Something New (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Kenya McQueen thought she had it all: a successful career, good friends and family. There was just one thing she didn't have under control: her love life. All that changes when she meets sexy, free-spirited Brian Kelly. But when her ideal man arrives on the scene, Kenya must decide between the relationship everyone expects and the romance no one expected.
Rated PG-13 • 2006 • 1h 39m
Something New received its PG-13 rating primarily for sexual references and mature thematic material. The film centers on Kenya McQueen, a successful Black woman, and her unexpected romance with Brian, a white landscape architect. Parents should be aware of scenes depicting passionate kissing, implied sex without nudity, and moderate sexual innuendo. The film's core conflict stems from its exploration of interracial dating, societal… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Something New appropriate for kids?
Something New received its PG-13 rating primarily for sexual references and mature thematic material. The film centers on Kenya McQueen, a successful Black woman, and her unexpected romance with Brian, a white landscape architect. Parents should be aware of scenes depicting… Read more — free account
Content severity in Something New
What happens in Something New, moment by moment
- 0:02 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:09 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:17 💬 Language 4/10
Sex and nudity in Something New
Content is moderate, aligning with the PG-13 rating for "sexual references." There are several scenes of passionate kissing between the main couple. One scene strongly implies sex, showing a couple kissing and moving towards a bedroom before cutting away; no nudity is shown. Dialogue includes innuendo and frank discussions about dating and relationships among Kenya and her friends. A character is also briefly seen in lingerie.
Violence and gore in Something New
Violence is nearly absent. The film's conflict is entirely verbal and emotional. Characters engage in heated arguments, but there is no physical violence, weaponry, or fighting.
Language in Something New
Some profanity is used, including instances of "shit," "ass," "damn," and "bitch." The dialogue also includes some potentially offensive racial remarks within the context of characters discussing prejudice.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Something New
Social drinking is depicted in several scenes. Characters are shown drinking wine at dinner parties, having cocktails at social gatherings, and drinking beer. There is no drunkenness or any focus on substance abuse.
Mature themes in Something New
The film's primary focus is on mature themes. It directly confronts issues of racial prejudice, both from strangers and from the main character's own friends and family. It explores the pressures of societal expectations, cultural differences in an interracial relationship, and the emotional turmoil of a breakup and reconciliation. These discussions are central to the plot and can be emotionally intense.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Something New appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Something New is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Something New received its PG-13 rating primarily for sexual references and mature thematic material. The film centers on Kenya McQueen, a successful Black woman, and her unexpected romance with Brian, a white landscape…
What age rating does Something New have?
Something New is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Something New about?
Something New received its PG-13 rating primarily for sexual references and mature thematic material. The film centers on Kenya McQueen, a successful Black woman, and her unexpected romance with Brian, a white landscape architect. Parents should be aware of scenes depicting passionate kissing, implied sex without…
Is there sex or nudity in Something New?
Content is moderate, aligning with the PG-13 rating for "sexual references." There are several scenes of passionate kissing between the main couple. One scene strongly implies sex, showing a couple kissing and moving towards a bedroom before cutting away; no…
How violent is Something New?
Violence is nearly absent. The film's conflict is entirely verbal and emotional. Characters engage in heated arguments, but there is no physical violence, weaponry, or fighting.
Is the language in Something New appropriate for kids?
Some profanity is used, including instances of "shit," "ass," "damn," and "bitch." The dialogue also includes some potentially offensive racial remarks within the context of characters discussing prejudice.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Something New?
Social drinking is depicted in several scenes. Characters are shown drinking wine at dinner parties, having cocktails at social gatherings, and drinking beer. There is no drunkenness or any focus on substance abuse.
What mature themes appear in Something New?
The film's primary focus is on mature themes. It directly confronts issues of racial prejudice, both from strangers and from the main character's own friends and family. It explores the pressures of societal expectations, cultural differences in an…
How long is Something New?
Something New runs 99 minutes, directed by Sanaa Hamri, released in 2006.
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