The Lizard (2004) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The satirical commentary on clergymen in post-revolutionary Iran. While in prison, petty criminal Reza (Parviz Parastui) comes across a clergyman, sparking a plan for escape. Reza dons his new acquaintance's clerical robes and makes a bid for freedom. He soon learns that being a clergyman brings little respect from the public. Reza travels to the outlying villages, from where he plots to escape the country. However, his plans must be put on hold when the villagers accept him into their community and expect him to perform religious… Sign up for the full guide
Rated NR • 2004 • 1h 51m
This unrated Iranian satirical film follows Reza, a petty thief who escapes prison by impersonating a cleric. Its content is comparable to a PG-13 rating, primarily for its mature thematic content rather than explicit material. Parents should be aware of a non-graphic but emotionally intense scene where a character attempts suicide. The film also includes a brief moment of non-graphic bloody injury, themes of crime and deception, and a… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Lizard appropriate for kids?
This unrated Iranian satirical film follows Reza, a petty thief who escapes prison by impersonating a cleric. Its content is comparable to a PG-13 rating, primarily for its mature thematic content rather than explicit material. Parents should be aware of a non-graphic but… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Lizard
What happens in The Lizard, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:18 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:21 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Lizard
None. The film contains no sexual content, nudity, or innuendo.
Violence and gore in The Lizard
Violence is very mild. Early in the film, a character's arm is accidentally cut by a broken bottle during a scuffle, with some blood briefly shown. A separate conflict between prisoners is heard but not seen. There is no other significant violence.
Language in The Lizard
No profanity or strong language is used in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Lizard
Substance use is minimal and non-glamorous. There is a single, brief instance of a man smoking a cigarette. More significantly, a character steals medicine with the intention of committing suicide.
Mature themes in The Lizard
The film explores mature themes through a comedic and satirical lens. Central topics include crime, imprisonment, desperation leading to a suicide attempt, and widespread deception. The story also functions as a pointed critique of religious authority and social hypocrisy, which may require discussion with younger viewers to fully grasp the context.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Lizard appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Lizard is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. This unrated Iranian satirical film follows Reza, a petty thief who escapes prison by impersonating a cleric. Its content is comparable to a PG-13 rating, primarily for its mature thematic content rather than explicit…
What age rating does The Lizard have?
The Lizard is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Lizard about?
This unrated Iranian satirical film follows Reza, a petty thief who escapes prison by impersonating a cleric. Its content is comparable to a PG-13 rating, primarily for its mature thematic content rather than explicit material. Parents should be aware of a non-graphic but emotionally intense scene where a character…
Is there sex or nudity in The Lizard?
None. The film contains no sexual content, nudity, or innuendo.
How violent is The Lizard?
Violence is very mild. Early in the film, a character's arm is accidentally cut by a broken bottle during a scuffle, with some blood briefly shown. A separate conflict between prisoners is heard but not seen. There is no other significant violence.
Is the language in The Lizard appropriate for kids?
No profanity or strong language is used in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Lizard?
Substance use is minimal and non-glamorous. There is a single, brief instance of a man smoking a cigarette. More significantly, a character steals medicine with the intention of committing suicide.
What mature themes appear in The Lizard?
The film explores mature themes through a comedic and satirical lens. Central topics include crime, imprisonment, desperation leading to a suicide attempt, and widespread deception. The story also functions as a pointed critique of religious authority and…
How long is The Lizard?
The Lizard runs 111 minutes, directed by Kamal Tabrizi, released in 2004.
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