The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo (2025) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
As an unknown and deadly disease begins to spread, legend has it that it is transmitted between two men, through a simple glance, when they fall in love. While people are accusing her family, Lidia must find out whether this myth is real or not.
Rated RP16 • 2025 • 1h 48m
The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo is an unrated Chilean drama set in a 1982 mining town where a deadly illness and a folklore about transmission by loving glances tear a queer family apart. Parents should be aware of non-graphic but intense violence (a gun threat and an attempted strangling), frequent homophobic slurs, and explicit sexual references — there are passionate kisses and a dark, briefly nude pond scene between Flamenco… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo appropriate for kids?
The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo is an unrated Chilean drama set in a 1982 mining town where a deadly illness and a folklore about transmission by loving glances tear a queer family apart. Parents should be aware of non-graphic but intense violence (a gun threat and an… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo
What happens in The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 7/10
- 0:10 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:18 ♥ Sex & Nudity 6/10
Sex and nudity in The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo
Moderate sexual content: several passionate kisses and implied sexual encounters between adult characters (not explicit on screen). Flamenco and Yovani share a passionate kiss and are later shown briefly naked in a dark pond (very low visibility). The story also includes numerous sexual references and dialogue, some of it explicit in tone.
Violence and gore in The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo
Moderate, non-graphic violence and physical threats appear across the film. Yovani menaces Flamenco with a gun and attempts to strangle him in one scene; he is then beaten back by bystanders. A larger, non-graphic brawl between miners and a group of trans women erupts in public but resolves without graphic injury.
Language in The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo
Strong coarse language and repeated homophobic slurs are present throughout — the F-slur appears multiple times in dialogue, sometimes used within the queer community and sometimes as a derogatory attack. Standard profanity such as "fuck," "shit," and insults like "whore" and "bitch" are used in heated confrontations.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo
Mild alcohol and smoking: adults drink at social gatherings and there are scenes in bars where characters smoke and drink. No sustained drug use or overdose scenes are depicted.
Mature themes in The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo
Strong and mature themes: the film centers on the early-1980s HIV/AIDS panic and community scapegoating, with scenes of stigma, accusations, illness, and emotional bereavement. It also explores trans and travesti identities, sex work, queer family life under threat, and the effects of communal blame on children like Lidia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo is best for ages 13+. It's rated RP16. The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo is an unrated Chilean drama set in a 1982 mining town where a deadly illness and a folklore about transmission by loving glances tear a queer family apart. Parents should be aware of…
What age rating does The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo have?
The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo is officially rated RP16. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo about?
The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo is an unrated Chilean drama set in a 1982 mining town where a deadly illness and a folklore about transmission by loving glances tear a queer family apart. Parents should be aware of non-graphic but intense violence (a gun threat and an attempted strangling), frequent homophobic…
Is there sex or nudity in The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo?
Moderate sexual content: several passionate kisses and implied sexual encounters between adult characters (not explicit on screen). Flamenco and Yovani share a passionate kiss and are later shown briefly naked in a dark pond (very low visibility). The story…
How violent is The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo?
Moderate, non-graphic violence and physical threats appear across the film. Yovani menaces Flamenco with a gun and attempts to strangle him in one scene; he is then beaten back by bystanders. A larger, non-graphic brawl between miners and a group of trans…
Is the language in The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo appropriate for kids?
Strong coarse language and repeated homophobic slurs are present throughout — the F-slur appears multiple times in dialogue, sometimes used within the queer community and sometimes as a derogatory attack. Standard profanity such as "fuck," "shit," and insults…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo?
Mild alcohol and smoking: adults drink at social gatherings and there are scenes in bars where characters smoke and drink. No sustained drug use or overdose scenes are depicted.
What mature themes appear in The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo?
Strong and mature themes: the film centers on the early-1980s HIV/AIDS panic and community scapegoating, with scenes of stigma, accusations, illness, and emotional bereavement. It also explores trans and travesti identities, sex work, queer family life under…
How long is The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo?
The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo runs 108 minutes, directed by Diego Céspedes, released in 2025.
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