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Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire (2023) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

When the ruthless forces of the Motherworld threaten a quiet farming village on a distant moon, a mysterious outsider becomes its best hope for survival.

Rated PG-13 • 2023 • 2h 14m

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Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire is a gritty space opera featuring stylized violence and themes of authoritarian oppression. Parents should be aware of frequent scenes of armed combat, including stabbings, shootings, and the execution of civilians, alongside brief scenes of sexual harassment and attempted assault. The film centers on Kora, a former soldier leading a rebellion against a fascist regime, and involves mature… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Sofia Boutella
Sofia Boutella
Djimon Hounsou
Djimon Hounsou
Ed Skrein
Ed Skrein
Michiel Huisman
Michiel Huisman
Bae Doona
Bae Doona
Ray Fisher
Ray Fisher
Charlie Hunnam
Charlie Hunnam
Anthony Hopkins
Anthony Hopkins
Staz Nair
Staz Nair
Fra Fee
Fra Fee
Cleopatra Coleman
Cleopatra Coleman
Stuart Martin
Stuart Martin
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Is Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire appropriate for kids?

Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire is a gritty space opera featuring stylized violence and themes of authoritarian oppression. Parents should be aware of frequent scenes of armed combat, including stabbings, shootings, and the execution of civilians, alongside brief scenes… Read more — free account

Content severity in Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire

Sex Strong 6/10
Violence Strong 7/10
Language Strong 6/10
Substances Moderate 4/10
Themes Strong 7/10

What happens in Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire, moment by moment

  1. 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
  2. 0:32 ♥ Sex & Nudity 6/10
  3. 0:35 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
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Sex and nudity in Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire

The film contains a brief scene where Imperial soldiers corner a female villager, Sam, with clear intent to sexually assault her, which is interrupted by Kora. There is no explicit nudity, but the threat of sexual violence is a plot point used to establish the villain's cruelty.

Violence and gore in Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire

The movie is packed with frequent, often stylized sci-fi combat. Characters are shot with laser weaponry, stabbed with swords, and executed at close range. Several scenes show blood, including post-battle aftermaths and combatant dismemberment, though the film avoids extreme gore.

Language in Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire

Profanity is used intermittently throughout the film. You will hear words such as 'f***,' 'sh**,' and various insults consistent with a PG-13 space-war setting.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire

There are brief scenes depicting alcohol use, specifically involving the character Titus, who is initially introduced in a state of drunken stupor.

Mature themes in Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire

The film deals heavily with dark themes, including the genocide of entire planetary populations, child abduction, systemic slavery, and the psychological trauma of being a soldier for a fascist regime.

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Is Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire is a gritty space opera featuring stylized violence and themes of authoritarian oppression. Parents should be aware of frequent scenes of armed combat, including stabbings…

What age rating does Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire have?

Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire about?

Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire is a gritty space opera featuring stylized violence and themes of authoritarian oppression. Parents should be aware of frequent scenes of armed combat, including stabbings, shootings, and the execution of civilians, alongside brief scenes of sexual harassment and attempted…

Is there sex or nudity in Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire?

The film contains a brief scene where Imperial soldiers corner a female villager, Sam, with clear intent to sexually assault her, which is interrupted by Kora. There is no explicit nudity, but the threat of sexual violence is a plot point used to establish…

How violent is Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire?

The movie is packed with frequent, often stylized sci-fi combat. Characters are shot with laser weaponry, stabbed with swords, and executed at close range. Several scenes show blood, including post-battle aftermaths and combatant dismemberment, though the…

Is the language in Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire appropriate for kids?

Profanity is used intermittently throughout the film. You will hear words such as 'f***,' 'sh**,' and various insults consistent with a PG-13 space-war setting.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire?

There are brief scenes depicting alcohol use, specifically involving the character Titus, who is initially introduced in a state of drunken stupor.

What mature themes appear in Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire?

The film deals heavily with dark themes, including the genocide of entire planetary populations, child abduction, systemic slavery, and the psychological trauma of being a soldier for a fascist regime.

How long is Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire?

Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire runs 134 minutes, directed by Zack Snyder, released in 2023.

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