The Magician (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Failed magician Iskender decides to do a tour to save his career, but has to bring his grumpy and senile father along. The tour is quite unexpectedly interrupted when a bride actually disappears from the stage.
Rated NR • 2006 • 2h 2m
The Magician follows struggling performer Iskender as he attempts to revive his career by embarking on a road trip with his estranged, aging father, Sait. This Turkish comedy-drama explores the tensions between professional aspirations and complex family dynamics. Parents should be aware that while the film is generally lighthearted, it deals with mature themes regarding aging, strained father-son relationships, and professional… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Magician appropriate for kids?
The Magician follows struggling performer Iskender as he attempts to revive his career by embarking on a road trip with his estranged, aging father, Sait. This Turkish comedy-drama explores the tensions between professional aspirations and complex family dynamics. Parents should… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Magician
What happens in The Magician, moment by moment
- 0:25 💬 Language 2/10
- 0:38 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:45 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Magician
There is no sexual content in this film.
Violence and gore in The Magician
Violence is absent from the film.
Language in The Magician
Mild, infrequent language occurs, typically in the form of heated arguments between characters.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Magician
There are occasional, non-glorified depictions of smoking and social drinking throughout the tour.
Mature themes in The Magician
The film focuses on the emotional difficulties of aging, the disappointment of failed career dreams, and the complexities of repairing a fractured family relationship.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Magician appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Magician is best for ages 12+. It's rated NR. The Magician follows struggling performer Iskender as he attempts to revive his career by embarking on a road trip with his estranged, aging father, Sait. This Turkish comedy-drama explores the tensions between…
What age rating does The Magician have?
The Magician is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is The Magician about?
The Magician follows struggling performer Iskender as he attempts to revive his career by embarking on a road trip with his estranged, aging father, Sait. This Turkish comedy-drama explores the tensions between professional aspirations and complex family dynamics. Parents should be aware that while the film is…
Is there sex or nudity in The Magician?
There is no sexual content in this film.
How violent is The Magician?
Violence is absent from the film.
Is the language in The Magician appropriate for kids?
Mild, infrequent language occurs, typically in the form of heated arguments between characters.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Magician?
There are occasional, non-glorified depictions of smoking and social drinking throughout the tour.
What mature themes appear in The Magician?
The film focuses on the emotional difficulties of aging, the disappointment of failed career dreams, and the complexities of repairing a fractured family relationship.
How long is The Magician?
The Magician runs 122 minutes, directed by Cem Yılmaz, Ali Taner Baltacı, released in 2006.
Where can I read the full The Magician parent guide?
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