Mohenjo Daro (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
During the Indus valley civilization, an Indigo farmer strives for the justice and protection of the city of Mohenjo-Daro and its civilians from an evil politician.
Rated 12 • 2016 • 2h 56m
Set during the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, "Mohenjo Daro" is a historical action-adventure that received its Unrated status due to content that would likely fall in the PG-13 range. The film's primary content concerns are its frequent and sometimes brutal sequences of action violence, which include a crocodile attack, intense arena combat, and multiple on-screen deaths with some blood shown. The story follows Sarman, a young… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Mohenjo Daro appropriate for kids?
Set during the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, "Mohenjo Daro" is a historical action-adventure that received its Unrated status due to content that would likely fall in the PG-13 range. The film's primary content concerns are its frequent and sometimes brutal sequences of… Read more — free account
Content severity in Mohenjo Daro
What happens in Mohenjo Daro, moment by moment
- 0:06 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:44 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
Sex and nudity in Mohenjo Daro
Content is mild and limited to a central romance. The leads share a few sensuous but non-explicit scenes and a single kiss. The female lead, Chaani, wears some outfits that reveal cleavage, but there is no nudity or sexual innuendo.
Violence and gore in Mohenjo Daro
The film contains several sequences of strong, stylized violence. In an early scene, a man fights and kills a large crocodile with a trident. There are multiple brawls, sword fights, and spear fights. A significant sequence involves brutal arena combat against two large 'cannibal' warriors, one of whom is killed. Multiple characters, including a priest and a primary villain, are stabbed and killed on-screen, with some blood shown at the wound or from the mouth.
Language in Mohenjo Daro
None. The dialogue is free of profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Mohenjo Daro
None. There is no depiction of alcohol, tobacco, or illicit drug use.
Mature themes in Mohenjo Daro
The film features strong themes of political corruption and tyranny, with a ruler exploiting his people. It also deals with rebellion, justice, murder (including of a parent figure in backstory), betrayal, and a forced marriage plotline. The film's climax is built around mass peril from a natural disaster, showing a city being destroyed by a flood and its people desperately trying to escape.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mohenjo Daro appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Mohenjo Daro is best for ages 13+. It's rated 12. Set during the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, "Mohenjo Daro" is a historical action-adventure that received its Unrated status due to content that would likely fall in the PG-13 range. The film's primary content…
What age rating does Mohenjo Daro have?
Mohenjo Daro is officially rated 12. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Mohenjo Daro about?
Set during the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, "Mohenjo Daro" is a historical action-adventure that received its Unrated status due to content that would likely fall in the PG-13 range. The film's primary content concerns are its frequent and sometimes brutal sequences of action violence, which include a crocodile…
Is there sex or nudity in Mohenjo Daro?
Content is mild and limited to a central romance. The leads share a few sensuous but non-explicit scenes and a single kiss. The female lead, Chaani, wears some outfits that reveal cleavage, but there is no nudity or sexual innuendo.
How violent is Mohenjo Daro?
The film contains several sequences of strong, stylized violence. In an early scene, a man fights and kills a large crocodile with a trident. There are multiple brawls, sword fights, and spear fights. A significant sequence involves brutal arena combat…
Is the language in Mohenjo Daro appropriate for kids?
None. The dialogue is free of profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Mohenjo Daro?
None. There is no depiction of alcohol, tobacco, or illicit drug use.
What mature themes appear in Mohenjo Daro?
The film features strong themes of political corruption and tyranny, with a ruler exploiting his people. It also deals with rebellion, justice, murder (including of a parent figure in backstory), betrayal, and a forced marriage plotline. The film's climax is…
How long is Mohenjo Daro?
Mohenjo Daro runs 176 minutes, directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, released in 2016.
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