The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
World War II: a cholera epidemic ravages the streets of Beijing. A crack team of Chinese intelligence agents kidnap a Japanese general and biochemist who may hold the antidote.
Rated M • 2013 • 1h 48m
Set during WWII in Beijing, "The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel" is a black comedy about three unlikely Chinese men who kidnap two Japanese scientists believed to hold the key to stopping a cholera epidemic. The film is unrated but contains content best suited for teens and adults. The primary concerns for parents are its mature themes, which include biological warfare, discussions of mass death from disease, and references to… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel appropriate for kids?
Set during WWII in Beijing, "The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel" is a black comedy about three unlikely Chinese men who kidnap two Japanese scientists believed to hold the key to stopping a cholera epidemic. The film is unrated but contains content best suited for teens and… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel
What happens in The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:22 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel
Sexual content is not a factor in this film. There is no nudity, innuendo, or sexual situations.
Violence and gore in The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel
Violence is moderate and frequently presented with a dark, comedic, or slapstick tone. Early scenes involve chases and characters threatening each other with knives and guns. Later scenes include interrogation that involves coercion and psychological pressure, as well as stylized shootouts with some non-graphic impact.
Language in The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel
The English subtitles contain occasional mild profanity. Expletives are infrequent and not particularly strong.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel
Characters are occasionally shown drinking alcohol, such as sake, within the Japanese restaurant setting. Some characters also smoke cigarettes, consistent with the 1940s period.
Mature themes in The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel
The film is built on mature and serious themes. The central plot revolves around a man-made cholera epidemic, biological warfare, and the activities of the notorious Japanese Unit 731. It deals with kidnapping, interrogation, patriotism versus self-interest, and the grim realities of war, though often filtered through a lens of black comedy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel is best for ages 13+. It's rated M. Set during WWII in Beijing, "The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel" is a black comedy about three unlikely Chinese men who kidnap two Japanese scientists believed to hold the key to stopping a cholera epidemic. The film is…
What age rating does The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel have?
The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel is officially rated M. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel about?
Set during WWII in Beijing, "The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel" is a black comedy about three unlikely Chinese men who kidnap two Japanese scientists believed to hold the key to stopping a cholera epidemic. The film is unrated but contains content best suited for teens and adults. The primary concerns for parents are…
Is there sex or nudity in The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel?
Sexual content is not a factor in this film. There is no nudity, innuendo, or sexual situations.
How violent is The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel?
Violence is moderate and frequently presented with a dark, comedic, or slapstick tone. Early scenes involve chases and characters threatening each other with knives and guns. Later scenes include interrogation that involves coercion and psychological…
Is the language in The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel appropriate for kids?
The English subtitles contain occasional mild profanity. Expletives are infrequent and not particularly strong.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel?
Characters are occasionally shown drinking alcohol, such as sake, within the Japanese restaurant setting. Some characters also smoke cigarettes, consistent with the 1940s period.
What mature themes appear in The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel?
The film is built on mature and serious themes. The central plot revolves around a man-made cholera epidemic, biological warfare, and the activities of the notorious Japanese Unit 731. It deals with kidnapping, interrogation, patriotism versus self-interest…
How long is The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel?
The Chef, The Actor, The Scoundrel runs 108 minutes, directed by Guan Hu, released in 2013.
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