Return (2023) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
"Behind every strong man is a strong woman!", Mumine shouts as her husband is arrested. She has 4 children, she's in her mid-30s, and she's the wife of a Crimean Tatar political prisoner. Muslim Crimean Tatars have been oppressed for a long time. They were deported under Stalin, allowed to return under Gorbachev, and since the occupation of Crimea in 2014 under Putin, they are being persecuted again. "Return" is a portrait of Mumine and Maye, two strong women struggling with the consequences of oppression. Their traditional… Sign up for the full guide
Rated NR • 2023 • 1h 1m
The 2023 documentary "Return" follows two Crimean Tatar women, Mumine and Maye, as they navigate life after their husbands are arrested as political prisoners. The film received no MPAA rating, but its content is best suited for teens and adults due to its mature and emotionally intense subject matter. The primary content concerns are thematic, dealing directly with political persecution, state-sanctioned injustice, and the profound… Sign up for the full guide
Is Return appropriate for kids?
The 2023 documentary "Return" follows two Crimean Tatar women, Mumine and Maye, as they navigate life after their husbands are arrested as political prisoners. The film received no MPAA rating, but its content is best suited for teens and adults due to its mature and emotionally… Read more — free account
Content severity in Return
What happens in Return, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:12 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
- 0:13 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in Return
None. The film is a documentary focused on political and personal struggle, and contains no sexual content, nudity, or innuendo.
Violence and gore in Return
Violence is infrequent and not graphic. The film includes tense but non-bloody scenes of arrests by authorities. The overall feeling is one of intimidation and the threat of state power rather than overt physical violence or combat. Discussions of historical violence and mistreatment occur, but are not shown in graphic detail.
Language in Return
Language is very mild. Given the stressful situations depicted, a few isolated, mild expletives might be uttered in moments of frustration or despair, but there is no strong or frequent profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Return
Substance use is minimal and incidental. In a documentary context, a character may be briefly seen smoking a cigarette during a moment of reflection or stress. There is no focus on substance abuse.
Mature themes in Return
Thematic content is strong and central to the film. It unflinchingly explores political and religious persecution, the separation of families, and the emotional toll of living under an oppressive regime. Scenes of characters expressing deep grief, desperation, and helplessness are frequent and emotionally potent. The film also covers themes of resilience, community, and female strength in the face of systemic injustice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Return appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Return is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. The 2023 documentary "Return" follows two Crimean Tatar women, Mumine and Maye, as they navigate life after their husbands are arrested as political prisoners. The film received no MPAA rating, but its content is best…
What age rating does Return have?
Return is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Return about?
The 2023 documentary "Return" follows two Crimean Tatar women, Mumine and Maye, as they navigate life after their husbands are arrested as political prisoners. The film received no MPAA rating, but its content is best suited for teens and adults due to its mature and emotionally intense subject matter. The primary…
Is there sex or nudity in Return?
None. The film is a documentary focused on political and personal struggle, and contains no sexual content, nudity, or innuendo.
How violent is Return?
Violence is infrequent and not graphic. The film includes tense but non-bloody scenes of arrests by authorities. The overall feeling is one of intimidation and the threat of state power rather than overt physical violence or combat. Discussions of historical…
Is the language in Return appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild. Given the stressful situations depicted, a few isolated, mild expletives might be uttered in moments of frustration or despair, but there is no strong or frequent profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Return?
Substance use is minimal and incidental. In a documentary context, a character may be briefly seen smoking a cigarette during a moment of reflection or stress. There is no focus on substance abuse.
What mature themes appear in Return?
Thematic content is strong and central to the film. It unflinchingly explores political and religious persecution, the separation of families, and the emotional toll of living under an oppressive regime. Scenes of characters expressing deep grief…
How long is Return?
Return runs 61 minutes, directed by Katja Fedulova, released in 2023.
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