Silver Linings Playbook (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
After losing his job and wife, and spending time in an institution, a former teacher winds up living with his parents. He wants to rebuild his life and reconcile with his wife, but his father would be happy if he shared his obsession with the Philadelphia Eagles. Things get complicated when he meets Tiffany Maxwell who offers to help him reconnect with his wife if he will do something very important for her in exchange.
Rated R • 2012 • 2h 2m
Silver Linings Playbook explores the volatile emotional journey of Pat Solitano Jr., a man with bipolar disorder navigating life after institutionalization. Parents should be aware that the film is rated R primarily for pervasive, strong profanity and intense emotional content involving mental health crises. The narrative includes scenes of domestic fighting, flashbacks to a violent assault, and sexual situations involving nudity. This… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Silver Linings Playbook appropriate for kids?
Silver Linings Playbook explores the volatile emotional journey of Pat Solitano Jr., a man with bipolar disorder navigating life after institutionalization. Parents should be aware that the film is rated R primarily for pervasive, strong profanity and intense emotional content… Read more — free account
Content severity in Silver Linings Playbook
What happens in Silver Linings Playbook, moment by moment
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:18 ♥ Sex & Nudity 7/10
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in Silver Linings Playbook
The film includes a few scenes of sexual intimacy, including a flashback showing a man and woman naked in a shower. Other moments involve suggestive dialogue about sex and instances of characters in revealing dance attire.
Violence and gore in Silver Linings Playbook
Violence is largely limited to specific, intense bursts. This includes brief but brutal flashbacks of a man beating a rival, showing impacts and blood. There is also a chaotic, minor brawl between football fans and a scene where a father physically confronts his son.
Language in Silver Linings Playbook
The film features pervasive, strong language throughout. The 'f-word' is used frequently, along with other common expletives and insults.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Silver Linings Playbook
Alcohol consumption is a recurring element, often depicted as a coping mechanism for the characters. There are also repeated references to the use and adjustment of prescription psychiatric medications.
Mature themes in Silver Linings Playbook
The story deals heavily with mental illness, including bipolar disorder and depression. It portrays the difficulty of navigating family dynamics, the trauma of infidelity, and the challenges of recovering from a violent past.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Silver Linings Playbook appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Silver Linings Playbook is best for ages 15+. It's rated R. Silver Linings Playbook explores the volatile emotional journey of Pat Solitano Jr., a man with bipolar disorder navigating life after institutionalization. Parents should be aware that the film is rated R primarily for…
What age rating does Silver Linings Playbook have?
Silver Linings Playbook is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.
What is Silver Linings Playbook about?
Silver Linings Playbook explores the volatile emotional journey of Pat Solitano Jr., a man with bipolar disorder navigating life after institutionalization. Parents should be aware that the film is rated R primarily for pervasive, strong profanity and intense emotional content involving mental health crises. The…
Is there sex or nudity in Silver Linings Playbook?
The film includes a few scenes of sexual intimacy, including a flashback showing a man and woman naked in a shower. Other moments involve suggestive dialogue about sex and instances of characters in revealing dance attire.
How violent is Silver Linings Playbook?
Violence is largely limited to specific, intense bursts. This includes brief but brutal flashbacks of a man beating a rival, showing impacts and blood. There is also a chaotic, minor brawl between football fans and a scene where a father physically confronts…
Is the language in Silver Linings Playbook appropriate for kids?
The film features pervasive, strong language throughout. The 'f-word' is used frequently, along with other common expletives and insults.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Silver Linings Playbook?
Alcohol consumption is a recurring element, often depicted as a coping mechanism for the characters. There are also repeated references to the use and adjustment of prescription psychiatric medications.
What mature themes appear in Silver Linings Playbook?
The story deals heavily with mental illness, including bipolar disorder and depression. It portrays the difficulty of navigating family dynamics, the trauma of infidelity, and the challenges of recovering from a violent past.
How long is Silver Linings Playbook?
Silver Linings Playbook runs 122 minutes, directed by David O. Russell, released in 2012.
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