One Man Band (2005) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
With one coin to make a wish at the piazza fountain, a peasant girl encounters two competing street performers who'd prefer the coin find its way into their tip jars. The little girl, Tippy, is caught in the middle as a musical duel ensues between the one-man-bands.
Rated G • 2005 • 5m
This G-rated, dialogue-free Pixar short is suitable for all ages. "One Man Band" tells the story of two street musicians, Bass and Treble, whose aggressive competition for a coin from a little girl named Tippy causes her to lose it. The film's rating is due to its completely benign nature, with no sexual content, language, or substance use. The only content of note is very mild slapstick conflict and a brief moment where the girl is… Sign up for the full guide
Is One Man Band appropriate for kids?
This G-rated, dialogue-free Pixar short is suitable for all ages. "One Man Band" tells the story of two street musicians, Bass and Treble, whose aggressive competition for a coin from a little girl named Tippy causes her to lose it. The film's rating is due to its completely… Read more — free account
Content severity in One Man Band
What happens in One Man Band, moment by moment
- 0:02 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:03 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:04 🔥 Mature Themes 1/10
Sex and nudity in One Man Band
None. This animated short contains no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
Violence and gore in One Man Band
The violence is extremely mild and purely slapstick. The two rival musicians engage in an increasingly aggressive and loud musical "duel," getting in each other's faces and playing instruments inches from the girl, causing her to cower. All conflict is comedic and without injury.
Language in One Man Band
None. The film is dialogue-free.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in One Man Band
None. There is no use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs.
Mature themes in One Man Band
Themes are light, revolving around rivalry and consequences. The two performers' selfish competition leads to the little girl losing her coin, causing her a moment of genuine sadness. The story resolves with a theme of mild, clever retribution when she earns her own reward and denies it to the men who wronged her.
Scary moments in One Man Band
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for One Man Band 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 One Man Band appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests One Man Band is best for ages 3+. It's rated G. This G-rated, dialogue-free Pixar short is suitable for all ages. "One Man Band" tells the story of two street musicians, Bass and Treble, whose aggressive competition for a coin from a little girl named Tippy causes…
What age rating does One Man Band have?
One Man Band is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 3+.
What is One Man Band about?
This G-rated, dialogue-free Pixar short is suitable for all ages. "One Man Band" tells the story of two street musicians, Bass and Treble, whose aggressive competition for a coin from a little girl named Tippy causes her to lose it. The film's rating is due to its completely benign nature, with no sexual content…
Is there sex or nudity in One Man Band?
None. This animated short contains no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
How violent is One Man Band?
The violence is extremely mild and purely slapstick. The two rival musicians engage in an increasingly aggressive and loud musical "duel," getting in each other's faces and playing instruments inches from the girl, causing her to cower. All conflict is…
Is the language in One Man Band appropriate for kids?
None. The film is dialogue-free.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in One Man Band?
None. There is no use of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs.
What mature themes appear in One Man Band?
Themes are light, revolving around rivalry and consequences. The two performers' selfish competition leads to the little girl losing her coin, causing her a moment of genuine sadness. The story resolves with a theme of mild, clever retribution when she earns…
How long is One Man Band?
One Man Band runs 5 minutes, directed by Mark Andrews, Andrew Jimenez, released in 2005.
Where can I read the full One Man Band parent guide?
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