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Skhizein (2008) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Having been struck by a 150-ton meteorite, Henry has to adapt to living precisely ninety-one centimeters from himself.

Rated NR • 2008 • 13m

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Skhizein is a surreal French animated short film about a man named Henry who is physically displaced from his own body after being struck by a meteorite. The film explores themes of mental dissociation and the struggle for normalcy in the face of psychological trauma. Parents should be aware that the film deals with complex existential distress, though it contains no explicit sexual content, harsh language, or substance abuse. It is… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Julien Boisselier
Julien Boisselier
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Théo Grimmeisen
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Mado Debrus
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Is Skhizein appropriate for kids?

Skhizein is a surreal French animated short film about a man named Henry who is physically displaced from his own body after being struck by a meteorite. The film explores themes of mental dissociation and the struggle for normalcy in the face of psychological trauma. Parents… Read more — free account

Content severity in Skhizein

Sex None 0/10
Violence Moderate 3/10
Language None 0/10
Substances None 0/10
Themes Moderate 4/10

What happens in Skhizein, moment by moment

  1. 0:01 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
  2. 0:04 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
  3. 0:07 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
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Sex and nudity in Skhizein

There is no sexual content in this film.

Violence and gore in Skhizein

Violence is limited to the surreal, non-graphic incident where Henry is struck by a meteor, resulting in his physical displacement. There is no gore or realistic physical harm shown.

Language in Skhizein

There is no profanity or offensive language used in the film.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Skhizein

There are no depictions of substance use in the film.

Mature themes in Skhizein

The film deals with intense feelings of dissociation, isolation, and the frustration of being unable to connect with one's physical self or environment. It portrays the breakdown of a man's daily life due to a traumatic, inexplicable event.

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Is Skhizein appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Skhizein is best for ages 11+. It's rated NR. Skhizein is a surreal French animated short film about a man named Henry who is physically displaced from his own body after being struck by a meteorite. The film explores themes of mental dissociation and the struggle…

What age rating does Skhizein have?

Skhizein is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 11+.

What is Skhizein about?

Skhizein is a surreal French animated short film about a man named Henry who is physically displaced from his own body after being struck by a meteorite. The film explores themes of mental dissociation and the struggle for normalcy in the face of psychological trauma. Parents should be aware that the film deals with…

Is there sex or nudity in Skhizein?

There is no sexual content in this film.

How violent is Skhizein?

Violence is limited to the surreal, non-graphic incident where Henry is struck by a meteor, resulting in his physical displacement. There is no gore or realistic physical harm shown.

Is the language in Skhizein appropriate for kids?

There is no profanity or offensive language used in the film.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Skhizein?

There are no depictions of substance use in the film.

What mature themes appear in Skhizein?

The film deals with intense feelings of dissociation, isolation, and the frustration of being unable to connect with one's physical self or environment. It portrays the breakdown of a man's daily life due to a traumatic, inexplicable event.

How long is Skhizein?

Skhizein runs 13 minutes, directed by Jérémy Clapin, released in 2008.

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