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Reign of Assassins (2010) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Set in ancient China, Zeng Jing is a skilled assassin who finds herself in possession of a mystical Buddhist monk's remains. She begins a quest to return the remains to its rightful resting place, and thus places herself in mortal danger because a team of assassins is in a deadly pursuit to possess the remains which holds an ancient power-wielding secret.

Rated R • 2010 • 1h 57m

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Reign of Assassins is a stylized martial arts wuxia film set in ancient China, following a retired assassin, Zeng Jing, who attempts to shed her violent past. The film is rated R primarily for frequent, stylized, and occasionally bloody swordplay and combat. Parents should be aware of themes involving betrayal, assassination, and the cycle of violence, as well as brief moments of mild sexual suggestion. It is intended for a mature… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Michelle Yeoh
Michelle Yeoh
Jung Woo-sung
Jung Woo-sung
Wang Xueqi
Wang Xueqi
Barbie Hsu
Barbie Hsu
Shawn Yue Man-Lok
Shawn Yue Man-Lok
Kelly Lin Hsi-Lei
Kelly Lin Hsi-Lei
Guo Xiaodong
Guo Xiaodong
Jiang Yiyan
Jiang Yiyan
Leon Dai
Leon Dai
Nina Paw Hei-Ching
Nina Paw Hei-Ching
King Shih-chieh
King Shih-chieh
Li Zonghan
Li Zonghan
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Is Reign of Assassins appropriate for kids?

Reign of Assassins is a stylized martial arts wuxia film set in ancient China, following a retired assassin, Zeng Jing, who attempts to shed her violent past. The film is rated R primarily for frequent, stylized, and occasionally bloody swordplay and combat. Parents should be… Read more — free account

Content severity in Reign of Assassins

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence Strong 7/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Strong 5/10

What happens in Reign of Assassins, moment by moment

  1. 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
  2. 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
  3. 0:32 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
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Sex and nudity in Reign of Assassins

There are fleeting moments of mild innuendo and suggestive context. A character is shown with their back exposed during a change of appearance, and it is implied that a couple has engaged in sexual relations.

Violence and gore in Reign of Assassins

The film contains frequent, stylized martial arts combat. Characters are frequently dispatched with swords, resulting in visible injuries, stabbings, and blood splatter. Some moments involve darker depictions of harm, such as a character being buried alive.

Language in Reign of Assassins

None. The dialogue does not contain English profanity.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Reign of Assassins

None. There are no instances of substance use depicted on screen.

Mature themes in Reign of Assassins

The narrative explores heavy, mature themes including the burden of guilt, the desire for redemption, systemic corruption within a criminal organization, and the psychological weight of living a double life. Characters frequently struggle with past betrayals and the cyclical nature of violence.

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Is Reign of Assassins appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Reign of Assassins is best for ages 15+. It's rated R. Reign of Assassins is a stylized martial arts wuxia film set in ancient China, following a retired assassin, Zeng Jing, who attempts to shed her violent past. The film is rated R primarily for frequent, stylized, and…

What age rating does Reign of Assassins have?

Reign of Assassins is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.

What is Reign of Assassins about?

Reign of Assassins is a stylized martial arts wuxia film set in ancient China, following a retired assassin, Zeng Jing, who attempts to shed her violent past. The film is rated R primarily for frequent, stylized, and occasionally bloody swordplay and combat. Parents should be aware of themes involving betrayal…

Is there sex or nudity in Reign of Assassins?

There are fleeting moments of mild innuendo and suggestive context. A character is shown with their back exposed during a change of appearance, and it is implied that a couple has engaged in sexual relations.

How violent is Reign of Assassins?

The film contains frequent, stylized martial arts combat. Characters are frequently dispatched with swords, resulting in visible injuries, stabbings, and blood splatter. Some moments involve darker depictions of harm, such as a character being buried alive.

Is the language in Reign of Assassins appropriate for kids?

None. The dialogue does not contain English profanity.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Reign of Assassins?

None. There are no instances of substance use depicted on screen.

What mature themes appear in Reign of Assassins?

The narrative explores heavy, mature themes including the burden of guilt, the desire for redemption, systemic corruption within a criminal organization, and the psychological weight of living a double life. Characters frequently struggle with past betrayals…

How long is Reign of Assassins?

Reign of Assassins runs 117 minutes, directed by Su Chaobin, John Woo, released in 2010.

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