The Girl from the Other Side (2023) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Once upon a time, in a far, faraway place, there were two lands. The world was divided into an inner land and an outer land. People feared the outer land, inhabited by eerie beings, the carriers of curse. One day, on the border to the inner land inhabited by humans, one such being finds a girl on heaps of abandoned dead bodies. The girl says her name is Shiva and shows affection to the "being" who found her, calling him "Teacher." This is a story of two people—one human, one inhuman—who linger in the hazy twilight that separates… Sign up for the full guide
Rated 12 • 2023 • 1h 10m
The unrated animated fantasy "The Girl from the Other Side" explores a gentle but melancholic relationship between a young girl, Shiva, and her monstrous guardian, Teacher. The film's primary content concerns are its mature themes and somber tone, including the abandonment of a child, the constant threat of a deadly curse spreading by touch, and a pervasive sense of loneliness and dread. While violence is minimal and not graphic, some… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Girl from the Other Side appropriate for kids?
The unrated animated fantasy "The Girl from the Other Side" explores a gentle but melancholic relationship between a young girl, Shiva, and her monstrous guardian, Teacher. The film's primary content concerns are its mature themes and somber tone, including the abandonment of a… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Girl from the Other Side
What happens in The Girl from the Other Side, moment by moment
- 0:02 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:24 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in The Girl from the Other Side
None. The IMDb Parents Guide confirms there is no sexual content or nudity.
Violence and gore in The Girl from the Other Side
Violence is infrequent and not graphic. A soldier, in a fit of panic, briefly tries to strangle another soldier. There are some tense confrontations between the monstrous 'Outsiders,' but they involve stylized, non-bloody struggles. The premise involves people being 'purged' if suspected of being cursed, but this is not shown.
Language in The Girl from the Other Side
None. According to the IMDb Parents Guide and user reports, there is no profanity in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Girl from the Other Side
None. No characters are shown drinking, smoking, or using any drugs.
Mature themes in The Girl from the Other Side
The film's themes are its most mature element. The central premise revolves around a deadly curse, loneliness, and prejudice between 'Insiders' and 'Outsiders'. The main character, a young girl, has been abandoned by her family and is found among a pile of dead bodies. The constant fear of the curse being spread by a simple touch is a source of sustained tension and sadness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Girl from the Other Side appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Girl from the Other Side is best for ages 11+. It's rated 12. The unrated animated fantasy "The Girl from the Other Side" explores a gentle but melancholic relationship between a young girl, Shiva, and her monstrous guardian, Teacher. The film's primary content concerns are its…
What age rating does The Girl from the Other Side have?
The Girl from the Other Side is officially rated 12. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 11+.
What is The Girl from the Other Side about?
The unrated animated fantasy "The Girl from the Other Side" explores a gentle but melancholic relationship between a young girl, Shiva, and her monstrous guardian, Teacher. The film's primary content concerns are its mature themes and somber tone, including the abandonment of a child, the constant threat of a deadly…
Is there sex or nudity in The Girl from the Other Side?
None. The IMDb Parents Guide confirms there is no sexual content or nudity.
How violent is The Girl from the Other Side?
Violence is infrequent and not graphic. A soldier, in a fit of panic, briefly tries to strangle another soldier. There are some tense confrontations between the monstrous 'Outsiders,' but they involve stylized, non-bloody struggles. The premise involves…
Is the language in The Girl from the Other Side appropriate for kids?
None. According to the IMDb Parents Guide and user reports, there is no profanity in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Girl from the Other Side?
None. No characters are shown drinking, smoking, or using any drugs.
What mature themes appear in The Girl from the Other Side?
The film's themes are its most mature element. The central premise revolves around a deadly curse, loneliness, and prejudice between 'Insiders' and 'Outsiders'. The main character, a young girl, has been abandoned by her family and is found among a pile of…
How long is The Girl from the Other Side?
The Girl from the Other Side runs 70 minutes, directed by Yutaro Kubo, Satomi Maiya, released in 2023.
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