The Blind (2023) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Long before Duck Dynasty's Phil Robertson became a reality TV star, he fell in love with Miss Kay and started a family, but his demons threatened to tear their lives apart. Set in the backwoods swamps of 1960s Louisiana, 'The Blind' shares never-before-revealed moments in Phil's life as he seeks to conquer the shame of his past, ultimately finding redemption in an unlikely place. This stunning cinematic journey chronicles the love story that launched a dynasty, the turmoil that nearly brought it crashing down, and the hope that rose… Sign up for the full guide
Rated PG-13 • 2023 • 1h 50m
The Blind is a PG-13 biopic whose rating is primarily driven by mature thematic content involving a frank depiction of alcoholism and its destructive effect on a family. The film contains pervasive drinking and smoking, with protagonist Phil Robertson's descent into alcohol abuse being the central conflict. Parents should be aware of several emotionally intense scenes of marital strife, including a key moment of drunken verbal abuse… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Blind appropriate for kids?
The Blind is a PG-13 biopic whose rating is primarily driven by mature thematic content involving a frank depiction of alcoholism and its destructive effect on a family. The film contains pervasive drinking and smoking, with protagonist Phil Robertson's descent into alcohol… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Blind
What happens in The Blind, moment by moment
- 0:07 💬 Language 2/10
- 0:15 🍷 Substances 5/10
- 0:24 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Blind
Sexual content is very brief and mild. Phil and Kay are shown kissing and making out passionately in a car; it is implied they have sex as she is later revealed to be pregnant. In another scene, a woman in a bar wearing a revealing top with a bare midriff flirts with Phil.
Violence and gore in The Blind
Violence is minimal and mostly emotional. There are no graphic fights or gore. The film's intensity comes from heated, drunken arguments. In a moment of rage, a character throws and breaks an object, but no one is physically harmed. Some hunting scenes show dead animals, but without graphic detail.
Language in The Blind
Language is very mild for a PG-13 film. There is a single use of "shit" during a bar scene and at least one use of "damn."
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Blind
Substance use is moderate and central to the plot. Phil's struggle with alcoholism is the film's main focus, and there are numerous scenes of him and others drinking beer and liquor, often to the point of severe intoxication. Cigarette smoking by multiple characters is also pervasive throughout the film.
Mature themes in The Blind
The film contains strong and mature thematic material. It centers on the destructive nature of alcoholism, showing how it leads to marital strife, verbal/emotional abuse, poverty, and family breakdown. Themes of shame, despair, infidelity, religious faith, and eventual redemption are central to the story. The depiction of a family in crisis is emotionally intense and may be upsetting for some viewers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Blind appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Blind is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Blind is a PG-13 biopic whose rating is primarily driven by mature thematic content involving a frank depiction of alcoholism and its destructive effect on a family. The film contains pervasive drinking and smoking…
What age rating does The Blind have?
The Blind is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Blind about?
The Blind is a PG-13 biopic whose rating is primarily driven by mature thematic content involving a frank depiction of alcoholism and its destructive effect on a family. The film contains pervasive drinking and smoking, with protagonist Phil Robertson's descent into alcohol abuse being the central conflict. Parents…
Is there sex or nudity in The Blind?
Sexual content is very brief and mild. Phil and Kay are shown kissing and making out passionately in a car; it is implied they have sex as she is later revealed to be pregnant. In another scene, a woman in a bar wearing a revealing top with a bare midriff…
How violent is The Blind?
Violence is minimal and mostly emotional. There are no graphic fights or gore. The film's intensity comes from heated, drunken arguments. In a moment of rage, a character throws and breaks an object, but no one is physically harmed. Some hunting scenes show…
Is the language in The Blind appropriate for kids?
Language is very mild for a PG-13 film. There is a single use of "shit" during a bar scene and at least one use of "damn."
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Blind?
Substance use is moderate and central to the plot. Phil's struggle with alcoholism is the film's main focus, and there are numerous scenes of him and others drinking beer and liquor, often to the point of severe intoxication. Cigarette smoking by multiple…
What mature themes appear in The Blind?
The film contains strong and mature thematic material. It centers on the destructive nature of alcoholism, showing how it leads to marital strife, verbal/emotional abuse, poverty, and family breakdown. Themes of shame, despair, infidelity, religious faith…
How long is The Blind?
The Blind runs 110 minutes, directed by Andrew Hyatt, released in 2023.
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