Reminiscence (2021) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Nicolas Bannister, a rugged and solitary veteran living in a near-future Miami flooded by rising seas, is an expert in a dangerous occupation: he offers clients the chance to relive any memory they desire. His life changes when he meets a mysterious young woman named Mae. What begins as a simple matter of lost and found becomes a passionate love affair. But when a different client's memories implicate Mae in a series of violent crimes, Bannister must delve through the dark world of the past to uncover the truth about the woman he… Sign up for the full guide
Rated PG-13 • 2021 • 1h 56m
Reminiscence is a dark, complex sci-fi noir that earns its PG-13 rating for strong violence, pervasive drug themes, some sexual content, and language. The plot follows a private investigator of memories, Nick Bannister, in a flooded future Miami, and contains shootouts, brutal fights, a drowning, and a character being tortured with a memory of being burned. The story features a central storyline involving addiction to a fictional drug… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Reminiscence appropriate for kids?
Reminiscence is a dark, complex sci-fi noir that earns its PG-13 rating for strong violence, pervasive drug themes, some sexual content, and language. The plot follows a private investigator of memories, Nick Bannister, in a flooded future Miami, and contains shootouts, brutal… Read more — free account
Content severity in Reminiscence
What happens in Reminiscence, moment by moment
- 0:10 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:16 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 5/10
Sex and nudity in Reminiscence
Sexual content is moderate but not graphic. A man and a woman have a non-explicit sex scene, shown with passionate kissing and embracing but no nudity besides a woman's bare back. The woman, Mae, is often seen in revealing nightclub dresses with low necklines and high slits. In one scene, she removes her dress to prepare for the memory procedure, with her bare back and shoulders visible.
Violence and gore in Reminiscence
Violence is strong and sometimes brutal, consistent with its PG-13 rating. There are shootouts, intense fistfights, and scenes of characters being threatened with weapons. Specific moments include a man being drowned in a large tank, another character being shot, and a prolonged fight scene ending with one man nearly drowning another. A character is also psychologically tortured by being forced to endlessly relive a memory of being badly burned.
Language in Reminiscence
Language is used occasionally throughout the film, in line with a PG-13 rating. The word 'shit' is used over twenty times. Other profanity includes multiple uses of 'damn,' 'ass,' 'hell,' 'bitch,' 'son of a bitch,' 'bastard,' and exclamatory uses of 'God' and 'Jesus'. There are no uses of the 'f-word'.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Reminiscence
Substance use is a central and pervasive theme. A main character, Mae, is a former addict of a fictional narcotic called 'baca,' and her addiction is a key plot point. The drug lord who supplies it is a significant character. Characters are shown dealing and using the drug, and a major character dies by a deliberate overdose. Another main character, Watts, has an alcohol addiction and is frequently seen drinking to cope.
Mature themes in Reminiscence
The film explores many dark and mature themes, contributing to its somber, neo-noir tone. Central themes include obsession with the past, loss, and the unreliability of memory. The plot also deals with murder, kidnapping, systemic corruption, and the grim consequences of climate change. A principal character dies by suicide via drug overdose, and another character is sentenced to mindlessly relive his memories as a form of lifelong punishment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Reminiscence appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Reminiscence is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Reminiscence is a dark, complex sci-fi noir that earns its PG-13 rating for strong violence, pervasive drug themes, some sexual content, and language. The plot follows a private investigator of memories, Nick Bannister…
What age rating does Reminiscence have?
Reminiscence is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Reminiscence about?
Reminiscence is a dark, complex sci-fi noir that earns its PG-13 rating for strong violence, pervasive drug themes, some sexual content, and language. The plot follows a private investigator of memories, Nick Bannister, in a flooded future Miami, and contains shootouts, brutal fights, a drowning, and a character being…
Is there sex or nudity in Reminiscence?
Sexual content is moderate but not graphic. A man and a woman have a non-explicit sex scene, shown with passionate kissing and embracing but no nudity besides a woman's bare back. The woman, Mae, is often seen in revealing nightclub dresses with low necklines…
How violent is Reminiscence?
Violence is strong and sometimes brutal, consistent with its PG-13 rating. There are shootouts, intense fistfights, and scenes of characters being threatened with weapons. Specific moments include a man being drowned in a large tank, another character being…
Is the language in Reminiscence appropriate for kids?
Language is used occasionally throughout the film, in line with a PG-13 rating. The word 'shit' is used over twenty times. Other profanity includes multiple uses of 'damn,' 'ass,' 'hell,' 'bitch,' 'son of a bitch,' 'bastard,' and exclamatory uses of 'God' and…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Reminiscence?
Substance use is a central and pervasive theme. A main character, Mae, is a former addict of a fictional narcotic called 'baca,' and her addiction is a key plot point. The drug lord who supplies it is a significant character. Characters are shown dealing and…
What mature themes appear in Reminiscence?
The film explores many dark and mature themes, contributing to its somber, neo-noir tone. Central themes include obsession with the past, loss, and the unreliability of memory. The plot also deals with murder, kidnapping, systemic corruption, and the grim…
How long is Reminiscence?
Reminiscence runs 116 minutes, directed by Lisa Joy, released in 2021.
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