film's PG rating is due to its intense and mature thematic material, which forms the core of its content concerns. Parents should… Read more — free account
Content severity in Like Stars on Earth
What happens in Like Stars on Earth, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:35 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in Like Stars on Earth
None. The film contains no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
Violence and gore in Like Stars on Earth
Violence is infrequent and emotionally driven. A brief scuffle between Ishaan and another boy results in a slightly bloody face. In a key scene, a teacher repeatedly strikes Ishaan's hands with a ruler as punishment; the impacts are heard but the act itself is not shown graphically. The violence serves to underscore the cruelty and misunderstanding Ishaan faces.
Language in Like Stars on Earth
Language is mild and used sparingly. There are isolated uses of "shit," "goddamn," and "bloody." More significant is the frequent use of cruel insults directed at Ishaan, such as "idiot," "lazy," and "duffer." In one scene, his father dismisses his condition using the derogatory term "retard."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Like Stars on Earth
None. No characters are depicted smoking, drinking alcohol, or using drugs.
Mature themes in Like Stars on Earth
The film's strongest content is thematic, focusing on the misunderstanding and mistreatment of a child with a learning disability. Ishaan is subjected to constant emotional pressure and verbal abuse from his father and teachers, leading to severe anxiety and depression. A pivotal and intense scene shows the young boy contemplating suicide after being sent to boarding school. The film is a powerful exploration of empathy, parental expectations, and the emotional toll of feeling isolated and broken.
Scary moments in Like Stars on Earth
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Like Stars on Earth 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Like Stars on Earth appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Like Stars on Earth is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Like Stars on Earth follows eight-year-old Ishaan, whose struggles with school and home life are eventually understood as symptoms of dyslexia. The film's PG rating is due to its intense and mature thematic material…
What age rating does Like Stars on Earth have?
Like Stars on Earth is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Like Stars on Earth about?
Like Stars on Earth follows eight-year-old Ishaan, whose struggles with school and home life are eventually understood as symptoms of dyslexia. The film's PG rating is due to its intense and mature thematic material, which forms the core of its content concerns. Parents should be aware of sustained scenes of emotional…
Is there sex or nudity in Like Stars on Earth?
None. The film contains no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
How violent is Like Stars on Earth?
Violence is infrequent and emotionally driven. A brief scuffle between Ishaan and another boy results in a slightly bloody face. In a key scene, a teacher repeatedly strikes Ishaan's hands with a ruler as punishment; the impacts are heard but the act itself…
Is the language in Like Stars on Earth appropriate for kids?
Language is mild and used sparingly. There are isolated uses of "shit," "goddamn," and "bloody." More significant is the frequent use of cruel insults directed at Ishaan, such as "idiot," "lazy," and "duffer." In one scene, his father dismisses his condition…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Like Stars on Earth?
None. No characters are depicted smoking, drinking alcohol, or using drugs.
What mature themes appear in Like Stars on Earth?
The film's strongest content is thematic, focusing on the misunderstanding and mistreatment of a child with a learning disability. Ishaan is subjected to constant emotional pressure and verbal abuse from his father and teachers, leading to severe anxiety and…
How long is Like Stars on Earth?
Like Stars on Earth runs 162 minutes, directed by Aamir Khan, released in 2007.
Where can I read the full Like Stars on Earth parent guide?
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