Marie's Story (2014) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Marie Heurtin is born both blind and deaf. Sister Marguerette wins her trust and teaches her how to express herself.
Rated PG • 2014 • 1h 35m
Based on a true story, this French-language film follows the journey of Marie Heurtin, a girl born deaf and blind in the late 19th century, and the patient nun, Sister Marguerette, who teaches her to communicate. The film is rated PG for its intense and mature thematic material. Parents should be aware of several emotionally distressing scenes depicting Marie's initial, violent frustration, where she flails, bites, and struggles… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Marie's Story appropriate for kids?
Based on a true story, this French-language film follows the journey of Marie Heurtin, a girl born deaf and blind in the late 19th century, and the patient nun, Sister Marguerette, who teaches her to communicate. The film is rated PG for its intense and mature thematic material… Read more — free account
Content severity in Marie's Story
What happens in Marie's Story, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:20 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in Marie's Story
None. The film contains no sexual content, nudity, or innuendo.
Violence and gore in Marie's Story
Violence is moderate and entirely situational, stemming from Marie's frustration. In the first half of the film, unable to communicate, she acts out physically by biting, kicking, flailing, and throwing objects. She is shown having intense tantrums and is sometimes physically restrained by Sister Marguerette (e.g., tied to a chair or tree) for her own safety and to facilitate learning. These scenes are not graphic but are emotionally distressing to watch.
Language in Marie's Story
None. The film is in French with English subtitles and contains no profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Marie's Story
None. There are no depictions of alcohol, tobacco, or drug use.
Mature themes in Marie's Story
Mature themes are the film's core content. The narrative deals extensively with disability, isolation, and the struggle to communicate. The second half of the film focuses heavily on a main character's terminal illness, declining health, and eventual death. Themes of faith, perseverance, grief, and the concept of an afterlife are central to the story and are presented in a direct and emotionally impactful way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Marie's Story appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Marie's Story is best for ages 11+. It's rated PG. Based on a true story, this French-language film follows the journey of Marie Heurtin, a girl born deaf and blind in the late 19th century, and the patient nun, Sister Marguerette, who teaches her to communicate. The…
What age rating does Marie's Story have?
Marie's Story is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 11+.
What is Marie's Story about?
Based on a true story, this French-language film follows the journey of Marie Heurtin, a girl born deaf and blind in the late 19th century, and the patient nun, Sister Marguerette, who teaches her to communicate. The film is rated PG for its intense and mature thematic material. Parents should be aware of several…
Is there sex or nudity in Marie's Story?
None. The film contains no sexual content, nudity, or innuendo.
How violent is Marie's Story?
Violence is moderate and entirely situational, stemming from Marie's frustration. In the first half of the film, unable to communicate, she acts out physically by biting, kicking, flailing, and throwing objects. She is shown having intense tantrums and is…
Is the language in Marie's Story appropriate for kids?
None. The film is in French with English subtitles and contains no profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Marie's Story?
None. There are no depictions of alcohol, tobacco, or drug use.
What mature themes appear in Marie's Story?
Mature themes are the film's core content. The narrative deals extensively with disability, isolation, and the struggle to communicate. The second half of the film focuses heavily on a main character's terminal illness, declining health, and eventual death…
How long is Marie's Story?
Marie's Story runs 95 minutes, directed by Jean-Pierre Améris, released in 2014.
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