Monsters (2010) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Six years ago NASA discovered the possibility of alien life within our solar system. A probe was launched to collect samples, but crashed upon re-entry over Central America. Soon after, new life forms began to appear and half of Mexico was quarantined as an infected zone. Today, the American and Mexican military still struggle to contain "the creatures," while a journalist agrees to escort a shaken tourist through the infected zone in Mexico to the safety of the U.S. border.
Rated R • 2010 • 1h 34m
Monsters is a low-budget, character-driven sci-fi drama that follows a journalist escorting his employer's daughter through a quarantine zone in Mexico where extraterrestrial creatures have proliferated. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive profanity and scenes of intense atmosphere and grim discovery. Parents should be aware of moderate violence involving military conflict and the aftermath of creature attacks, including… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Monsters appropriate for kids?
Monsters is a low-budget, character-driven sci-fi drama that follows a journalist escorting his employer's daughter through a quarantine zone in Mexico where extraterrestrial creatures have proliferated. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive profanity and scenes of intense… Read more — free account
Content severity in Monsters
What happens in Monsters, moment by moment
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:28 💬 Language 5/10
- 0:35 🍷 Substances 3/10
Sex and nudity in Monsters
A man and a woman share a brief kiss, and in one scene, a couple is shown lying in bed under covers with minimal context. There is no explicit nudity or sexual activity.
Violence and gore in Monsters
Violence is moderate and often revolves around the aftermath of creature encounters. Scenes include crashed vehicles, dead bodies in the wreckage, and a brief, non-graphic glimpse of a corpse with exposed ribs. The film's conclusion features a military airstrike that results in implied death.
Language in Monsters
Moderate. Characters use profanity including 'shit' and 'f-word' periodically throughout the dialogue to reflect the gritty, desperate nature of their journey.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Monsters
Alcohol consumption occurs in the context of the characters' travels and nightlife, primarily as a means for the protagonists to unwind during their journey.
Mature themes in Monsters
The film deals with themes of abandonment, the trauma of war, and the loss of life. The sight of a dead child in the wreckage of a village may be distressing to some viewers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Monsters appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Monsters is best for ages 14+. It's rated R. Monsters is a low-budget, character-driven sci-fi drama that follows a journalist escorting his employer's daughter through a quarantine zone in Mexico where extraterrestrial creatures have proliferated. The film is…
What age rating does Monsters have?
Monsters is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 14+.
What is Monsters about?
Monsters is a low-budget, character-driven sci-fi drama that follows a journalist escorting his employer's daughter through a quarantine zone in Mexico where extraterrestrial creatures have proliferated. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive profanity and scenes of intense atmosphere and grim discovery. Parents…
Is there sex or nudity in Monsters?
A man and a woman share a brief kiss, and in one scene, a couple is shown lying in bed under covers with minimal context. There is no explicit nudity or sexual activity.
How violent is Monsters?
Violence is moderate and often revolves around the aftermath of creature encounters. Scenes include crashed vehicles, dead bodies in the wreckage, and a brief, non-graphic glimpse of a corpse with exposed ribs. The film's conclusion features a military…
Is the language in Monsters appropriate for kids?
Moderate. Characters use profanity including 'shit' and 'f-word' periodically throughout the dialogue to reflect the gritty, desperate nature of their journey.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Monsters?
Alcohol consumption occurs in the context of the characters' travels and nightlife, primarily as a means for the protagonists to unwind during their journey.
What mature themes appear in Monsters?
The film deals with themes of abandonment, the trauma of war, and the loss of life. The sight of a dead child in the wreckage of a village may be distressing to some viewers.
How long is Monsters?
Monsters runs 94 minutes, directed by Gareth Edwards, released in 2010.
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