SPF-18 (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests SPF-18 is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. SPF-18 is a coming-of-age drama set in Malibu that explores the romantic entanglements of Penny Cooper as she navigates her final summer before adulthood. The film received a PG-13 rating primarily due to moderate…

SPF-18 is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

SPF-18 is a coming-of-age drama set in Malibu that explores the romantic entanglements of Penny Cooper as she navigates her final summer before adulthood. The film received a PG-13 rating primarily due to moderate sexual content, including extensive dialogue regarding sexual experiences and brief non-graphic male…

The film features moderate sexual content, including frequent, candid conversations between teenagers about sex, virginity, and romantic expectations. There are several scenes of heavy kissing and making out, as well as instances of implied sexual activity…

None. There is no physical violence, fighting, or aggressive action throughout the duration of the film.

Language is mild, featuring occasional uses of minor profanity consistent with a PG-13 rating.

There are brief, verbal references to a character's past struggles with drug abuse, but no on-screen substance use.

The film focuses on themes of adolescent transition, the loss of virginity, and the emotional complexity of navigating first loves and grief following a parent's death.

SPF-18 runs 75 minutes, directed by Alex Israel, released in 2017.

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