Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America (2022) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
To mark the recent thirtieth anniversary of Sergio Leone’s death, this documentary sets out to pay tribute to one of the great legends of world cinema. The singular artistic vision of Sergio Leone has transcended national borders, creating the Spaghetti Western genre and transforming the international cinematic panorama forever with his innovative stylistic and narrative solutions, which have now become part of the language of the movies. The film, which is enriched with precious archive footage from the Cineteca di Bologna… Sign up for the full guide
Rated NR • 2022 • 1h 47m
This documentary on director Sergio Leone is best for cinephiles and older teens, as its content concerns stem entirely from clips of his classic films. The primary reason for caution is the frequent, stylized violence, including intense gunfights and brutal, though not graphic, deaths characteristic of his Westerns like "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly". The film also explores mature themes of greed, moral ambiguity, and revenge, and… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America appropriate for kids?
This documentary on director Sergio Leone is best for cinephiles and older teens, as its content concerns stem entirely from clips of his classic films. The primary reason for caution is the frequent, stylized violence, including intense gunfights and brutal, though not graphic… Read more — free account
Content severity in Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America
What happens in Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America, moment by moment
- 0:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:18 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America
Sexual content is minimal. One of Leone's later films, "Once Upon a Time in America," contains a scene of sexual assault which may be discussed or shown in a heavily edited, non-explicit clip to illustrate the film's dark themes. Otherwise, sexual content is not a factor.
Violence and gore in Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America
The documentary features numerous clips from Leone's films, which are known for their stylized and impactful violence. Expect tense standoffs, frequent shootouts, and duels where characters are shot and killed. Some scenes are brutal, such as a character being severely beaten or a family (including a child) being murdered, but the violence is generally not gory or graphic by modern standards.
Language in Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America
Language is infrequent and mild. Clips from the films may contain some period-appropriate profanity such as 'hell,' 'damn,' and 'son of a bitch'.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America
Characters in the film clips frequently smoke cigars and cigarettes and drink alcohol, typically whiskey in saloons. This is pervasive throughout the Western film clips, presented as a normal part of the setting and characters' personalities.
Mature themes in Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America
The documentary explores the complex and mature themes central to Leone's work. These include intense greed, nihilism, betrayal, revenge, and the cynical deconstruction of heroism and the American West. His final film, "Once Upon a Time in America," deals with guilt, loss, and the corruption of the American Dream.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. This documentary on director Sergio Leone is best for cinephiles and older teens, as its content concerns stem entirely from clips of his classic films. The primary reason for caution is the frequent, stylized violence…
What age rating does Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America have?
Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America about?
This documentary on director Sergio Leone is best for cinephiles and older teens, as its content concerns stem entirely from clips of his classic films. The primary reason for caution is the frequent, stylized violence, including intense gunfights and brutal, though not graphic, deaths characteristic of his Westerns…
Is there sex or nudity in Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America?
Sexual content is minimal. One of Leone's later films, "Once Upon a Time in America," contains a scene of sexual assault which may be discussed or shown in a heavily edited, non-explicit clip to illustrate the film's dark themes. Otherwise, sexual content is…
How violent is Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America?
The documentary features numerous clips from Leone's films, which are known for their stylized and impactful violence. Expect tense standoffs, frequent shootouts, and duels where characters are shot and killed. Some scenes are brutal, such as a character…
Is the language in Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent and mild. Clips from the films may contain some period-appropriate profanity such as 'hell,' 'damn,' and 'son of a bitch'.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America?
Characters in the film clips frequently smoke cigars and cigarettes and drink alcohol, typically whiskey in saloons. This is pervasive throughout the Western film clips, presented as a normal part of the setting and characters' personalities.
What mature themes appear in Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America?
The documentary explores the complex and mature themes central to Leone's work. These include intense greed, nihilism, betrayal, revenge, and the cynical deconstruction of heroism and the American West. His final film, "Once Upon a Time in America," deals…
How long is Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America?
Sergio Leone: The Italian Who Invented America runs 107 minutes, directed by Francesco Zippel, released in 2022.
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