Minari (2021) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A Korean American family moves to an Arkansas farm in search of its own American dream. Amidst the challenges of this new life in the strange and rugged Ozarks, they discover the undeniable resilience of family and what really makes a home.
Rated PG-13 • 2021 • 1h 55m
A Korean-American family moves to Arkansas in the 1980s to start a farm. A deeply personal, autobiographical film — tender, funny, and quietly devastating. The PG-13 rating is appropriate. A grandmother's stroke and its consequences are the film's most difficult element. One of the most warmly human films on this list.
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Is Minari appropriate for kids?
A Korean-American family moves to Arkansas in the 1980s to start a farm. A deeply personal, autobiographical film — tender, funny, and quietly devastating. The PG-13 rating is appropriate. A grandmother's stroke and its consequences are the film's most difficult element. One of… Read more — free account
Content severity in Minari
What happens in Minari, moment by moment
- 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:45 💬 Language 2/10
- 0:45 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in Minari
There is no sexual content or nudity depicted in the film, adhering to its focus on family dynamics and agricultural life. The relationship between the parents is portrayed through emotional conflict and dialogue rather than physical intimacy. No suggestive jokes or sexual references are present in the script.
Violence and gore in Minari
A grandmother's stroke — sudden and frightening, depicted with real impact. A fire. No conventional violence.
Language in Minari
The film contains infrequent use of mild to moderate profanity, including a few instances of the f-word and several uses of 'bitch' and 'damn.' The dialogue is generally realistic and consistent with the PG-13 rating's allowances for grounded family dramas. Much of the tension is conveyed through subtitled Korean, which maintains a respectful but emotionally charged tone.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Minari
There is no significant use of illegal drugs or alcohol abuse presented as a focal point of the story. While adult characters may be seen in social settings, there are no depictions of intoxication or heavy smoking. The film's narrative remains focused on the family's survival and farming endeavors rather than substance-related themes.
Mature themes in Minari
The immigrant experience — the gap between the American dream and agricultural reality. A marriage under strain from financial pressure and differing visions of success. A child's relationship with a grandmother very different from the grandmothers in American films. Resilience and adaptation. A genuinely hopeful film.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Minari appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Minari is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG-13. A Korean-American family moves to Arkansas in the 1980s to start a farm. A deeply personal, autobiographical film — tender, funny, and quietly devastating. The PG-13 rating is appropriate. A grandmother's stroke and its…
What age rating does Minari have?
Minari is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is Minari about?
A Korean-American family moves to Arkansas in the 1980s to start a farm. A deeply personal, autobiographical film — tender, funny, and quietly devastating. The PG-13 rating is appropriate. A grandmother's stroke and its consequences are the film's most difficult element. One of the most warmly human films on this list.
Is there sex or nudity in Minari?
There is no sexual content or nudity depicted in the film, adhering to its focus on family dynamics and agricultural life. The relationship between the parents is portrayed through emotional conflict and dialogue rather than physical intimacy. No suggestive…
How violent is Minari?
A grandmother's stroke — sudden and frightening, depicted with real impact. A fire. No conventional violence.
Is the language in Minari appropriate for kids?
The film contains infrequent use of mild to moderate profanity, including a few instances of the f-word and several uses of 'bitch' and 'damn.' The dialogue is generally realistic and consistent with the PG-13 rating's allowances for grounded family dramas…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Minari?
There is no significant use of illegal drugs or alcohol abuse presented as a focal point of the story. While adult characters may be seen in social settings, there are no depictions of intoxication or heavy smoking. The film's narrative remains focused on the…
What mature themes appear in Minari?
The immigrant experience — the gap between the American dream and agricultural reality. A marriage under strain from financial pressure and differing visions of success. A child's relationship with a grandmother very different from the grandmothers in…
How long is Minari?
Minari runs 115 minutes, directed by Lee Isaac Chung, released in 2020.
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