Song to Song (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In this modern love story set against the Austin, Texas music scene, two entangled couples — struggling songwriters Faye and BV, and music mogul Cook and the waitress whom he ensnares — chase success through a rock ‘n’ roll landscape of seduction and betrayal.
Rated R • 2017 • 2h 9m
Song to Song is an R-rated drama set within the Austin music scene that explores the volatile romantic entanglements of four interconnected individuals, including Faye and Cook. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive sexual content, including explicit scenes and nudity, as well as moderate drug use and coarse language. Viewers should be aware that the narrative relies heavily on themes of infidelity, emotional manipulation, and… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Song to Song appropriate for kids?
Song to Song is an R-rated drama set within the Austin music scene that explores the volatile romantic entanglements of four interconnected individuals, including Faye and Cook. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive sexual content, including explicit scenes and nudity, as… Read more — free account
Content severity in Song to Song
What happens in Song to Song, moment by moment
- 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 7/10
- 0:28 🍷 Substances 5/10
- 0:42 ♥ Sex & Nudity 8/10
Sex and nudity in Song to Song
The film contains frequent and explicit sexual content. This includes scenes of sexual intercourse, including a lengthy threesome, as well as two distinct lesbian sex scenes featuring manual stimulation. Nudity is pervasive, including full-frontal female nudity, breasts, and buttocks throughout the film, in addition to brief shots of sexual dolls and provocative imagery.
Violence and gore in Song to Song
Violence is mild and sporadic. There is a scene where two women wrestle and slap each other on a bed, as well as a scene where a man uses a chainsaw to destroy a speaker. A performer is also shown pushing scissors through his nose, and there is chaotic energy in a mosh pit at a concert.
Language in Song to Song
Language is moderate, featuring approximately 11 uses of the F-word, along with isolated uses of 'shit' and 'ass'. Much of the dialogue is incidental to crowded party scenes.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Song to Song
Drug and alcohol use are depicted throughout the film. Characters are shown consuming alcohol at parties, and there is a specific instance of a woman consuming psychedelic mushrooms. A dealer is briefly shown offering drugs, and characters are frequently observed smoking.
Mature themes in Song to Song
The film deals with mature themes including infidelity, the dissolution of relationships, emotional desperation, and the hedonistic lifestyle of the music industry. The suicide of a supporting character is a major narrative point, serving as a dark catalyst for the protagonist's realizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Song to Song appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Song to Song is best for ages 17+. It's rated R. Song to Song is an R-rated drama set within the Austin music scene that explores the volatile romantic entanglements of four interconnected individuals, including Faye and Cook. The film is rated R primarily for…
What age rating does Song to Song have?
Song to Song is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is Song to Song about?
Song to Song is an R-rated drama set within the Austin music scene that explores the volatile romantic entanglements of four interconnected individuals, including Faye and Cook. The film is rated R primarily for pervasive sexual content, including explicit scenes and nudity, as well as moderate drug use and coarse…
Is there sex or nudity in Song to Song?
The film contains frequent and explicit sexual content. This includes scenes of sexual intercourse, including a lengthy threesome, as well as two distinct lesbian sex scenes featuring manual stimulation. Nudity is pervasive, including full-frontal female…
How violent is Song to Song?
Violence is mild and sporadic. There is a scene where two women wrestle and slap each other on a bed, as well as a scene where a man uses a chainsaw to destroy a speaker. A performer is also shown pushing scissors through his nose, and there is chaotic energy…
Is the language in Song to Song appropriate for kids?
Language is moderate, featuring approximately 11 uses of the F-word, along with isolated uses of 'shit' and 'ass'. Much of the dialogue is incidental to crowded party scenes.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Song to Song?
Drug and alcohol use are depicted throughout the film. Characters are shown consuming alcohol at parties, and there is a specific instance of a woman consuming psychedelic mushrooms. A dealer is briefly shown offering drugs, and characters are frequently…
What mature themes appear in Song to Song?
The film deals with mature themes including infidelity, the dissolution of relationships, emotional desperation, and the hedonistic lifestyle of the music industry. The suicide of a supporting character is a major narrative point, serving as a dark catalyst…
How long is Song to Song?
Song to Song runs 129 minutes, directed by Terrence Malick, released in 2017.
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