The Lost City of Z (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A true-life drama in the 1920s, centering on British explorer Col. Percy Fawcett, who discovered evidence of a previously unknown, advanced civilization in the Amazon and disappeared whilst searching for it.
Rated PG-13 • 2017 • 2h 21m
The Lost City of Z is a biographical drama that follows Col. Percy Fawcett’s obsessive quest to find an ancient civilization in the Amazon. This film is rated PG-13 due to its mature themes of obsession, war, and abandonment, as well as moderate depictions of violence. Parents should be aware of scenes involving jungle warfare, trench combat, and brief, non-graphic nudity. It is best suited for older teens and adults who can appreciate… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Lost City of Z appropriate for kids?
The Lost City of Z is a biographical drama that follows Col. Percy Fawcett’s obsessive quest to find an ancient civilization in the Amazon. This film is rated PG-13 due to its mature themes of obsession, war, and abandonment, as well as moderate depictions of violence. Parents… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Lost City of Z
What happens in The Lost City of Z, moment by moment
- 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:40 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 0:45 🍷 Substances 2/10
Sex and nudity in The Lost City of Z
The film features occasional, non-sexual nudity including fleeting glimpses of breasts and buttocks among indigenous tribes in the Amazon.
Violence and gore in The Lost City of Z
Violence is moderate and includes skirmishes in the jungle with arrows, a man being mauled by piranhas, and the visceral reality of WWI trench warfare, including gunfire and soldiers dying.
Language in The Lost City of Z
Language is mild, featuring one clear use of the 'F-word' alongside sporadic uses of terms like 'bastard' and 'bloody'.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Lost City of Z
There are brief, realistic period depictions of alcohol consumption and smoking among military officers and socialites in the early 20th century.
Mature themes in The Lost City of Z
The story centers on heavy themes of parental absence, the madness born of extreme isolation, obsession with scientific discovery, and the devastating impact of war on families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Lost City of Z appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Lost City of Z is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Lost City of Z is a biographical drama that follows Col. Percy Fawcett’s obsessive quest to find an ancient civilization in the Amazon. This film is rated PG-13 due to its mature themes of obsession, war, and…
What age rating does The Lost City of Z have?
The Lost City of Z is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Lost City of Z about?
The Lost City of Z is a biographical drama that follows Col. Percy Fawcett’s obsessive quest to find an ancient civilization in the Amazon. This film is rated PG-13 due to its mature themes of obsession, war, and abandonment, as well as moderate depictions of violence. Parents should be aware of scenes involving…
Is there sex or nudity in The Lost City of Z?
The film features occasional, non-sexual nudity including fleeting glimpses of breasts and buttocks among indigenous tribes in the Amazon.
How violent is The Lost City of Z?
Violence is moderate and includes skirmishes in the jungle with arrows, a man being mauled by piranhas, and the visceral reality of WWI trench warfare, including gunfire and soldiers dying.
Is the language in The Lost City of Z appropriate for kids?
Language is mild, featuring one clear use of the 'F-word' alongside sporadic uses of terms like 'bastard' and 'bloody'.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Lost City of Z?
There are brief, realistic period depictions of alcohol consumption and smoking among military officers and socialites in the early 20th century.
What mature themes appear in The Lost City of Z?
The story centers on heavy themes of parental absence, the madness born of extreme isolation, obsession with scientific discovery, and the devastating impact of war on families.
How long is The Lost City of Z?
The Lost City of Z runs 141 minutes, directed by James Gray, released in 2017.
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