The Light Bulb Conspiracy (2010) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Once upon a time... consumer goods were built to last. Then, in the 1920’s, a group of businessmen realized that the longer their product lasted, the less money they made, thus Planned Obsolescence was born, and manufacturers have been engineering products to fail ever since. Combining investigative research and rare archive footage with analysis by those working on ways to save both the economy and the environment, this documentary charts the creation of ‘engineering to fail’, its rise to prominence and its recent fall from grace.
Rated U • 2010 • 1h 15m
The Light Bulb Conspiracy is an informative documentary examining the history and economic impacts of planned obsolescence. It details how manufacturers purposefully engineer products to fail to maintain corporate profit margins. The film features interviews with researchers and environmental activists, focusing on business ethics and consumer culture. There is no mature content involving sex, substance use, or profanity. It is… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Light Bulb Conspiracy appropriate for kids?
The Light Bulb Conspiracy is an informative documentary examining the history and economic impacts of planned obsolescence. It details how manufacturers purposefully engineer products to fail to maintain corporate profit margins. The film features interviews with researchers and… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Light Bulb Conspiracy
What happens in The Light Bulb Conspiracy, moment by moment
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Sex and nudity in The Light Bulb Conspiracy
None. There is no sexual content or mature innuendo present in this documentary.
Violence and gore in The Light Bulb Conspiracy
None. The film contains no on-screen violence or physical conflict.
Language in The Light Bulb Conspiracy
None. The documentary features professional, educational dialogue with no profanity.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Light Bulb Conspiracy
None. There is no depiction of drug, alcohol, or tobacco use.
Mature themes in The Light Bulb Conspiracy
The film explores complex themes regarding corporate greed, environmental degradation, and the ethics of capitalist production models. It frames consumerism as a global concern, which may be thought-provoking but not distressing for mature young viewers.
Scary moments in The Light Bulb Conspiracy
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Light Bulb Conspiracy yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Light Bulb Conspiracy appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Light Bulb Conspiracy is best for ages 10+. It's rated U. The Light Bulb Conspiracy is an informative documentary examining the history and economic impacts of planned obsolescence. It details how manufacturers purposefully engineer products to fail to maintain corporate…
What age rating does The Light Bulb Conspiracy have?
The Light Bulb Conspiracy is officially rated U. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is The Light Bulb Conspiracy about?
The Light Bulb Conspiracy is an informative documentary examining the history and economic impacts of planned obsolescence. It details how manufacturers purposefully engineer products to fail to maintain corporate profit margins. The film features interviews with researchers and environmental activists, focusing on…
Is there sex or nudity in The Light Bulb Conspiracy?
None. There is no sexual content or mature innuendo present in this documentary.
How violent is The Light Bulb Conspiracy?
None. The film contains no on-screen violence or physical conflict.
Is the language in The Light Bulb Conspiracy appropriate for kids?
None. The documentary features professional, educational dialogue with no profanity.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Light Bulb Conspiracy?
None. There is no depiction of drug, alcohol, or tobacco use.
What mature themes appear in The Light Bulb Conspiracy?
The film explores complex themes regarding corporate greed, environmental degradation, and the ethics of capitalist production models. It frames consumerism as a global concern, which may be thought-provoking but not distressing for mature young viewers.
How long is The Light Bulb Conspiracy?
The Light Bulb Conspiracy runs 75 minutes, directed by Cosima Dannoritzer, released in 2010.
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