Love & Friendship (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
From Jane Austen’s novella, the beautiful and cunning Lady Susan Vernon visits the estate of her in-laws to wait out colorful rumors of her dalliances and to find husbands for herself and her daughter. Two young men, handsome Reginald DeCourcy and wealthy Sir James Martin, severely complicate her plans.
Rated PG-13 • 2016 • 1h 34m
Based on a Jane Austen novella, "Love & Friendship" earns its PG rating for mature thematic elements centered on social manipulation and infidelity. The film follows the cunning widow Lady Susan Vernon as she schemes to secure wealthy husbands for herself and her daughter in 1790s England. Parents should be aware that the entire plot revolves around discussions of off-screen affairs, deception, and a mother emotionally manipulating her… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Love & Friendship appropriate for kids?
Based on a Jane Austen novella, "Love & Friendship" earns its PG rating for mature thematic elements centered on social manipulation and infidelity. The film follows the cunning widow Lady Susan Vernon as she schemes to secure wealthy husbands for herself and her daughter in… Read more — free account
Content severity in Love & Friendship
What happens in Love & Friendship, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:18 ♥ Sex & Nudity 1/10
Sex and nudity in Love & Friendship
Sexual content consists entirely of dialogue and thematic suggestion. The central plot involves Lady Susan's reputation for having affairs ("dalliances") with married men, which is discussed frequently but never shown. A character has a child out of wedlock, which is implied but not explicitly stated. Some period-appropriate dresses show mild cleavage. There are no sex scenes or nudity.
Violence and gore in Love & Friendship
None. The film is a comedy of manners driven by dialogue and social scheming. There are no scenes of violence, fighting, or gore.
Language in Love & Friendship
None. The dialogue is formal and witty, consistent with the 18th-century setting, and contains no profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Love & Friendship
Essentially none. Characters are occasionally shown drinking wine at dinner parties or social gatherings, but this is always in the background and typical for the historical period. There is no focus on alcohol, and no scenes of drunkenness or substance abuse.
Mature themes in Love & Friendship
Thematic elements are the primary reason for the PG rating. The film explores mature themes of manipulation, marital infidelity, and social climbing for financial security. A central conflict involves a mother, Lady Susan, attempting to force her unwilling daughter into a loveless marriage. The film presents a cynical view of relationships, where deception is a tool for survival and personal gain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Love & Friendship appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Love & Friendship is best for ages 11+. It's rated PG-13. Based on a Jane Austen novella, "Love & Friendship" earns its PG rating for mature thematic elements centered on social manipulation and infidelity. The film follows the cunning widow Lady Susan Vernon as she schemes to…
What age rating does Love & Friendship have?
Love & Friendship is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 11+.
What is Love & Friendship about?
Based on a Jane Austen novella, "Love & Friendship" earns its PG rating for mature thematic elements centered on social manipulation and infidelity. The film follows the cunning widow Lady Susan Vernon as she schemes to secure wealthy husbands for herself and her daughter in 1790s England. Parents should be aware that…
Is there sex or nudity in Love & Friendship?
Sexual content consists entirely of dialogue and thematic suggestion. The central plot involves Lady Susan's reputation for having affairs ("dalliances") with married men, which is discussed frequently but never shown. A character has a child out of wedlock…
How violent is Love & Friendship?
None. The film is a comedy of manners driven by dialogue and social scheming. There are no scenes of violence, fighting, or gore.
Is the language in Love & Friendship appropriate for kids?
None. The dialogue is formal and witty, consistent with the 18th-century setting, and contains no profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Love & Friendship?
Essentially none. Characters are occasionally shown drinking wine at dinner parties or social gatherings, but this is always in the background and typical for the historical period. There is no focus on alcohol, and no scenes of drunkenness or substance abuse.
What mature themes appear in Love & Friendship?
Thematic elements are the primary reason for the PG rating. The film explores mature themes of manipulation, marital infidelity, and social climbing for financial security. A central conflict involves a mother, Lady Susan, attempting to force her unwilling…
How long is Love & Friendship?
Love & Friendship runs 94 minutes, directed by Whit Stillman, released in 2016.
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