The Cutting Edge (1992) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Two former Olympians, one a figure skater and the other a hockey player, pin their hopes of one last shot at Olympic glory on one another. That is, of course, if they can keep from killing each other in the process...
Rated PG • 1992 • 1h 41m
A washed-up hockey player and a temperamental figure skater must overcome their personality clashes to compete as Olympic pairs skaters. The film is rated PG for recurring profanity and mild romantic innuendo, making it a suitable choice for children aged 11 and up. While there is some sports-related roughhousing and social drinking, the story focuses primarily on themes of teamwork and perseverance.
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Is The Cutting Edge appropriate for kids?
A washed-up hockey player and a temperamental figure skater must overcome their personality clashes to compete as Olympic pairs skaters. The film is rated PG for recurring profanity and mild romantic innuendo, making it a suitable choice for children aged 11 and up. While there… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Cutting Edge
What happens in The Cutting Edge, moment by moment
- 0:43 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:47 💬 Language 6/10
- 1:18 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Cutting Edge
The film contains mild romantic innuendo and some suggestive dialogue between the two leads. There is a scene where a character wakes up in another's bed, suggesting a sexual encounter occurred off-screen, though no nudity is shown. Characters are frequently seen in tight-fitting figure skating costumes and some revealing evening wear.
Violence and gore in The Cutting Edge
Violence is limited to mild sports-related physical impacts and falls. Viewers see standard hockey checking and roughhousing on the ice, as well as several bruising falls during figure skating practice sessions. A few arguments lead to minor shoving or aggressive behavior, but no serious injuries or blood are depicted.
Language in The Cutting Edge
Moderate language is present throughout the film, consisting primarily of recurring profanity used for comedic or dramatic emphasis. Words like 'hell,' 'damn,' 'ass,' and 'bitch' are used in various scenes. The dialogue reflects the competitive and often frustrated nature of the athletes as they clash during training.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Cutting Edge
Alcohol consumption is depicted in social settings, such as bars and parties, where characters are seen drinking beer and cocktails. One character is shown drinking to cope with the loss of his hockey career, though the portrayal is intended to show his emotional struggle rather than to glamorize substance abuse. There is no use of illegal drugs or tobacco.
Mature themes in The Cutting Edge
Teamwork, opposites attracting, and perseverance. A crowd-pleasing sports rom-com; the language places it with tweens and up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Cutting Edge appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Cutting Edge is best for ages 11+. It's rated PG. A washed-up hockey player and a temperamental figure skater must overcome their personality clashes to compete as Olympic pairs skaters. The film is rated PG for recurring profanity and mild romantic innuendo, making it…
What age rating does The Cutting Edge have?
The Cutting Edge is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 11+.
What is The Cutting Edge about?
A washed-up hockey player and a temperamental figure skater must overcome their personality clashes to compete as Olympic pairs skaters. The film is rated PG for recurring profanity and mild romantic innuendo, making it a suitable choice for children aged 11 and up. While there is some sports-related roughhousing and…
Is there sex or nudity in The Cutting Edge?
The film contains mild romantic innuendo and some suggestive dialogue between the two leads. There is a scene where a character wakes up in another's bed, suggesting a sexual encounter occurred off-screen, though no nudity is shown. Characters are frequently…
How violent is The Cutting Edge?
Violence is limited to mild sports-related physical impacts and falls. Viewers see standard hockey checking and roughhousing on the ice, as well as several bruising falls during figure skating practice sessions. A few arguments lead to minor shoving or…
Is the language in The Cutting Edge appropriate for kids?
Moderate language is present throughout the film, consisting primarily of recurring profanity used for comedic or dramatic emphasis. Words like 'hell,' 'damn,' 'ass,' and 'bitch' are used in various scenes. The dialogue reflects the competitive and often…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Cutting Edge?
Alcohol consumption is depicted in social settings, such as bars and parties, where characters are seen drinking beer and cocktails. One character is shown drinking to cope with the loss of his hockey career, though the portrayal is intended to show his…
What mature themes appear in The Cutting Edge?
Teamwork, opposites attracting, and perseverance. A crowd-pleasing sports rom-com; the language places it with tweens and up.
How long is The Cutting Edge?
The Cutting Edge runs 101 minutes, directed by Paul Michael Glaser, released in 1992.
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