The Colors Within (2024) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Totsuko is a high school student with the ability to see the 'colors' of others. Colors of bliss, excitement, and serenity, plus a color she treasures as her favorite. Kimi, a classmate at her school, gives off the most beautiful color of all. Although she doesn't play an instrument, Totsuko forms a band with Kimi and Rui, a quiet music enthusiast they meet at a used bookstore in a far corner of town. As they practice at an old church on a remote island, music brings them together, forming friendships and stirring affections.
Rated PG • 2024 • 1h 41m
The Colors Within is a gentle, visually expressive anime film about a high school student named Totsuko who perceives the world through colors. She forms an unlikely band with two classmates, exploring themes of friendship, identity, and the challenges of growing up. The movie is rated PG for mild thematic elements related to personal development and student life. It is highly suitable for most families, with no significant concerns… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Colors Within appropriate for kids?
The Colors Within is a gentle, visually expressive anime film about a high school student named Totsuko who perceives the world through colors. She forms an unlikely band with two classmates, exploring themes of friendship, identity, and the challenges of growing up. The movie… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Colors Within
What happens in The Colors Within, moment by moment
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
- 0:22 ⚔ Violence & Gore 2/10
- 0:55 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
Sex and nudity in The Colors Within
There is no sexual content. Some characters wear school uniforms or modest athletic attire that occasionally leaves legs exposed, but this is non-sexual and typical for the genre.
Violence and gore in The Colors Within
Violence is minimal and incidental. There is one brief scene of school-age sports play involving an accidental injury, and the background includes static religious imagery.
Language in The Colors Within
There is no profanity in this film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Colors Within
There is no substance use in this film.
Mature themes in The Colors Within
The film deals with mild themes of personal anxiety, artistic expression, and navigating complex teenage relationships. These themes are handled with a gentle, supportive tone appropriate for all ages.
Scary moments in The Colors Within
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Colors Within yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Colors Within appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Colors Within is best for ages 6+. It's rated PG. The Colors Within is a gentle, visually expressive anime film about a high school student named Totsuko who perceives the world through colors. She forms an unlikely band with two classmates, exploring themes of…
What age rating does The Colors Within have?
The Colors Within is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 6+.
What is The Colors Within about?
The Colors Within is a gentle, visually expressive anime film about a high school student named Totsuko who perceives the world through colors. She forms an unlikely band with two classmates, exploring themes of friendship, identity, and the challenges of growing up. The movie is rated PG for mild thematic elements…
Is there sex or nudity in The Colors Within?
There is no sexual content. Some characters wear school uniforms or modest athletic attire that occasionally leaves legs exposed, but this is non-sexual and typical for the genre.
How violent is The Colors Within?
Violence is minimal and incidental. There is one brief scene of school-age sports play involving an accidental injury, and the background includes static religious imagery.
Is the language in The Colors Within appropriate for kids?
There is no profanity in this film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Colors Within?
There is no substance use in this film.
What mature themes appear in The Colors Within?
The film deals with mild themes of personal anxiety, artistic expression, and navigating complex teenage relationships. These themes are handled with a gentle, supportive tone appropriate for all ages.
How long is The Colors Within?
The Colors Within runs 101 minutes, directed by Naoko Yamada, released in 2024.
Where can I read the full The Colors Within parent guide?
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