Polaroid (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
High school loner Bird Fitcher has no idea what dark secrets are tied to the mysterious Polaroid vintage camera she stumbles upon, but it doesn't take long to discover that those who have their picture taken meet a tragic end. Bird and her friends must survive one more night as they race to solve the mystery of the haunted Polaroid before it kills them all.
Rated PG-13 • 2019 • 1h 28m
Polaroid is a supernatural horror film that earns its PG-13 rating with frequent jump scares and moderate terror. The plot, centered on a haunted camera that kills its subjects, leads to several on-screen deaths, including a character's neck being snapped and another's arm catching fire. The film's darkest content lies in its mature thematic elements, which include revelations of suicide and parental sexual abuse discussed in dialogue… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Polaroid appropriate for kids?
Polaroid is a supernatural horror film that earns its PG-13 rating with frequent jump scares and moderate terror. The plot, centered on a haunted camera that kills its subjects, leads to several on-screen deaths, including a character's neck being snapped and another's arm… Read more — free account
Content severity in Polaroid
What happens in Polaroid, moment by moment
- 0:05 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:18 🍷 Substances 4/10
- 0:26 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
Sex and nudity in Polaroid
A character is briefly shown in lingerie while taking a photo of herself early in the film. Later, it is revealed through dialogue that a central backstory character was being sexually abused by her father, who possessed 'inappropriate' and 'nude' photos of her. These photos are discussed as a plot point but are never shown on screen. There is no sexual activity or nudity.
Violence and gore in Polaroid
Violence is moderate and consists of supernatural horror. The entity kills several teenagers, and while the attacks are not graphically gory, they are startling. Key moments include a character's neck being audibly snapped, another character's arm spontaneously combusting, a person being magically injured when their photo is stabbed, and people being grabbed and killed by a shadowy figure. The threat of death is constant and several deaths occur on screen.
Language in Polaroid
Language is mostly mild throughout the film. There are scattered uses of words like "hell" and "ass." However, there is one prominent use of the word "f--k" spoken by the main character during the final confrontation.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Polaroid
There is a scene set at a high school costume party where teenagers are shown drinking beer from red plastic cups. This is the primary instance of substance use in the film.
Mature themes in Polaroid
The film explores several mature and disturbing themes. The core plot involves a vengeful spirit, murder, and high-stakes peril. The backstory contains significant thematic weight, including discussions of bullying, a character's suicide, and an explicit revelation of long-term parental sexual abuse, which is a key part of the movie's mystery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polaroid appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Polaroid is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Polaroid is a supernatural horror film that earns its PG-13 rating with frequent jump scares and moderate terror. The plot, centered on a haunted camera that kills its subjects, leads to several on-screen deaths…
What age rating does Polaroid have?
Polaroid is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Polaroid about?
Polaroid is a supernatural horror film that earns its PG-13 rating with frequent jump scares and moderate terror. The plot, centered on a haunted camera that kills its subjects, leads to several on-screen deaths, including a character's neck being snapped and another's arm catching fire. The film's darkest content…
Is there sex or nudity in Polaroid?
A character is briefly shown in lingerie while taking a photo of herself early in the film. Later, it is revealed through dialogue that a central backstory character was being sexually abused by her father, who possessed 'inappropriate' and 'nude' photos of…
How violent is Polaroid?
Violence is moderate and consists of supernatural horror. The entity kills several teenagers, and while the attacks are not graphically gory, they are startling. Key moments include a character's neck being audibly snapped, another character's arm…
Is the language in Polaroid appropriate for kids?
Language is mostly mild throughout the film. There are scattered uses of words like "hell" and "ass." However, there is one prominent use of the word "f--k" spoken by the main character during the final confrontation.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Polaroid?
There is a scene set at a high school costume party where teenagers are shown drinking beer from red plastic cups. This is the primary instance of substance use in the film.
What mature themes appear in Polaroid?
The film explores several mature and disturbing themes. The core plot involves a vengeful spirit, murder, and high-stakes peril. The backstory contains significant thematic weight, including discussions of bullying, a character's suicide, and an explicit…
How long is Polaroid?
Polaroid runs 88 minutes, directed by Lars Klevberg, released in 2019.
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