Tales from Earthsea (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Something bizarre has come over the land. The kingdom is deteriorating. People are beginning to act strange... What's even more strange is that people are beginning to see dragons, which shouldn't enter the world of humans. Due to all these bizarre events, Ged, a wandering wizard, is investigating the cause. During his journey, he meets Prince Arren, a young distraught teenage boy. While Arren may look like a shy young teen, he has a severe dark side, which grants him strength, hatred, ruthlessness and has no mercy, especially when… Sign up for the full guide
Rated PG-13 • 2006 • 1h 56m
Tales from Earthsea is a fantasy anime that deals with mature themes of mortality, identity, and the corrupting nature of power. The film depicts significant violence, including a stabbing and an arm amputation, alongside dark, dream-like sequences that may frighten younger or more sensitive viewers. There is brief, implied sexual suggestiveness during a scene involving human trafficking, though nothing explicit occurs. It is… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Tales from Earthsea appropriate for kids?
Tales from Earthsea is a fantasy anime that deals with mature themes of mortality, identity, and the corrupting nature of power. The film depicts significant violence, including a stabbing and an arm amputation, alongside dark, dream-like sequences that may frighten younger or… Read more — free account
Content severity in Tales from Earthsea
What happens in Tales from Earthsea, moment by moment
- 0:08 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:32 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
Sex and nudity in Tales from Earthsea
There is one brief scene in a marketplace where slave traders hold a young girl, making suggestive comments about her and reaching for her clothes before they are interrupted.
Violence and gore in Tales from Earthsea
The film contains moderate fantasy violence. Notable instances include a character stabbing his father with a sword, resulting in visible blood, and a later scene where a villain's hand is severed by a blade, showing the bone without blood. Other sequences feature sword fights, peril from wild animals, and intense magical conflicts.
Language in Tales from Earthsea
There is no profanity or strong language throughout the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Tales from Earthsea
The film features passing, non-explicit references to a lethal, magical drug that is used as a plot device in the underworld of Hort Town.
Mature themes in Tales from Earthsea
The story explores heavy existential themes including the fear of death, the abandonment of one's conscience, and the struggle to maintain internal balance. Characters grapple with guilt over past crimes, self-loathing, and the pursuit of immortality at the cost of one's humanity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tales from Earthsea appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Tales from Earthsea is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Tales from Earthsea is a fantasy anime that deals with mature themes of mortality, identity, and the corrupting nature of power. The film depicts significant violence, including a stabbing and an arm amputation…
What age rating does Tales from Earthsea have?
Tales from Earthsea is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Tales from Earthsea about?
Tales from Earthsea is a fantasy anime that deals with mature themes of mortality, identity, and the corrupting nature of power. The film depicts significant violence, including a stabbing and an arm amputation, alongside dark, dream-like sequences that may frighten younger or more sensitive viewers. There is brief…
Is there sex or nudity in Tales from Earthsea?
There is one brief scene in a marketplace where slave traders hold a young girl, making suggestive comments about her and reaching for her clothes before they are interrupted.
How violent is Tales from Earthsea?
The film contains moderate fantasy violence. Notable instances include a character stabbing his father with a sword, resulting in visible blood, and a later scene where a villain's hand is severed by a blade, showing the bone without blood. Other sequences…
Is the language in Tales from Earthsea appropriate for kids?
There is no profanity or strong language throughout the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Tales from Earthsea?
The film features passing, non-explicit references to a lethal, magical drug that is used as a plot device in the underworld of Hort Town.
What mature themes appear in Tales from Earthsea?
The story explores heavy existential themes including the fear of death, the abandonment of one's conscience, and the struggle to maintain internal balance. Characters grapple with guilt over past crimes, self-loathing, and the pursuit of immortality at the…
How long is Tales from Earthsea?
Tales from Earthsea runs 116 minutes, directed by Goro Miyazaki, released in 2006.
Where can I read the full Tales from Earthsea parent guide?
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