The Guilt Trip (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
An inventor and his mom hit the road together so he can sell his latest invention.
Rated PG-13 • 2012 • 1h 35m
The Guilt Trip is a PG-13 comedy-drama about an inventor, Andy, who takes his mother, Joyce, on a cross-country road trip. The film's rating is primarily due to its language, which includes numerous uses of "shit" and a single f-word shouted during an intense argument. Other content includes some mild sexual innuendo, scenes of characters drinking alcohol to the point of intoxication, and a brief, non-graphic fistfight. The central… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Guilt Trip appropriate for kids?
The Guilt Trip is a PG-13 comedy-drama about an inventor, Andy, who takes his mother, Joyce, on a cross-country road trip. The film's rating is primarily due to its language, which includes numerous uses of "shit" and a single f-word shouted during an intense argument. Other… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Guilt Trip
What happens in The Guilt Trip, moment by moment
- 0:15 💬 Language 4/10
- 0:22 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
- 0:35 💬 Language 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Guilt Trip
Contains some light sexual references and innuendo. Joyce briefly listens to a racy audiobook about a hermaphrodite's sexual encounters before her son turns it off. In another scene, she and Andy visit a bar that appears to be a strip club, though no nudity is shown. There are also brief mentions of past romantic passion and a comment about hitchhikers being potential rapists.
Violence and gore in The Guilt Trip
Violence is minimal and limited to a single, brief scene. During a confrontation at a bar, Andy attempts to defend his mother's honor and is punched in the face by another patron. He is later seen with a mild black eye, but the fight is not prolonged or graphic.
Language in The Guilt Trip
Moderate, and the primary reason for the PG-13 rating. The dialogue includes frequent use of "shit," plus several instances of "hell," "damn," and "ass." The film contains one use of the f-word, which is shouted during a heated argument between the main characters.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Guilt Trip
There are several scenes of social and emotional drinking, and its effects are shown. After a professional setback, Andy drinks liquor alone in his motel room. Following an argument, Joyce goes to a bar and drinks. Characters are also seen drinking beer, wine, and cocktails in restaurant, bar, and celebratory settings.
Mature themes in The Guilt Trip
The film's central themes include strained parent-child relationships, guilt, regret over past choices, and eventual reconciliation. Joyce deals with lingering feelings for a past love and loneliness after her husband's death. Andy grapples with professional failure and frustration with his mother's meddling. An intense argument between mother and son is an emotionally charged highlight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Guilt Trip appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Guilt Trip is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Guilt Trip is a PG-13 comedy-drama about an inventor, Andy, who takes his mother, Joyce, on a cross-country road trip. The film's rating is primarily due to its language, which includes numerous uses of "shit" and a…
What age rating does The Guilt Trip have?
The Guilt Trip is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Guilt Trip about?
The Guilt Trip is a PG-13 comedy-drama about an inventor, Andy, who takes his mother, Joyce, on a cross-country road trip. The film's rating is primarily due to its language, which includes numerous uses of "shit" and a single f-word shouted during an intense argument. Other content includes some mild sexual innuendo…
Is there sex or nudity in The Guilt Trip?
Contains some light sexual references and innuendo. Joyce briefly listens to a racy audiobook about a hermaphrodite's sexual encounters before her son turns it off. In another scene, she and Andy visit a bar that appears to be a strip club, though no nudity…
How violent is The Guilt Trip?
Violence is minimal and limited to a single, brief scene. During a confrontation at a bar, Andy attempts to defend his mother's honor and is punched in the face by another patron. He is later seen with a mild black eye, but the fight is not prolonged or…
Is the language in The Guilt Trip appropriate for kids?
Moderate, and the primary reason for the PG-13 rating. The dialogue includes frequent use of "shit," plus several instances of "hell," "damn," and "ass." The film contains one use of the f-word, which is shouted during a heated argument between the main…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Guilt Trip?
There are several scenes of social and emotional drinking, and its effects are shown. After a professional setback, Andy drinks liquor alone in his motel room. Following an argument, Joyce goes to a bar and drinks. Characters are also seen drinking beer…
What mature themes appear in The Guilt Trip?
The film's central themes include strained parent-child relationships, guilt, regret over past choices, and eventual reconciliation. Joyce deals with lingering feelings for a past love and loneliness after her husband's death. Andy grapples with professional…
How long is The Guilt Trip?
The Guilt Trip runs 95 minutes, directed by Anne Fletcher, released in 2012.
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