Suzume (2022) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Suzume, 17, lost her mother as a little girl. On her way to school, she meets a mysterious young man. But her curiosity unleashes a calamity that endangers the entire population of Japan, and so Suzume embarks on a journey to set things right.
Rated PG • 2022 • 2h 2m
Suzume is an animated fantasy drama centered on a teenage girl who embarks on a journey across Japan to seal mystical doors preventing supernatural calamities. The film carries a PG rating primarily due to its intense depictions of peril, natural disaster aftermaths, and emotional themes surrounding grief and loss. Parents should be aware of scenes showing earthquake destruction, supernatural entities, and character distress, as well… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Suzume appropriate for kids?
Suzume is an animated fantasy drama centered on a teenage girl who embarks on a journey across Japan to seal mystical doors preventing supernatural calamities. The film carries a PG rating primarily due to its intense depictions of peril, natural disaster aftermaths, and… Read more — free account
Content severity in Suzume
What happens in Suzume, moment by moment
- 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:32 💬 Language 2/10
- 0:45 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in Suzume
None. There is one brief shot of a woman in a bath with sensitive areas obscured.
Violence and gore in Suzume
Moderate. Characters face peril, sustain minor scrapes, and exhibit occasional bruising during struggles to seal portals. Action is stylized but carries real-world stakes regarding life and death.
Language in Suzume
Mild. The dialogue includes infrequent uses of 'crap' and other minor expletives.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Suzume
Light. Adult characters are occasionally depicted smoking tobacco, and social alcohol consumption occurs in a bar setting.
Mature themes in Suzume
Strong. The narrative deals heavily with the trauma of losing a parent, the aftermath of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, and feelings of abandonment and grief.
Scary moments in Suzume
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Suzume yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Suzume appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Suzume is best for ages 10+. It's rated PG. Suzume is an animated fantasy drama centered on a teenage girl who embarks on a journey across Japan to seal mystical doors preventing supernatural calamities. The film carries a PG rating primarily due to its intense…
What age rating does Suzume have?
Suzume is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Suzume about?
Suzume is an animated fantasy drama centered on a teenage girl who embarks on a journey across Japan to seal mystical doors preventing supernatural calamities. The film carries a PG rating primarily due to its intense depictions of peril, natural disaster aftermaths, and emotional themes surrounding grief and loss…
Is there sex or nudity in Suzume?
None. There is one brief shot of a woman in a bath with sensitive areas obscured.
How violent is Suzume?
Moderate. Characters face peril, sustain minor scrapes, and exhibit occasional bruising during struggles to seal portals. Action is stylized but carries real-world stakes regarding life and death.
Is the language in Suzume appropriate for kids?
Mild. The dialogue includes infrequent uses of 'crap' and other minor expletives.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Suzume?
Light. Adult characters are occasionally depicted smoking tobacco, and social alcohol consumption occurs in a bar setting.
What mature themes appear in Suzume?
Strong. The narrative deals heavily with the trauma of losing a parent, the aftermath of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, and feelings of abandonment and grief.
How long is Suzume?
Suzume runs 122 minutes, directed by Makoto Shinkai, released in 2022.
Where can I read the full Suzume parent guide?
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