Summer of 84 (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
After suspecting that their police officer neighbor is a serial killer, a group of teenage friends spend their summer spying on him and gathering evidence, but as they get closer to discovering the truth, things get dangerous.
Rated NR • 2018 • 1h 46m
Summer of 84 is a suspenseful thriller about four teenage friends who suspect their police officer neighbor, Wayne Mackey, is a serial killer terrorizing their community. The film features intense psychological suspense, strong profanity, and scenes of sudden, brutal violence as the boys' investigation turns lethal. It is suitable only for mature teen viewers and adults who can handle themes of abduction, trauma, and realistic malice… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Summer of 84 appropriate for kids?
Summer of 84 is a suspenseful thriller about four teenage friends who suspect their police officer neighbor, Wayne Mackey, is a serial killer terrorizing their community. The film features intense psychological suspense, strong profanity, and scenes of sudden, brutal violence as… Read more — free account
Content severity in Summer of 84
What happens in Summer of 84, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:22 💬 Language 7/10
Sex and nudity in Summer of 84
Mild. The film includes frequent adolescent banter about sexual experiences, as well as a scene where a teen girl is seen from the back after removing her top. A couple shares a kiss, and pornographic magazines are referenced and briefly visible.
Violence and gore in Summer of 84
Strong. The film builds toward a harrowing finale that includes an abduction, a chase through the woods, and two specific acts of lethal violence, including a throat-slitting scene. While not overly gory, the tone is cruel and the deaths are impactful.
Language in Summer of 84
Strong. The dialogue is filled with pervasive profanity throughout, including over two dozen uses of the 'f-word,' along with frequent sexual expletives, insults, and crude slang.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Summer of 84
Mild. Teenage characters are shown drinking alcohol stolen from parents and one underage character is depicted smoking cigarettes regularly.
Mature themes in Summer of 84
Moderate. The film explores dark themes of serial kidnapping, child murder, and the loss of childhood innocence. The psychological betrayal of a trusted community figure, a police officer, adds a layer of dread to the narrative.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Summer of 84 appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Summer of 84 is best for ages 16+. It's rated NR. Summer of 84 is a suspenseful thriller about four teenage friends who suspect their police officer neighbor, Wayne Mackey, is a serial killer terrorizing their community. The film features intense psychological…
What age rating does Summer of 84 have?
Summer of 84 is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 16+.
What is Summer of 84 about?
Summer of 84 is a suspenseful thriller about four teenage friends who suspect their police officer neighbor, Wayne Mackey, is a serial killer terrorizing their community. The film features intense psychological suspense, strong profanity, and scenes of sudden, brutal violence as the boys' investigation turns lethal…
Is there sex or nudity in Summer of 84?
Mild. The film includes frequent adolescent banter about sexual experiences, as well as a scene where a teen girl is seen from the back after removing her top. A couple shares a kiss, and pornographic magazines are referenced and briefly visible.
How violent is Summer of 84?
Strong. The film builds toward a harrowing finale that includes an abduction, a chase through the woods, and two specific acts of lethal violence, including a throat-slitting scene. While not overly gory, the tone is cruel and the deaths are impactful.
Is the language in Summer of 84 appropriate for kids?
Strong. The dialogue is filled with pervasive profanity throughout, including over two dozen uses of the 'f-word,' along with frequent sexual expletives, insults, and crude slang.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Summer of 84?
Mild. Teenage characters are shown drinking alcohol stolen from parents and one underage character is depicted smoking cigarettes regularly.
What mature themes appear in Summer of 84?
Moderate. The film explores dark themes of serial kidnapping, child murder, and the loss of childhood innocence. The psychological betrayal of a trusted community figure, a police officer, adds a layer of dread to the narrative.
How long is Summer of 84?
Summer of 84 runs 106 minutes, directed by Yoann-Karl Whissell, François Simard, Anouk Whissell, released in 2018.
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