Manuelita (1999) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Animated Argentine film about a young girl turtle who gets lost on a balloon trip.
Rated NR • 1999 • 1h 26m
Manuelita is an unrated animated adventure from Argentina best suited for young children. The film's primary content concerns involve mild peril and themes of separation from family. The main character, a young turtle named Manuelita, is accidentally carried away in a hot air balloon, gets lost at sea, is briefly held by bumbling pirate pigs, and is later tricked by a dishonest fashion agent in Paris. There are also brief scenes of… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Manuelita appropriate for kids?
Manuelita is an unrated animated adventure from Argentina best suited for young children. The film's primary content concerns involve mild peril and themes of separation from family. The main character, a young turtle named Manuelita, is accidentally carried away in a hot air… Read more — free account
Content severity in Manuelita
What happens in Manuelita, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:06 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
Sex and nudity in Manuelita
None. There is no sexual content, nudity, or innuendo. The film features a sweet, innocent romance between two young turtles that culminates in a wedding.
Violence and gore in Manuelita
Very mild and stylized cartoon violence. Early on, some dogs bully Manuelita, and Bartolito gets into a brief scuffle to defend her. Pirate pigs capture Manuelita but are portrayed as bumbling rather than threatening; their ship sinks in a non-violent, comical way with no injuries. A mischievous bird pops Manuelita's balloon, causing her to fall (safely) into the ocean.
Language in Manuelita
None. There is no profanity in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Manuelita
None. There is no depiction of smoking, drinking, or drug use.
Mature themes in Manuelita
The main themes are being lost, separation from family, homesickness, and finding your way back. There are also smaller themes of bullying (which is resolved quickly), friendship, courage, and perseverance. A fashion agent in Paris betrays Manuelita's trust by stealing her money and sabotaging her career, but this is handled without intensity.
Scary moments in Manuelita
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Manuelita 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 Manuelita appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Manuelita is best for ages 4+. It's rated NR. Manuelita is an unrated animated adventure from Argentina best suited for young children. The film's primary content concerns involve mild peril and themes of separation from family. The main character, a young turtle…
What age rating does Manuelita have?
Manuelita is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 4+.
What is Manuelita about?
Manuelita is an unrated animated adventure from Argentina best suited for young children. The film's primary content concerns involve mild peril and themes of separation from family. The main character, a young turtle named Manuelita, is accidentally carried away in a hot air balloon, gets lost at sea, is briefly held…
Is there sex or nudity in Manuelita?
None. There is no sexual content, nudity, or innuendo. The film features a sweet, innocent romance between two young turtles that culminates in a wedding.
How violent is Manuelita?
Very mild and stylized cartoon violence. Early on, some dogs bully Manuelita, and Bartolito gets into a brief scuffle to defend her. Pirate pigs capture Manuelita but are portrayed as bumbling rather than threatening; their ship sinks in a non-violent…
Is the language in Manuelita appropriate for kids?
None. There is no profanity in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Manuelita?
None. There is no depiction of smoking, drinking, or drug use.
What mature themes appear in Manuelita?
The main themes are being lost, separation from family, homesickness, and finding your way back. There are also smaller themes of bullying (which is resolved quickly), friendship, courage, and perseverance. A fashion agent in Paris betrays Manuelita's trust…
How long is Manuelita?
Manuelita runs 86 minutes, directed by Manuel García Ferré, released in 1999.
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