The Four (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
An undercover agent is assigned by his corrupt chief to infiltrate a rival department and sabotage their investigation of counterfeit currency. What he discovers is the counterfeiter's real plan. To overthrow the capital. Not by flooding it with funny money, but with an army of undead.
Rated NR • 2012 • 1h 58m
The Four is a wuxia action film focusing on undercover agents investigating a counterfeiting ring that masks a supernatural conspiracy. The film features frequent stylized wire-fu combat, swordplay, and sequences involving undead soldiers that result in moderate violence. Parents should be aware of occasional mature language and characters consuming alcohol. Due to the fantasy-action intensity and complex themes of betrayal, it is best… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Four appropriate for kids?
The Four is a wuxia action film focusing on undercover agents investigating a counterfeiting ring that masks a supernatural conspiracy. The film features frequent stylized wire-fu combat, swordplay, and sequences involving undead soldiers that result in moderate violence… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Four
What happens in The Four, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:32 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:44 💬 Language 2/10
Sex and nudity in The Four
There is no sexual content in the film.
Violence and gore in The Four
The film features frequent, stylized martial arts combat involving swords, supernatural abilities, and hand-to-hand fighting. While there is blood and some gore during battle sequences, the action is largely choreographed and hyper-stylized. Several scenes feature an army of undead characters, which involves fantastical peril and combat.
Language in The Four
There is infrequent use of mild profanity and occasional aggressive insults exchanged between rival agents.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Four
Characters are occasionally shown drinking alcohol, typically in tavern settings or as a social lubricant in imperial court scenes.
Mature themes in The Four
Themes include institutional corruption, betrayal, the ethical gray areas of espionage, and the struggle to protect a capital city from supernatural annihilation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Four appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Four is best for ages 14+. It's rated NR. The Four is a wuxia action film focusing on undercover agents investigating a counterfeiting ring that masks a supernatural conspiracy. The film features frequent stylized wire-fu combat, swordplay, and sequences…
What age rating does The Four have?
The Four is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 14+.
What is The Four about?
The Four is a wuxia action film focusing on undercover agents investigating a counterfeiting ring that masks a supernatural conspiracy. The film features frequent stylized wire-fu combat, swordplay, and sequences involving undead soldiers that result in moderate violence. Parents should be aware of occasional mature…
Is there sex or nudity in The Four?
There is no sexual content in the film.
How violent is The Four?
The film features frequent, stylized martial arts combat involving swords, supernatural abilities, and hand-to-hand fighting. While there is blood and some gore during battle sequences, the action is largely choreographed and hyper-stylized. Several scenes…
Is the language in The Four appropriate for kids?
There is infrequent use of mild profanity and occasional aggressive insults exchanged between rival agents.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Four?
Characters are occasionally shown drinking alcohol, typically in tavern settings or as a social lubricant in imperial court scenes.
What mature themes appear in The Four?
Themes include institutional corruption, betrayal, the ethical gray areas of espionage, and the struggle to protect a capital city from supernatural annihilation.
How long is The Four?
The Four runs 118 minutes, directed by Janet Chun Siu-Chun, Gordon Chan, released in 2012.
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