The Dam Keeper (2014) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In a desolate future, one small town has survived because of a large windmill dam that acts as a fan to keep out pollution. The dam's operator, Pig, works tirelessly to keep the sails spinning and protect the town, despite abuse from classmates and an indifferent public. When a new student joins Pig's class, nothing will be the same again.
Rated NR • 2014 • 18m
The Dam Keeper is a beautifully animated but emotionally heavy short film about bullying, friendship, and responsibility. Its unrated status belies content more aligned with a PG rating due to its mature themes. The central character, a young pig named Pig, endures persistent mockery and harassment from classmates, including being cornered in a bathroom, which may be upsetting for sensitive viewers. The plot hinges on a painful… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Dam Keeper appropriate for kids?
The Dam Keeper is a beautifully animated but emotionally heavy short film about bullying, friendship, and responsibility. Its unrated status belies content more aligned with a PG rating due to its mature themes. The central character, a young pig named Pig, endures persistent… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Dam Keeper
What happens in The Dam Keeper, moment by moment
- 0:02 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:04 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 2/10
Sex and nudity in The Dam Keeper
None. Sexual content is not present in this film.
Violence and gore in The Dam Keeper
Violence is mild and primarily emotional. The main character, Pig, is subjected to bullying by his classmates; in one scene they trip him, and in another, they corner him in a bathroom to mock him. There is no graphic fighting or gore. The film's main peril comes from an environmental threat: a dark, sentient-like fog that threatens to engulf the town, causing characters to flee in terror. A windmill propeller is damaged during the climax.
Language in The Dam Keeper
Language is not a concern. There is a moment of misunderstanding where Pig sees a drawing with the words "Dirty P-" and assumes it's an insult, but it's quickly revealed that the full title was "Dirty Pals." There is no profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Dam Keeper
None. There is no depiction of substance use.
Mature themes in The Dam Keeper
The film's primary focus is on its mature emotional themes. Bullying and social ostracism are central, with multiple scenes showing Pig being cruelly mistreated by his peers. Themes of loneliness, responsibility, the pain of misunderstanding, and the power of friendship and forgiveness are explored with significant weight. The film deals with the consequences of acting out of emotional pain, as Pig's sorrow leads him to endanger his community.
Scary moments in The Dam Keeper
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Dam Keeper 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 Dam Keeper appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Dam Keeper is best for ages 7+. It's rated NR. The Dam Keeper is a beautifully animated but emotionally heavy short film about bullying, friendship, and responsibility. Its unrated status belies content more aligned with a PG rating due to its mature themes. The…
What age rating does The Dam Keeper have?
The Dam Keeper is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is The Dam Keeper about?
The Dam Keeper is a beautifully animated but emotionally heavy short film about bullying, friendship, and responsibility. Its unrated status belies content more aligned with a PG rating due to its mature themes. The central character, a young pig named Pig, endures persistent mockery and harassment from classmates…
Is there sex or nudity in The Dam Keeper?
None. Sexual content is not present in this film.
How violent is The Dam Keeper?
Violence is mild and primarily emotional. The main character, Pig, is subjected to bullying by his classmates; in one scene they trip him, and in another, they corner him in a bathroom to mock him. There is no graphic fighting or gore. The film's main peril…
Is the language in The Dam Keeper appropriate for kids?
Language is not a concern. There is a moment of misunderstanding where Pig sees a drawing with the words "Dirty P-" and assumes it's an insult, but it's quickly revealed that the full title was "Dirty Pals." There is no profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Dam Keeper?
None. There is no depiction of substance use.
What mature themes appear in The Dam Keeper?
The film's primary focus is on its mature emotional themes. Bullying and social ostracism are central, with multiple scenes showing Pig being cruelly mistreated by his peers. Themes of loneliness, responsibility, the pain of misunderstanding, and the power of…
How long is The Dam Keeper?
The Dam Keeper runs 18 minutes, directed by Robert Kondo, Daisuke 'Dice' Tsutsumi, released in 2014.
Where can I read the full The Dam Keeper parent guide?
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