Our Little Sister (2015) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
After the death of their estranged father, 3 adult sisters invite their teenaged half-sister to live with them.
Rated PG • 2015 • 2h 7m
This gentle Japanese drama tells the story of three adult sisters who adopt their teenage half-sister, Suzu, after their estranged father's death. The film is rated PG for its mature thematic elements, which are the primary content concern. The plot explores grief, parental abandonment, and the fallout from infidelity in a quiet, sensitive manner. There is also social drinking by adults and one scene of a character getting drunk. Due… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Our Little Sister appropriate for kids?
This gentle Japanese drama tells the story of three adult sisters who adopt their teenage half-sister, Suzu, after their estranged father's death. The film is rated PG for its mature thematic elements, which are the primary content concern. The plot explores grief, parental… Read more — free account
Content severity in Our Little Sister
What happens in Our Little Sister, moment by moment
- 0:02 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:15 💬 Language 2/10
Sex and nudity in Our Little Sister
A character is briefly shown in bed with her boyfriend at the beginning of the film; they are under sheets and no nudity is visible. Another scene shows a character's bare shoulders in a bathtub. These moments are non-explicit and very brief.
Violence and gore in Our Little Sister
None. There is no violence or gore in the film.
Language in Our Little Sister
Brief mild language is present. The US PG rating is partially for "brief language," though it is very infrequent and consists of minor exclamations.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Our Little Sister
The adult sisters frequently drink beer and plum wine socially during meals and at home. One supporting character gets drunk at a bar after a difficult day and needs to be helped home by her sister.
Mature themes in Our Little Sister
The film's focus is on mature themes handled with subtlety. The central plot is driven by the death of a parent. Characters grapple with feelings of abandonment by both their father, who left them for another woman, and their mother, who left them shortly after. The legacy of infidelity is a core theme, as one sister is in a relationship with a married man and Suzu deals with the knowledge that she is the child of her father's affair.
Scary moments in Our Little Sister
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Our Little Sister 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 Our Little Sister appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Our Little Sister is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. This gentle Japanese drama tells the story of three adult sisters who adopt their teenage half-sister, Suzu, after their estranged father's death. The film is rated PG for its mature thematic elements, which are the…
What age rating does Our Little Sister have?
Our Little Sister is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Our Little Sister about?
This gentle Japanese drama tells the story of three adult sisters who adopt their teenage half-sister, Suzu, after their estranged father's death. The film is rated PG for its mature thematic elements, which are the primary content concern. The plot explores grief, parental abandonment, and the fallout from infidelity…
Is there sex or nudity in Our Little Sister?
A character is briefly shown in bed with her boyfriend at the beginning of the film; they are under sheets and no nudity is visible. Another scene shows a character's bare shoulders in a bathtub. These moments are non-explicit and very brief.
How violent is Our Little Sister?
None. There is no violence or gore in the film.
Is the language in Our Little Sister appropriate for kids?
Brief mild language is present. The US PG rating is partially for "brief language," though it is very infrequent and consists of minor exclamations.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Our Little Sister?
The adult sisters frequently drink beer and plum wine socially during meals and at home. One supporting character gets drunk at a bar after a difficult day and needs to be helped home by her sister.
What mature themes appear in Our Little Sister?
The film's focus is on mature themes handled with subtlety. The central plot is driven by the death of a parent. Characters grapple with feelings of abandonment by both their father, who left them for another woman, and their mother, who left them shortly…
How long is Our Little Sister?
Our Little Sister runs 127 minutes, directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda, released in 2015.
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