The Grandmaster (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Ip Man's peaceful life in Foshan changes after Gong Yutian seeks an heir for his family in Southern China. Ip Man then meets Gong Er who challenges him for the sake of regaining her family's honor. After the Second Sino-Japanese War, Ip Man moves to Hong Kong and struggles to provide for his family. In the mean time, Gong Er chooses the path of vengeance after her father was killed by Ma San.
Rated PG-13 • 2013 • 2h 10m
The Grandmaster is a biographical drama that tracks the life of martial arts icon Ip Man against the backdrop of war-torn China. Rated PG-13 for its stylized combat sequences, brief drug usage, and themes of loss, the film explores the evolution of kung fu through a lens of history and heartbreak. Parents should be aware of frequent, sometimes visceral martial arts confrontations and the melancholic tone that accompanies the… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Grandmaster appropriate for kids?
The Grandmaster is a biographical drama that tracks the life of martial arts icon Ip Man against the backdrop of war-torn China. Rated PG-13 for its stylized combat sequences, brief drug usage, and themes of loss, the film explores the evolution of kung fu through a lens of… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Grandmaster
What happens in The Grandmaster, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:45 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in The Grandmaster
There is no sexual content in the film.
Violence and gore in The Grandmaster
Martial arts combat is pervasive and occasionally intense. Characters engage in frequent hand-to-hand fighting, bone-breaking maneuvers, and strikes. One specific scene depicts a character being shot in the head, though the film prioritizes stylized choreography over graphic splatter.
Language in The Grandmaster
Language is mild, featuring one instance of an expletive in the subtitles and occasional salty language.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Grandmaster
There is brief, notable drug use as a supporting character turns to opium to cope with chronic pain and loss.
Mature themes in The Grandmaster
The film deals heavily with mature themes of war, death, starvation, parental loss, and the destruction of cultural heritage during the Second Sino-Japanese War.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Grandmaster appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Grandmaster is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Grandmaster is a biographical drama that tracks the life of martial arts icon Ip Man against the backdrop of war-torn China. Rated PG-13 for its stylized combat sequences, brief drug usage, and themes of loss, the…
What age rating does The Grandmaster have?
The Grandmaster is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Grandmaster about?
The Grandmaster is a biographical drama that tracks the life of martial arts icon Ip Man against the backdrop of war-torn China. Rated PG-13 for its stylized combat sequences, brief drug usage, and themes of loss, the film explores the evolution of kung fu through a lens of history and heartbreak. Parents should be…
Is there sex or nudity in The Grandmaster?
There is no sexual content in the film.
How violent is The Grandmaster?
Martial arts combat is pervasive and occasionally intense. Characters engage in frequent hand-to-hand fighting, bone-breaking maneuvers, and strikes. One specific scene depicts a character being shot in the head, though the film prioritizes stylized…
Is the language in The Grandmaster appropriate for kids?
Language is mild, featuring one instance of an expletive in the subtitles and occasional salty language.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Grandmaster?
There is brief, notable drug use as a supporting character turns to opium to cope with chronic pain and loss.
What mature themes appear in The Grandmaster?
The film deals heavily with mature themes of war, death, starvation, parental loss, and the destruction of cultural heritage during the Second Sino-Japanese War.
How long is The Grandmaster?
The Grandmaster runs 130 minutes, directed by Wong Kar-Wai, released in 2013.
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