Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven (2010) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
One of the most popular saints of all time, St. Philip Neri was widely known for his great charity, deep prayer life, and tremendous humor. Hoping to join St. Ignatius of Loyola's new order of Jesuits and be a missionary to India, Philip was instead guided by Providence to seek out the poor and abandoned youth of Rome to catechize them in the faith and help them find a better life. He became the founder of the religious congregation, the Oratory, that worked with the youth and also labored to re-evangelize a decadent Rome.
Rated NR • 2010 • 3h 20m
This religious biopic about the life of St. Philip Neri in 16th-century Rome is generally suitable for families with older children, but received a PG rating in some regions for its mature thematic content. The film's substantial 200-minute runtime explores serious topics including extreme poverty, caring for the sick and dying, and child abandonment. While violence is minimal and non-graphic, parents should be aware of a few… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven appropriate for kids?
This religious biopic about the life of St. Philip Neri in 16th-century Rome is generally suitable for families with older children, but received a PG rating in some regions for its mature thematic content. The film's substantial 200-minute runtime explores serious topics… Read more — free account
Content severity in Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven
What happens in Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:32 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:51 🍷 Substances 1/10
Sex and nudity in Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven
None. This film contains no sexual content or nudity.
Violence and gore in Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven
Violence is mild and infrequent. It is mostly limited to depictions of the harshness of street life, such as brief scuffles between youths or characters being pushed and threatened. There is no blood or graphic injury shown.
Language in Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven
None. The dialogue is free of profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven
There is some social drinking of wine with meals, which is contextually appropriate for the 16th-century Italian setting.
Mature themes in Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven
Thematic content is the main consideration. The film's central plot revolves around mature topics like ministering to the poor, sick, and dying. Scenes depict child abandonment, extreme poverty, and emotional moments of characters succumbing to illness. These scenes are handled with sensitivity but may be sad for younger viewers.
Scary moments in Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven is best for ages 10+. It's rated NR. This religious biopic about the life of St. Philip Neri in 16th-century Rome is generally suitable for families with older children, but received a PG rating in some regions for its mature thematic content. The film's…
What age rating does Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven have?
Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven about?
This religious biopic about the life of St. Philip Neri in 16th-century Rome is generally suitable for families with older children, but received a PG rating in some regions for its mature thematic content. The film's substantial 200-minute runtime explores serious topics including extreme poverty, caring for the sick…
Is there sex or nudity in Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven?
None. This film contains no sexual content or nudity.
How violent is Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven?
Violence is mild and infrequent. It is mostly limited to depictions of the harshness of street life, such as brief scuffles between youths or characters being pushed and threatened. There is no blood or graphic injury shown.
Is the language in Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven appropriate for kids?
None. The dialogue is free of profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven?
There is some social drinking of wine with meals, which is contextually appropriate for the 16th-century Italian setting.
What mature themes appear in Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven?
Thematic content is the main consideration. The film's central plot revolves around mature topics like ministering to the poor, sick, and dying. Scenes depict child abandonment, extreme poverty, and emotional moments of characters succumbing to illness. These…
How long is Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven?
Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven runs 200 minutes, directed by Giacomo Campiotti, released in 2010.
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