The Bravest (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Based on real life events, the film revolves around the heroic efforts of a team of firefighters as they attempt to deal with a fire that breaks out at an oil refinery in Dalian.
Rated 18 • 2019 • 1h 58m
Based on a real-life event, "The Bravest" is an intense disaster film about firefighters battling a catastrophic oil refinery fire. The film's PG-13 rating is earned through sustained and harrowing sequences of peril, massive explosions, and depictions of injury and death. The strongest content involves intense thematic elements of self-sacrifice, trauma, and grief, as main characters including firefighter Jiang Liwei face seemingly… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Bravest appropriate for kids?
Based on a real-life event, "The Bravest" is an intense disaster film about firefighters battling a catastrophic oil refinery fire. The film's PG-13 rating is earned through sustained and harrowing sequences of peril, massive explosions, and depictions of injury and death. The… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Bravest
What happens in The Bravest, moment by moment
- 0:06 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:16 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:25 🍷 Substances 2/10
Sex and nudity in The Bravest
No sexual content, romance, or nudity is present in the film.
Violence and gore in The Bravest
Violence is strong and pervasive, stemming from the disaster. There are numerous large-scale explosions that throw characters through the air. Firefighters are frequently shown in extreme peril, being trapped by fire, debris, or rising water. Injuries, including burns, are shown but are not overly graphic. Several heroic characters die on-screen, often by being engulfed in flames, though these moments are depicted intensely rather than graphically.
Language in The Bravest
Language is not a significant factor. There are a few uses of mild exclamations like 'hell' or 'damn' during moments of extreme stress, but no strong profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Bravest
Substance use is very minor. A few firefighters are briefly seen smoking cigarettes during moments of downtime or contemplation.
Mature themes in The Bravest
The film contains strong themes of trauma, self-sacrifice, and grief. The main character deals with PTSD from a past fatal accident, which is shown in a flashback. The core of the film revolves around the concept of noble sacrifice, with several characters knowingly giving their lives to save others, leading to emotional and distressing scenes of loss and mourning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Bravest appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Bravest is best for ages 13+. It's rated 18. Based on a real-life event, "The Bravest" is an intense disaster film about firefighters battling a catastrophic oil refinery fire. The film's PG-13 rating is earned through sustained and harrowing sequences of peril…
What age rating does The Bravest have?
The Bravest is officially rated 18. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Bravest about?
Based on a real-life event, "The Bravest" is an intense disaster film about firefighters battling a catastrophic oil refinery fire. The film's PG-13 rating is earned through sustained and harrowing sequences of peril, massive explosions, and depictions of injury and death. The strongest content involves intense…
Is there sex or nudity in The Bravest?
No sexual content, romance, or nudity is present in the film.
How violent is The Bravest?
Violence is strong and pervasive, stemming from the disaster. There are numerous large-scale explosions that throw characters through the air. Firefighters are frequently shown in extreme peril, being trapped by fire, debris, or rising water. Injuries…
Is the language in The Bravest appropriate for kids?
Language is not a significant factor. There are a few uses of mild exclamations like 'hell' or 'damn' during moments of extreme stress, but no strong profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Bravest?
Substance use is very minor. A few firefighters are briefly seen smoking cigarettes during moments of downtime or contemplation.
What mature themes appear in The Bravest?
The film contains strong themes of trauma, self-sacrifice, and grief. The main character deals with PTSD from a past fatal accident, which is shown in a flashback. The core of the film revolves around the concept of noble sacrifice, with several characters…
How long is The Bravest?
The Bravest runs 118 minutes, directed by Tony Chan, released in 2019.
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