Tatami (2024) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Iranian female judokas Leila and her coach Maryam, travel to the Judo World Championship, intent on bringing home Iran’s first gold medal. Midway through the Judo World Championships, they receive an ultimatum from the Islamic Republic ordering Leila to fake an injury and lose, or she will be branded a traitor of the state. With her own and her family’s freedom at stake, Leila is faced with an impossible choice: comply with the Iranian regime as her coach Maryam implores her to do, or fight on, for the gold.
Rated NR • 2024 • 1h 44m
Tatami follows Leila, an Iranian judoka competing in the World Championships, who is pressured by her government to forfeit to avoid facing an Israeli athlete. The film is a taut political thriller that explores themes of state oppression, personal agency, and the heavy consequences of defiance. It is best suited for mature audiences and older teens who can navigate sustained psychological tension and high-stakes moral dilemmas… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Tatami appropriate for kids?
Tatami follows Leila, an Iranian judoka competing in the World Championships, who is pressured by her government to forfeit to avoid facing an Israeli athlete. The film is a taut political thriller that explores themes of state oppression, personal agency, and the heavy… Read more — free account
Content severity in Tatami
What happens in Tatami, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:28 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:42 💬 Language 2/10
Sex and nudity in Tatami
There is no sexual content in the film.
Violence and gore in Tatami
Violence is limited to the physical contact inherent in judo matches. These sequences are competitive, athletic, and intense, but do not contain graphic injury or gore.
Language in Tatami
Language is infrequent and mild, consisting of brief heated exchanges between coaches and officials.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Tatami
There is no substance use depicted in the film.
Mature themes in Tatami
The film centers on severe political pressure, the threat of state-sanctioned retribution against family members, and the moral crisis of an athlete forced to choose between her conscience and her safety. The authoritarian environment creates a pervasive sense of fear and entrapment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tatami appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Tatami is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. Tatami follows Leila, an Iranian judoka competing in the World Championships, who is pressured by her government to forfeit to avoid facing an Israeli athlete. The film is a taut political thriller that explores themes…
What age rating does Tatami have?
Tatami is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Tatami about?
Tatami follows Leila, an Iranian judoka competing in the World Championships, who is pressured by her government to forfeit to avoid facing an Israeli athlete. The film is a taut political thriller that explores themes of state oppression, personal agency, and the heavy consequences of defiance. It is best suited for…
Is there sex or nudity in Tatami?
There is no sexual content in the film.
How violent is Tatami?
Violence is limited to the physical contact inherent in judo matches. These sequences are competitive, athletic, and intense, but do not contain graphic injury or gore.
Is the language in Tatami appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent and mild, consisting of brief heated exchanges between coaches and officials.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Tatami?
There is no substance use depicted in the film.
What mature themes appear in Tatami?
The film centers on severe political pressure, the threat of state-sanctioned retribution against family members, and the moral crisis of an athlete forced to choose between her conscience and her safety. The authoritarian environment creates a pervasive…
How long is Tatami?
Tatami runs 104 minutes, directed by Guy Nattiv, Zar Amir Ebrahimi, released in 2024.
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