Print the Legend (2014) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
3D printing is changing the world – from printing guns and human organs to dismantling the world’s industrial infrastructure by enabling home manufacturing. The 3D Printing revolution has begun. Who will make it?
Rated NR • 2014 • 1h 40m
Print the Legend is a documentary chronicling the race between 3D printing companies like MakerBot and Formlabs to bring the technology to the consumer market. The film is unrated but contains content best suited for teens and adults, aligning with its international ratings of 12 and 15. The primary concerns for parents are mature themes surrounding business ethics and the controversial creation and test-firing of a 3D-printed gun by… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Print the Legend appropriate for kids?
Print the Legend is a documentary chronicling the race between 3D printing companies like MakerBot and Formlabs to bring the technology to the consumer market. The film is unrated but contains content best suited for teens and adults, aligning with its international ratings of… Read more — free account
Content severity in Print the Legend
What happens in Print the Legend, moment by moment
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:21 💬 Language 4/10
- 0:32 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
Sex and nudity in Print the Legend
No sexual content is present.
Violence and gore in Print the Legend
Violence is not depicted against people, but a central storyline follows the creation and testing of a 3D-printed plastic handgun called "The Liberator." There is footage of this firearm being successfully test-fired into a block of ballistic gelatin. The implications of untraceable, downloadable weapons are a key topic of discussion, but the film does not feature gore or violent altercations.
Language in Print the Legend
There are several uses of strong language throughout the documentary, reflecting the high-stress startup environment. This includes multiple uses of "f--k" and "shit," as well as milder profanity. The language is used to express frustration or emphasis during interviews and candid moments.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Print the Legend
There is a brief, incidental scene of social drinking. Characters are shown consuming beer at an office party or a casual social gathering. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
Mature themes in Print the Legend
The film is built around mature and complex themes. It explores the ethics of open-source vs. proprietary technology, corporate betrayal, and the pressures of startup culture. A major focus is the philosophical and political debate surrounding the 2nd Amendment and gun control, framed through the creation of downloadable, untraceable firearms. These topics are presented through interviews and real-world events, requiring a mature understanding of business and politics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Print the Legend appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Print the Legend is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. Print the Legend is a documentary chronicling the race between 3D printing companies like MakerBot and Formlabs to bring the technology to the consumer market. The film is unrated but contains content best suited for…
What age rating does Print the Legend have?
Print the Legend is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Print the Legend about?
Print the Legend is a documentary chronicling the race between 3D printing companies like MakerBot and Formlabs to bring the technology to the consumer market. The film is unrated but contains content best suited for teens and adults, aligning with its international ratings of 12 and 15. The primary concerns for…
Is there sex or nudity in Print the Legend?
No sexual content is present.
How violent is Print the Legend?
Violence is not depicted against people, but a central storyline follows the creation and testing of a 3D-printed plastic handgun called "The Liberator." There is footage of this firearm being successfully test-fired into a block of ballistic gelatin. The…
Is the language in Print the Legend appropriate for kids?
There are several uses of strong language throughout the documentary, reflecting the high-stress startup environment. This includes multiple uses of "f--k" and "shit," as well as milder profanity. The language is used to express frustration or emphasis during…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Print the Legend?
There is a brief, incidental scene of social drinking. Characters are shown consuming beer at an office party or a casual social gathering. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
What mature themes appear in Print the Legend?
The film is built around mature and complex themes. It explores the ethics of open-source vs. proprietary technology, corporate betrayal, and the pressures of startup culture. A major focus is the philosophical and political debate surrounding the 2nd…
How long is Print the Legend?
Print the Legend runs 100 minutes, directed by Luis Lopez, J. Clay Tweel, released in 2014.
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