The Funeral (1996) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
After the funeral of one of their own, a criminal family decides to embark on an emotionally unnerving journey in an attempt to exact bloody revenge.
Rated R • 1996 • 1h 39m
The Funeral (1996) is an R-rated, low-lit crime drama about the Tempio brothers (notably Ray and Chez) reacting to the death of their brother Johnny. Parents should be aware it contains strong violence (multiple shootings, a stabbing, and several murders), explicit sexual content including brief nudity, and a short scene of sexual assault. The film also features frequent strong profanity and persistent cigarette/alcohol use. Because of… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Funeral appropriate for kids?
The Funeral (1996) is an R-rated, low-lit crime drama about the Tempio brothers (notably Ray and Chez) reacting to the death of their brother Johnny. Parents should be aware it contains strong violence (multiple shootings, a stabbing, and several murders), explicit sexual… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Funeral
What happens in The Funeral, moment by moment
- 0:01 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:03 💬 Language 5/10
- 0:06 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
Sex and nudity in The Funeral
Strong sexual content appears in two short, explicit scenes: a brief sex scene showing a woman's bare breasts, and a separate short scene of sexual assault (reported in the IMDb Parents Guide as lasting 5–10 seconds). The assault is non-graphic but emotionally explicit; nudity in the consensual scene is brief. These moments are brief but mature in nature and may be upsetting.
Violence and gore in The Funeral
Violence is a persistent element: several shootings with visible blood, a man stabbed in the chest (blood on his shirt), multiple executions and reprisals, and a character suicide by gun. The assaults and murders are shown directly and include bloodstains and dying victims (e.g., Ray and his bodyguards are shot; Johnny is shot in his coffin). The film is violent and intense though not focused on prolonged gore.
Language in The Funeral
Frequent strong profanity throughout (multiple uses of the f-word and blaspheming), used in funeral speeches and during confrontational scenes (noted in the IMDb Parents Guide). Swearing is pervasive in dialogue, especially in heated or violent moments.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Funeral
Moderate but consistent substance use: characters smoke cigarettes and cigars frequently and drink alcohol in bars and at home; intoxication is used as a coping device. IMDb notes frequent smoking and drinking; no recreational drug use is reported.
Mature themes in The Funeral
Heavy themes drive the story: grief, revenge, loyalty and betrayal within a crime family, political radicalization (Johnny's exposure to communist meetings), and suicide. The film examines how mourning and obsession lead to escalating violence and tragic choices; these themes are sustained and often bleak.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Funeral appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Funeral is best for ages 13+. It's rated R. The Funeral (1996) is an R-rated, low-lit crime drama about the Tempio brothers (notably Ray and Chez) reacting to the death of their brother Johnny. Parents should be aware it contains strong violence (multiple…
What age rating does The Funeral have?
The Funeral is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Funeral about?
The Funeral (1996) is an R-rated, low-lit crime drama about the Tempio brothers (notably Ray and Chez) reacting to the death of their brother Johnny. Parents should be aware it contains strong violence (multiple shootings, a stabbing, and several murders), explicit sexual content including brief nudity, and a short…
Is there sex or nudity in The Funeral?
Strong sexual content appears in two short, explicit scenes: a brief sex scene showing a woman's bare breasts, and a separate short scene of sexual assault (reported in the IMDb Parents Guide as lasting 5–10 seconds). The assault is non-graphic but…
How violent is The Funeral?
Violence is a persistent element: several shootings with visible blood, a man stabbed in the chest (blood on his shirt), multiple executions and reprisals, and a character suicide by gun. The assaults and murders are shown directly and include bloodstains and…
Is the language in The Funeral appropriate for kids?
Frequent strong profanity throughout (multiple uses of the f-word and blaspheming), used in funeral speeches and during confrontational scenes (noted in the IMDb Parents Guide). Swearing is pervasive in dialogue, especially in heated or violent moments.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Funeral?
Moderate but consistent substance use: characters smoke cigarettes and cigars frequently and drink alcohol in bars and at home; intoxication is used as a coping device. IMDb notes frequent smoking and drinking; no recreational drug use is reported.
What mature themes appear in The Funeral?
Heavy themes drive the story: grief, revenge, loyalty and betrayal within a crime family, political radicalization (Johnny's exposure to communist meetings), and suicide. The film examines how mourning and obsession lead to escalating violence and tragic…
How long is The Funeral?
The Funeral runs 99 minutes, directed by Abel Ferrara, released in 1996.
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