Paperman (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
An urban office worker finds that paper airplanes are instrumental in meeting a girl in ways he never expected.
Rated G • 2012 • 7m
The G-rated animated short "Paperman" is a charming and wordless love story suitable for all audiences. The film's rating reflects its gentle tone and lack of concerning content. The story revolves around an office worker, George, trying to connect with a woman he met briefly, with the help of some magical paper airplanes. Parents should be aware of a brief moment of light, comical peril when George is pushed into traffic, but the… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Paperman appropriate for kids?
The G-rated animated short "Paperman" is a charming and wordless love story suitable for all audiences. The film's rating reflects its gentle tone and lack of concerning content. The story revolves around an office worker, George, trying to connect with a woman he met briefly… Read more — free account
Content severity in Paperman
What happens in Paperman, moment by moment
- 0:01 ♥ Sex & Nudity 1/10
- 0:02 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:03 ⚔ Violence & Gore 1/10
Sex and nudity in Paperman
A very light romantic theme is central to the plot. A woman's paper accidentally flies into a man's face, leaving a lipstick-kiss print on it which he finds charming. The story's entire motivation is the man's quest to meet this woman. There is no sexual content, innuendo, or nudity.
Violence and gore in Paperman
Violence is limited to very mild, slapstick peril played for comedy. The main character is forcefully pushed by a swarm of enchanted paper airplanes. This leads to a brief scene where he is pushed into a busy street and must comically dodge cars, but he is never in real danger and is unharmed.
Language in Paperman
None. The short film is entirely wordless, with no spoken or written profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Paperman
None. No characters are shown drinking, smoking, or using any substances.
Mature themes in Paperman
The primary themes are loneliness, missed connections, and the touch of magic or fate in everyday life. The main character is initially shown in a drab, monotonous office environment, feeling despondent before his quest to find the woman begins. These themes are presented in a very light and accessible way.
Scary moments in Paperman
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Paperman 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 Paperman appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Paperman is best for ages 4+. It's rated G. The G-rated animated short "Paperman" is a charming and wordless love story suitable for all audiences. The film's rating reflects its gentle tone and lack of concerning content. The story revolves around an office…
What age rating does Paperman have?
Paperman is officially rated G. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 4+.
What is Paperman about?
The G-rated animated short "Paperman" is a charming and wordless love story suitable for all audiences. The film's rating reflects its gentle tone and lack of concerning content. The story revolves around an office worker, George, trying to connect with a woman he met briefly, with the help of some magical paper…
Is there sex or nudity in Paperman?
A very light romantic theme is central to the plot. A woman's paper accidentally flies into a man's face, leaving a lipstick-kiss print on it which he finds charming. The story's entire motivation is the man's quest to meet this woman. There is no sexual…
How violent is Paperman?
Violence is limited to very mild, slapstick peril played for comedy. The main character is forcefully pushed by a swarm of enchanted paper airplanes. This leads to a brief scene where he is pushed into a busy street and must comically dodge cars, but he is…
Is the language in Paperman appropriate for kids?
None. The short film is entirely wordless, with no spoken or written profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Paperman?
None. No characters are shown drinking, smoking, or using any substances.
What mature themes appear in Paperman?
The primary themes are loneliness, missed connections, and the touch of magic or fate in everyday life. The main character is initially shown in a drab, monotonous office environment, feeling despondent before his quest to find the woman begins. These themes…
How long is Paperman?
Paperman runs 7 minutes, directed by John Kahrs, released in 2012.
Where can I read the full Paperman parent guide?
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