The Mystery of Padre Pio (2018) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The documentary offers testimonies and documents never disclosed about the plot against its protagonist, who had the stigmata of Jesus Christ in his hands, feet and side for 50 consecutive years.
Rated U • 2018 • 1h 20m
This documentary explores the life of the Catholic saint Padre Pio, focusing on his experience with stigmata—the manifestation of Christ's crucifixion wounds. The film's rating is unrated, but its content is primarily educational and historical. Parents should be aware that the main content concern is the repeated use of historical photographs showing Padre Pio's real, bloody wounds on his hands, feet, and side. While not graphic or… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Mystery of Padre Pio appropriate for kids?
This documentary explores the life of the Catholic saint Padre Pio, focusing on his experience with stigmata—the manifestation of Christ's crucifixion wounds. The film's rating is unrated, but its content is primarily educational and historical. Parents should be aware that the… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Mystery of Padre Pio
What happens in The Mystery of Padre Pio, moment by moment
- 0:06 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:14 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:22 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in The Mystery of Padre Pio
None. Sexual content is not present in this documentary.
Violence and gore in The Mystery of Padre Pio
The film contains no traditional violence, such as fighting or assault. However, it frequently shows historical photographs of Padre Pio's stigmata. These are real, non-graphic but clear images of bloody, open wounds on his hands, feet, and side, which are presented in a historical and clinical context but may be disturbing to some viewers.
Language in The Mystery of Padre Pio
None. No profanity is used.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Mystery of Padre Pio
None. Substance use is not depicted.
Mature themes in The Mystery of Padre Pio
The documentary explores complex themes of religious faith, miracles, physical suffering as a spiritual practice, and doubt. It also details alleged conspiracies and persecution Padre Pio faced from within the Vatican, touching on themes of institutional betrayal and internal power struggles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Mystery of Padre Pio appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Mystery of Padre Pio is best for ages 12+. It's rated U. This documentary explores the life of the Catholic saint Padre Pio, focusing on his experience with stigmata—the manifestation of Christ's crucifixion wounds. The film's rating is unrated, but its content is primarily…
What age rating does The Mystery of Padre Pio have?
The Mystery of Padre Pio is officially rated U. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is The Mystery of Padre Pio about?
This documentary explores the life of the Catholic saint Padre Pio, focusing on his experience with stigmata—the manifestation of Christ's crucifixion wounds. The film's rating is unrated, but its content is primarily educational and historical. Parents should be aware that the main content concern is the repeated use…
Is there sex or nudity in The Mystery of Padre Pio?
None. Sexual content is not present in this documentary.
How violent is The Mystery of Padre Pio?
The film contains no traditional violence, such as fighting or assault. However, it frequently shows historical photographs of Padre Pio's stigmata. These are real, non-graphic but clear images of bloody, open wounds on his hands, feet, and side, which are…
Is the language in The Mystery of Padre Pio appropriate for kids?
None. No profanity is used.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Mystery of Padre Pio?
None. Substance use is not depicted.
What mature themes appear in The Mystery of Padre Pio?
The documentary explores complex themes of religious faith, miracles, physical suffering as a spiritual practice, and doubt. It also details alleged conspiracies and persecution Padre Pio faced from within the Vatican, touching on themes of institutional…
How long is The Mystery of Padre Pio?
The Mystery of Padre Pio runs 80 minutes, directed by José María Zavala, released in 2018.
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