The Illusionist (2010) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A French illusionist travels to Scotland to work. He meets a young woman in a small village. Their ensuing adventure in Edinburgh changes both their lives forever.
Rated PG • 2010 • 1h 20m
The Illusionist is a poignant, dialogue-free animated film that follows an aging French magician struggling to find work in an era of changing entertainment. Parents should be aware of mature themes including pervasive poverty, hopelessness, and a brief depiction of a suicide attempt. The film also features frequent period-accurate smoking and mild instances of physical violence, including a street beating. While the animation is… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Illusionist appropriate for kids?
The Illusionist is a poignant, dialogue-free animated film that follows an aging French magician struggling to find work in an era of changing entertainment. Parents should be aware of mature themes including pervasive poverty, hopelessness, and a brief depiction of a suicide… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Illusionist
What happens in The Illusionist, moment by moment
- 0:10 🍷 Substances 3/10
- 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:35 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
Sex and nudity in The Illusionist
There is no sexual content; the film features brief, innocent scenes of affection between characters.
Violence and gore in The Illusionist
There are brief, non-graphic moments of violence, including a scene where a man is kicked by a group of youths and occasional mistreatment of an stage rabbit in its cage.
Language in The Illusionist
None; the film is entirely dialogue-free.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Illusionist
There is frequent, period-accurate smoking by several characters, and occasional scenes depict alcohol consumption, including some instances of obvious drunkenness.
Mature themes in The Illusionist
The film deals with heavy, mature themes including the struggle of poverty, professional disillusionment, loneliness, and a poignant moment involving an attempted suicide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Illusionist appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Illusionist is best for ages 11+. It's rated PG. The Illusionist is a poignant, dialogue-free animated film that follows an aging French magician struggling to find work in an era of changing entertainment. Parents should be aware of mature themes including pervasive…
What age rating does The Illusionist have?
The Illusionist is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 11+.
What is The Illusionist about?
The Illusionist is a poignant, dialogue-free animated film that follows an aging French magician struggling to find work in an era of changing entertainment. Parents should be aware of mature themes including pervasive poverty, hopelessness, and a brief depiction of a suicide attempt. The film also features frequent…
Is there sex or nudity in The Illusionist?
There is no sexual content; the film features brief, innocent scenes of affection between characters.
How violent is The Illusionist?
There are brief, non-graphic moments of violence, including a scene where a man is kicked by a group of youths and occasional mistreatment of an stage rabbit in its cage.
Is the language in The Illusionist appropriate for kids?
None; the film is entirely dialogue-free.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Illusionist?
There is frequent, period-accurate smoking by several characters, and occasional scenes depict alcohol consumption, including some instances of obvious drunkenness.
What mature themes appear in The Illusionist?
The film deals with heavy, mature themes including the struggle of poverty, professional disillusionment, loneliness, and a poignant moment involving an attempted suicide.
How long is The Illusionist?
The Illusionist runs 80 minutes, directed by Sylvain Chomet, released in 2010.
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