Silent Friend (2026) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In the heart of a botanical garden in a medieval university town in Germany stands a majestic ginkgo tree. This silent witness has observed over a century the quiet rhythms of transformation across three human lives. At three distinct moments across the 20th and 21st centuries, these people — each carrying their own questions and inner struggles — inevitably find themselves drawn into the presence of this tree, full of mystery and meaning.
Rated 6 • 2026 • 2h 27m
Following three individuals across a century, "Silent Friend" is a contemplative and slow-paced drama centered on a ginkgo tree in a German botanical garden. The film's mature content stems not from violence or profanity, which are absent, but from its adult themes. Parents should be aware of thematic material including institutional sexism in the early 20th century, social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic, and a frank, though… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Silent Friend appropriate for kids?
Following three individuals across a century, "Silent Friend" is a contemplative and slow-paced drama centered on a ginkgo tree in a German botanical garden. The film's mature content stems not from violence or profanity, which are absent, but from its adult themes. Parents… Read more — free account
Content severity in Silent Friend
What happens in Silent Friend, moment by moment
- 0:11 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:14 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:28 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in Silent Friend
This category is mild. In one scene, a female student in 1908 is subjected to humiliating interview questions that use the clinical language of plant reproduction as a form of sexist innuendo. In a separate storyline set in 1972, a woman bluntly asks a male friend if he wants to have sex with her; the offer is unexpected but is declined without any nudity or further discussion.
Violence and gore in Silent Friend
Violence is nearly absent. The film contains no fighting, gore, or weapon use. There are two brief moments of conflict: one character angrily pushes others out of a room, and a frustrated janitor breaks a piece of scientific equipment. These moments are brief and involve no physical harm to people.
Language in Silent Friend
No profanity is reported in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Silent Friend
Substance use is moderate and reflects the time periods portrayed. Characters are shown drinking beer and other alcoholic beverages in social settings, such as around a campfire. In the 1972 storyline, several characters smoke cigarettes, including indoors.
Mature themes in Silent Friend
The film is built around mature themes. A significant portion of Grete's 1908 story deals with overt sexism, as she fights for her right to an education and is unfairly judged for her associations. The 2020 storyline explicitly depicts the professional disruption and personal isolation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The central theme across all three narratives is the profound, quiet connection between humanity and the natural world.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Silent Friend appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Silent Friend is best for ages 13+. It's rated 6. Following three individuals across a century, "Silent Friend" is a contemplative and slow-paced drama centered on a ginkgo tree in a German botanical garden. The film's mature content stems not from violence or…
What age rating does Silent Friend have?
Silent Friend is officially rated 6. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Silent Friend about?
Following three individuals across a century, "Silent Friend" is a contemplative and slow-paced drama centered on a ginkgo tree in a German botanical garden. The film's mature content stems not from violence or profanity, which are absent, but from its adult themes. Parents should be aware of thematic material…
Is there sex or nudity in Silent Friend?
This category is mild. In one scene, a female student in 1908 is subjected to humiliating interview questions that use the clinical language of plant reproduction as a form of sexist innuendo. In a separate storyline set in 1972, a woman bluntly asks a male…
How violent is Silent Friend?
Violence is nearly absent. The film contains no fighting, gore, or weapon use. There are two brief moments of conflict: one character angrily pushes others out of a room, and a frustrated janitor breaks a piece of scientific equipment. These moments are brief…
Is the language in Silent Friend appropriate for kids?
No profanity is reported in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Silent Friend?
Substance use is moderate and reflects the time periods portrayed. Characters are shown drinking beer and other alcoholic beverages in social settings, such as around a campfire. In the 1972 storyline, several characters smoke cigarettes, including indoors.
What mature themes appear in Silent Friend?
The film is built around mature themes. A significant portion of Grete's 1908 story deals with overt sexism, as she fights for her right to an education and is unfairly judged for her associations. The 2020 storyline explicitly depicts the professional…
How long is Silent Friend?
Silent Friend runs 147 minutes, directed by Ildikó Enyedi, released in 2026.
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