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Period. End of Sentence. (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

In an effort to improve feminine hygiene, a machine that creates low-cost biodegradable sanitary pads is installed in a rural village in Northern India. Using the machine, a group of local women is employed to produce and sell pads, offering them newfound independence and helping to destigmatize menstruation for all.

Rated NR • 2018 • 26m

Age
10+

The short documentary "Period. End of Sentence." follows a group of women in a rural Indian village near Delhi as they learn to manufacture and sell low-cost sanitary pads. The film received a TV-PG rating for its thematic material, which centers entirely on menstruation and the cultural stigma surrounding it. The documentary features frank, educational conversations with women and men about periods, the shame associated with them, and… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

AM
Arunachalam Muruganatham
A
Ajeya
A
Anita
GC
Gouri Choudari
SK
Shabana Khan
P
Preeti
R
Rekha
R
Roksana
S
Shashi
S
Shushma
SS
Sulekha Singh
S
Sneha
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Is Period. End of Sentence. appropriate for kids?

The short documentary "Period. End of Sentence." follows a group of women in a rural Indian village near Delhi as they learn to manufacture and sell low-cost sanitary pads. The film received a TV-PG rating for its thematic material, which centers entirely on menstruation and the… Read more — free account

Content severity in Period. End of Sentence.

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence None 0/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Period. End of Sentence., moment by moment

  1. 0:02 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  2. 0:04 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
  3. 0:06 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
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Sex and nudity in Period. End of Sentence.

There is no sexual activity, nudity, or innuendo. However, the film's entire subject is menstruation. It includes frank discussions with women and girls about their periods, the biological process, and the social shame they are made to feel. Men in the village are also interviewed and express their ignorance or discomfort with the topic. The tone is consistently educational and clinical, aimed at destigmatizing a natural bodily function.

Violence and gore in Period. End of Sentence.

None. The film documents a social and economic struggle, but contains no violence, fighting, or injuries.

Language in Period. End of Sentence.

None. There is no profanity or offensive language used.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Period. End of Sentence.

None. There is no depiction of smoking, drinking, or drug use.

Mature themes in Period. End of Sentence.

The central theme is the powerful social stigma and cultural taboos surrounding menstruation in a rural community, leading to shame and secrecy. The film directly addresses how this lack of knowledge and resources impacts girls' education and women's health. Poverty as a barrier to basic hygiene is a key element. Conversely, the film strongly celebrates themes of female empowerment, entrepreneurship, and financial independence as the women build their own business.

Scary moments in Period. End of Sentence.

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Period. End of Sentence. 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Period. End of Sentence. appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Period. End of Sentence. is best for ages 10+. It's rated NR. The short documentary "Period. End of Sentence." follows a group of women in a rural Indian village near Delhi as they learn to manufacture and sell low-cost sanitary pads. The film received a TV-PG rating for its…

What age rating does Period. End of Sentence. have?

Period. End of Sentence. is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Period. End of Sentence. about?

The short documentary "Period. End of Sentence." follows a group of women in a rural Indian village near Delhi as they learn to manufacture and sell low-cost sanitary pads. The film received a TV-PG rating for its thematic material, which centers entirely on menstruation and the cultural stigma surrounding it. The…

Is there sex or nudity in Period. End of Sentence.?

There is no sexual activity, nudity, or innuendo. However, the film's entire subject is menstruation. It includes frank discussions with women and girls about their periods, the biological process, and the social shame they are made to feel. Men in the…

How violent is Period. End of Sentence.?

None. The film documents a social and economic struggle, but contains no violence, fighting, or injuries.

Is the language in Period. End of Sentence. appropriate for kids?

None. There is no profanity or offensive language used.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Period. End of Sentence.?

None. There is no depiction of smoking, drinking, or drug use.

What mature themes appear in Period. End of Sentence.?

The central theme is the powerful social stigma and cultural taboos surrounding menstruation in a rural community, leading to shame and secrecy. The film directly addresses how this lack of knowledge and resources impacts girls' education and women's health…

How long is Period. End of Sentence.?

Period. End of Sentence. runs 26 minutes, directed by Rayka Zehtabchi, released in 2018.

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