The Corporation (2003) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Since the late 18th century American legal decision that the business corporation organizational model is legally a person, it has become a dominant economic, political and social force around the globe. This film takes an in-depth psychological examination of the organization model through various case studies. What the study illustrates is that in the its behaviour, this type of "person" typically acts like a dangerously destructive psychopath without conscience. Furthermore, we see the profound threat this psychopath has for our… Sign up for the full guide
Rated NR • 2003 • 2h 25m
The Corporation is a 2003 documentary that argues the modern business corporation, if analyzed as a person, exhibits the traits of a clinical psychopath. The film is not rated, but its content is best for mature teens and adults due to its intense thematic material, which includes detailed discussions and some archival footage related to industrial disasters, war profiteering (including collaboration with Nazi Germany), and labor… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Corporation appropriate for kids?
The Corporation is a 2003 documentary that argues the modern business corporation, if analyzed as a person, exhibits the traits of a clinical psychopath. The film is not rated, but its content is best for mature teens and adults due to its intense thematic material, which… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Corporation
What happens in The Corporation, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:25 💬 Language 4/10
- 0:35 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in The Corporation
None. The film mentions birth defects resulting from chemical exposure, but there is no sexual content or nudity.
Violence and gore in The Corporation
Contains moderate use of documentary and archival footage. This includes scenes of police clashing with protestors, riots, and images related to war and historical conflicts. The violence is real but not graphically depicted in a sensationalized way.
Language in The Corporation
There are a few uses of profanity scattered throughout the interviews, including 'shit,' 'bullshit,' and 'son-of-a-bitch.' A historical clip shows a sign with the racial segregation term 'coloured'.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Corporation
The film critically discusses the actions of the tobacco and pharmaceutical industries, as well as the use of chemicals like Agent Orange. However, there is no on-screen depiction of smoking, drinking, or illicit drug use.
Mature themes in The Corporation
Themes are very strong and form the core of the film. The central thesis is that the corporation as an entity behaves like a psychopath, showing a disregard for the well-being of others and a reckless disregard for safety. Specific topics include war profiteering, environmental catastrophes, exploitation of workers, and the harmful effects of mass marketing on children.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Corporation appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Corporation is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. The Corporation is a 2003 documentary that argues the modern business corporation, if analyzed as a person, exhibits the traits of a clinical psychopath. The film is not rated, but its content is best for mature teens…
What age rating does The Corporation have?
The Corporation is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Corporation about?
The Corporation is a 2003 documentary that argues the modern business corporation, if analyzed as a person, exhibits the traits of a clinical psychopath. The film is not rated, but its content is best for mature teens and adults due to its intense thematic material, which includes detailed discussions and some…
Is there sex or nudity in The Corporation?
None. The film mentions birth defects resulting from chemical exposure, but there is no sexual content or nudity.
How violent is The Corporation?
Contains moderate use of documentary and archival footage. This includes scenes of police clashing with protestors, riots, and images related to war and historical conflicts. The violence is real but not graphically depicted in a sensationalized way.
Is the language in The Corporation appropriate for kids?
There are a few uses of profanity scattered throughout the interviews, including 'shit,' 'bullshit,' and 'son-of-a-bitch.' A historical clip shows a sign with the racial segregation term 'coloured'.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Corporation?
The film critically discusses the actions of the tobacco and pharmaceutical industries, as well as the use of chemicals like Agent Orange. However, there is no on-screen depiction of smoking, drinking, or illicit drug use.
What mature themes appear in The Corporation?
Themes are very strong and form the core of the film. The central thesis is that the corporation as an entity behaves like a psychopath, showing a disregard for the well-being of others and a reckless disregard for safety. Specific topics include war…
How long is The Corporation?
The Corporation runs 145 minutes, directed by Mark Achbar, Jennifer Abbott, released in 2003.
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