Little Man (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
After leaving prison, dwarf criminal Calvin Sims joins his moron brother Percy in stealing an expensive huge diamond from a jewelry store for the mobster Walken. They are chased by the police, and Calvin hides the stone in the purse of executive Vanessa Edwards, whose husband Darryl Edwards wants to have a baby. Percy convinces Calvin to dress like a baby and be left in front of the Edwards' house to get inside the house and retrieve the diamond. Darryl and Vanessa keep Calvin for the weekend and decide to adopt him, while Walken… Sign up for the full guide
Rated PG-13 • 2006 • 1h 38m
Little Man is a slapstick comedy centered on Calvin Simms, a small-statured criminal who poses as an abandoned baby to recover a stolen diamond. Parents should be aware that the film relies heavily on crude, sexualized humor, often involving the adult protagonist in physically compromising situations while disguised as an infant. The film features frequent mild-to-moderate violence, vulgar language, and suggestive scenarios that lean… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Little Man appropriate for kids?
Little Man is a slapstick comedy centered on Calvin Simms, a small-statured criminal who poses as an abandoned baby to recover a stolen diamond. Parents should be aware that the film relies heavily on crude, sexualized humor, often involving the adult protagonist in physically… Read more — free account
Content severity in Little Man
What happens in Little Man, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 5/10
- 0:22 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
Sex and nudity in Little Man
The film contains persistent, moderate sexual content throughout. This includes scenes where the adult protagonist, disguised as an infant, makes unwanted sexual advances or lecherous observations toward women, including breast-fixated humor and struggles during attempted breastfeeding or diapering scenarios. Suggestive dialogue and double entendres are frequent.
Violence and gore in Little Man
Violence is depicted in a mild-to-moderate slapstick style. Characters are frequently hit with household objects like pans and bats, punched, kicked, and subjected to physical altercations. While the context is comedic, the frequency of people (including those posing as babies) suffering physical blows is high.
Language in Little Man
Moderate profanity is used throughout, including mild obscenities, scatological humor, and various name-calling insults. While it avoids the most severe slurs, the dialogue is consistently crass.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Little Man
Brief, mild references to drug use and alcohol consumption are present, primarily involving characters drinking in social settings or discussing 'booze'.
Mature themes in Little Man
The film explores themes of deceit, exploitation of trust, and the consequences of criminal behavior. It relies on a premise of abandoning an 'infant' for a heist, which creates a morally dubious narrative core.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Little Man appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Little Man is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Little Man is a slapstick comedy centered on Calvin Simms, a small-statured criminal who poses as an abandoned baby to recover a stolen diamond. Parents should be aware that the film relies heavily on crude, sexualized…
What age rating does Little Man have?
Little Man is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Little Man about?
Little Man is a slapstick comedy centered on Calvin Simms, a small-statured criminal who poses as an abandoned baby to recover a stolen diamond. Parents should be aware that the film relies heavily on crude, sexualized humor, often involving the adult protagonist in physically compromising situations while disguised…
Is there sex or nudity in Little Man?
The film contains persistent, moderate sexual content throughout. This includes scenes where the adult protagonist, disguised as an infant, makes unwanted sexual advances or lecherous observations toward women, including breast-fixated humor and struggles…
How violent is Little Man?
Violence is depicted in a mild-to-moderate slapstick style. Characters are frequently hit with household objects like pans and bats, punched, kicked, and subjected to physical altercations. While the context is comedic, the frequency of people (including…
Is the language in Little Man appropriate for kids?
Moderate profanity is used throughout, including mild obscenities, scatological humor, and various name-calling insults. While it avoids the most severe slurs, the dialogue is consistently crass.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Little Man?
Brief, mild references to drug use and alcohol consumption are present, primarily involving characters drinking in social settings or discussing 'booze'.
What mature themes appear in Little Man?
The film explores themes of deceit, exploitation of trust, and the consequences of criminal behavior. It relies on a premise of abandoning an 'infant' for a heist, which creates a morally dubious narrative core.
How long is Little Man?
Little Man runs 98 minutes, directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, released in 2006.
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