Say Anything... (1989) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Average student and eternal optimist Lloyd Dobler seeks to capture the heart of Diane Court, a beautiful but unattainable valedictorian classmate. He surprises just about everyone - including himself - when she returns the sentiment. However, Diane's divorced, over-protective father soon begins to disapprove of the match, and Lloyd realises that it's going to take more than just the power of love to conquer all.
Rated PG-13 • 1989 • 1h 40m
An optimistic high school graduate pursues a romance with the class valedictorian while her father faces a federal investigation. Rated PG-13, the film is recommended for ages 13 and up due to its depiction of a sexual relationship and moderate profanity. The story also explores mature themes involving legal ethics and complicated family loyalties.
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Is Say Anything... appropriate for kids?
An optimistic high school graduate pursues a romance with the class valedictorian while her father faces a federal investigation. Rated PG-13, the film is recommended for ages 13 and up due to its depiction of a sexual relationship and moderate profanity. The story also explores… Read more — free account
Content severity in Say Anything...
What happens in Say Anything..., moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:15 💬 Language 3/10
- 0:45 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in Say Anything...
A sexual relationship between the leads — the film treats it with appropriate gravity.
Violence and gore in Say Anything...
None.
Language in Say Anything...
Moderate language consistent with PG-13.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Say Anything...
None.
Mature themes in Say Anything...
'I gave her my heart and she gave me a pen.' Lloyd Dobler as one of cinema's great romantic idealists. A father's distorted love for his daughter. The boombox scene is one of cinema's most iconic images.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Say Anything... appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Say Anything... is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. An optimistic high school graduate pursues a romance with the class valedictorian while her father faces a federal investigation. Rated PG-13, the film is recommended for ages 13 and up due to its depiction of a sexual…
What age rating does Say Anything... have?
Say Anything... is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Say Anything... about?
An optimistic high school graduate pursues a romance with the class valedictorian while her father faces a federal investigation. Rated PG-13, the film is recommended for ages 13 and up due to its depiction of a sexual relationship and moderate profanity. The story also explores mature themes involving legal ethics…
Is there sex or nudity in Say Anything...?
A sexual relationship between the leads — the film treats it with appropriate gravity.
How violent is Say Anything...?
None.
Is the language in Say Anything... appropriate for kids?
Moderate language consistent with PG-13.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Say Anything...?
None.
What mature themes appear in Say Anything...?
'I gave her my heart and she gave me a pen.' Lloyd Dobler as one of cinema's great romantic idealists. A father's distorted love for his daughter. The boombox scene is one of cinema's most iconic images.
How long is Say Anything...?
Say Anything... runs 100 minutes, directed by Cameron Crowe, released in 1989.
Where can I read the full Say Anything... parent guide?
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