The Fountain (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Spanning over one thousand years, and three parallel stories, The Fountain is a story of love, death, spirituality, and the fragility of our existence in this world.
Rated PG-13 • 2006 • 1h 36m
Darren Aronofsky's "The Fountain" is a complex, philosophical film rated PG-13 for its mature subject matter and intense sequences. The story, which follows a man named Tom searching for a cure for his dying wife Izzi across three parallel timelines, is primarily driven by profound and emotionally heavy themes of death, grief, and the spiritual quest for immortality. Parents should be aware of some stylized but bloody violence… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Fountain appropriate for kids?
Darren Aronofsky's "The Fountain" is a complex, philosophical film rated PG-13 for its mature subject matter and intense sequences. The story, which follows a man named Tom searching for a cure for his dying wife Izzi across three parallel timelines, is primarily driven by… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Fountain
What happens in The Fountain, moment by moment
- 0:02 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:10 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
- 0:35 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
Sex and nudity in The Fountain
This category is light. There is a brief scene where a woman (Izzi) is in a bathtub, and her breast and nipple are partially visible. In a separate, non-sexual scene depicting torture, a woman hanging upside down has a brief moment of breast nudity. The central romance is depicted through kissing and emotional intimacy, but there are no sex scenes.
Violence and gore in The Fountain
Violence is moderate and present in the historical timeline. Conquistadors and Mayans fight with period weapons, resulting in stabbings and men being struck by spears with some blood shown. One character is stabbed in the stomach with a dagger in a key scene, and another is killed as a sacrifice. People are seen bloodied and injured during scenes taking place during the Spanish Inquisition.
Language in The Fountain
Profanity is infrequent but includes one use of the 'f-word' during a moment of intense frustration. Other than this, strong language is not a significant feature of the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Fountain
None. There is no on-screen use of alcohol, tobacco, or recreational drugs by any characters.
Mature themes in The Fountain
Themes are strong and pervasive, forming the core of the film's content. The narrative is centered on the profound emotional trauma of dealing with the impending death of a loved one from a brain tumor, exploring deep grief, mortality, and spirituality. The film uses surreal, symbolic imagery to explore concepts of life, death, rebirth, and one character's desperate scientific and spiritual quest to overcome death itself. These elements carry intense emotional weight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Fountain appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Fountain is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Darren Aronofsky's "The Fountain" is a complex, philosophical film rated PG-13 for its mature subject matter and intense sequences. The story, which follows a man named Tom searching for a cure for his dying wife Izzi…
What age rating does The Fountain have?
The Fountain is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Fountain about?
Darren Aronofsky's "The Fountain" is a complex, philosophical film rated PG-13 for its mature subject matter and intense sequences. The story, which follows a man named Tom searching for a cure for his dying wife Izzi across three parallel timelines, is primarily driven by profound and emotionally heavy themes of…
Is there sex or nudity in The Fountain?
This category is light. There is a brief scene where a woman (Izzi) is in a bathtub, and her breast and nipple are partially visible. In a separate, non-sexual scene depicting torture, a woman hanging upside down has a brief moment of breast nudity. The…
How violent is The Fountain?
Violence is moderate and present in the historical timeline. Conquistadors and Mayans fight with period weapons, resulting in stabbings and men being struck by spears with some blood shown. One character is stabbed in the stomach with a dagger in a key scene…
Is the language in The Fountain appropriate for kids?
Profanity is infrequent but includes one use of the 'f-word' during a moment of intense frustration. Other than this, strong language is not a significant feature of the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Fountain?
None. There is no on-screen use of alcohol, tobacco, or recreational drugs by any characters.
What mature themes appear in The Fountain?
Themes are strong and pervasive, forming the core of the film's content. The narrative is centered on the profound emotional trauma of dealing with the impending death of a loved one from a brain tumor, exploring deep grief, mortality, and spirituality. The…
How long is The Fountain?
The Fountain runs 96 minutes, directed by Darren Aronofsky, released in 2006.
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