Pina (2011) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Pina is a feature-length dance film in 3D with the ensemble of the Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch, featuring the unique and inspiring art of the great German choreographer, who died in the summer of 2009.
Rated PG • 2011 • 1h 46m
This visually striking performance film celebrates the work of choreographer Pina Bausch. The PG rating is due to some artistic sensuality and brief partial nudity, not violence or language. Several dance sequences feature performers in thin, sheer outfits, and one dancer is briefly seen topless from behind. The film's most intense sequence, a performance of "The Rite of Spring," involves a woman being ritualistically swarmed and… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Pina appropriate for kids?
This visually striking performance film celebrates the work of choreographer Pina Bausch. The PG rating is due to some artistic sensuality and brief partial nudity, not violence or language. Several dance sequences feature performers in thin, sheer outfits, and one dancer is… Read more — free account
Content severity in Pina
What happens in Pina, moment by moment
- 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:27 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
Sex and nudity in Pina
Content is artistic and sensual rather than sexual. In several dance numbers, female performers wear thin, sheer slips where the outlines of their breasts are visible. In one brief scene, a dancer is seen topless from the back and side, showing her bare back and the side of her breast. Another scene involves a woman being handled and touched all over by a group of men, which is non-sexual but thematically intense.
Violence and gore in Pina
There is no conventional violence or gore. Some of the modern dance pieces include forceful, aggressive movements, such as dancers pushing each other or throwing themselves against walls. These moments are clearly part of the choreography and are expressive and stylized, not intended to depict brutal fights.
Language in Pina
Language is not a concern. The film contains no profanity or strong language in either its minimal dialogue or the accompanying song lyrics.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Pina
Substance use is very mild. One of the dancers is shown briefly smoking a cigarette during an interview segment. The lyrics of a background song also contain a passing, non-descriptive reference to cannabis.
Mature themes in Pina
The film explores complex themes of love, loneliness, desire, fear, and human connection through the medium of dance. The most intense thematic content is in the performance of "The Rite of Spring," which depicts a primal ritual sacrifice. This sequence involves mob dynamics, terror, and societal pressure, as a lone woman is chosen and then aggressively surrounded by the group.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pina appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Pina is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG. This visually striking performance film celebrates the work of choreographer Pina Bausch. The PG rating is due to some artistic sensuality and brief partial nudity, not violence or language. Several dance sequences…
What age rating does Pina have?
Pina is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is Pina about?
This visually striking performance film celebrates the work of choreographer Pina Bausch. The PG rating is due to some artistic sensuality and brief partial nudity, not violence or language. Several dance sequences feature performers in thin, sheer outfits, and one dancer is briefly seen topless from behind. The…
Is there sex or nudity in Pina?
Content is artistic and sensual rather than sexual. In several dance numbers, female performers wear thin, sheer slips where the outlines of their breasts are visible. In one brief scene, a dancer is seen topless from the back and side, showing her bare back…
How violent is Pina?
There is no conventional violence or gore. Some of the modern dance pieces include forceful, aggressive movements, such as dancers pushing each other or throwing themselves against walls. These moments are clearly part of the choreography and are expressive…
Is the language in Pina appropriate for kids?
Language is not a concern. The film contains no profanity or strong language in either its minimal dialogue or the accompanying song lyrics.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Pina?
Substance use is very mild. One of the dancers is shown briefly smoking a cigarette during an interview segment. The lyrics of a background song also contain a passing, non-descriptive reference to cannabis.
What mature themes appear in Pina?
The film explores complex themes of love, loneliness, desire, fear, and human connection through the medium of dance. The most intense thematic content is in the performance of "The Rite of Spring," which depicts a primal ritual sacrifice. This sequence…
How long is Pina?
Pina runs 106 minutes, directed by Wim Wenders, released in 2011.
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