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St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor (2007) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Giuseppe Moscati, Doctor saint of Naples, was a doctor of the early twentieth century, from an aristocratic family devoted his career to serving the poor. The film focuses on the human side, partially leaving aside the spiritual part.

Rated NR • 2007 • 3h 20m

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This unrated biographical drama about the life of Dr. Giuseppe Moscati is intended for mature audiences due to its serious themes and some notable content. The film's rating is driven by a non-explicit sexual scene involving brief nudity, as well as moderate medical violence, including images of bloody injuries and patient suffering. Thematic elements are strong, focusing on death, widespread disease, and the grim realities of poverty… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Giuseppe Fiorello
Giuseppe Fiorello
Kasia Smutniak
Kasia Smutniak
Ettore Bassi
Ettore Bassi
Carmine Borrino
Carmine Borrino
Paola Casella
Paola Casella
Giorgio Colangeli
Giorgio Colangeli
Marco Gambino
Marco Gambino
Emanuela Grimalda
Emanuela Grimalda
Paolo Casiraghi
Paolo Casiraghi
Giuseppe Zeno
Giuseppe Zeno
Antonella Stefanucci
Antonella Stefanucci
Italo Celoro
Italo Celoro
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Is St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor appropriate for kids?

This unrated biographical drama about the life of Dr. Giuseppe Moscati is intended for mature audiences due to its serious themes and some notable content. The film's rating is driven by a non-explicit sexual scene involving brief nudity, as well as moderate medical violence… Read more — free account

Content severity in St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor

Sex Strong 6/10
Violence Strong 6/10
Language None 0/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Strong 7/10

What happens in St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor, moment by moment

  1. 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
  2. 0:28 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
  3. 0:41 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
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Sex and nudity in St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor

Contains one moderate scene of sexuality. A man and a woman are shown in bed together, caressing and kissing. Brief, non-explicit nudity includes views of the man's and woman's buttocks, her back, and a side view of her breast. Other content is limited to discussions about a woman's inability to get pregnant and a scene of a woman going into labor without any graphic detail.

Violence and gore in St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor

Violence is moderate and primarily medical in nature. Throughout the film, characters are shown with injuries and suffering from diseases like cholera. Some scenes feature blood and open wounds in a hospital context. A major sequence involves the aftermath of a volcanic eruption, showing many injured and dying people in a state of panic and chaos.

Language in St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor

No profanity is used in the film.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor

Substance use is mild and reflects the time period. Characters are occasionally seen smoking cigarettes or pipes, and wine is consumed socially during meals or gatherings. There is no depiction of substance abuse.

Mature themes in St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor

The film explores strong and mature themes. Central to the story are depictions of extreme poverty, suffering, and death. Several scenes show patients, including children, dying from illness or injury. The film also addresses professional ethics, personal sacrifice, the emotional toll of medical work, and a cholera epidemic. Later scenes touch upon the rise of fascism.

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Is St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. This unrated biographical drama about the life of Dr. Giuseppe Moscati is intended for mature audiences due to its serious themes and some notable content. The film's rating is driven by a non-explicit sexual scene…

What age rating does St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor have?

St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor about?

This unrated biographical drama about the life of Dr. Giuseppe Moscati is intended for mature audiences due to its serious themes and some notable content. The film's rating is driven by a non-explicit sexual scene involving brief nudity, as well as moderate medical violence, including images of bloody injuries and…

Is there sex or nudity in St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor?

Contains one moderate scene of sexuality. A man and a woman are shown in bed together, caressing and kissing. Brief, non-explicit nudity includes views of the man's and woman's buttocks, her back, and a side view of her breast. Other content is limited to…

How violent is St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor?

Violence is moderate and primarily medical in nature. Throughout the film, characters are shown with injuries and suffering from diseases like cholera. Some scenes feature blood and open wounds in a hospital context. A major sequence involves the aftermath of…

Is the language in St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor appropriate for kids?

No profanity is used in the film.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor?

Substance use is mild and reflects the time period. Characters are occasionally seen smoking cigarettes or pipes, and wine is consumed socially during meals or gatherings. There is no depiction of substance abuse.

What mature themes appear in St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor?

The film explores strong and mature themes. Central to the story are depictions of extreme poverty, suffering, and death. Several scenes show patients, including children, dying from illness or injury. The film also addresses professional ethics, personal…

How long is St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor?

St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor runs 200 minutes, directed by Giacomo Campiotti, released in 2007.

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