The Page Turner (2006) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Mélanie Prouvost, a ten-year-old butcher's daughter, is a gifted pianist. That is why she and her parents decide that she sit for the Conservatory entrance exam. Although Mélanie is very likely to be admitted, she unfortunately gets distracted by the president of the jury's offhand attitude and she fails. Ten years later, Mélanie becomes her page turner, waiting patiently for her revenge.
Rated NR • 2006 • 1h 25m
The Page Turner is a French psychological thriller centered on a young woman's calculated revenge. The film's mature content stems from its intense themes of psychological manipulation and cruelty, as Mélanie Prouvost systematically undermines the famous pianist, Ariane Fouchécourt, whom she blames for a childhood failure. The film contains a scene of an unwanted sexual advance, brief female toplessness, and a short but sharp moment of… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Page Turner appropriate for kids?
The Page Turner is a French psychological thriller centered on a young woman's calculated revenge. The film's mature content stems from its intense themes of psychological manipulation and cruelty, as Mélanie Prouvost systematically undermines the famous pianist, Ariane… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Page Turner
What happens in The Page Turner, moment by moment
- 0:06 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:16 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:28 🍷 Substances 1/10
Sex and nudity in The Page Turner
There is more than just implied innuendo. One scene features brief female toplessness. In another scene, a man makes an unwanted sexual advance, grabbing a woman's breast from behind over her clothes and kissing her neck.
Violence and gore in The Page Turner
Violence is infrequent but includes one notable, sudden act. In a moment of frustration, a character quickly impales a man's foot with the sharp point of a cello. The moment is brief and not graphically gory.
Language in The Page Turner
Language is mild and infrequent. Some minor profanity is used, but it is not a primary feature of the film's dialogue.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Page Turner
Characters occasionally drink wine at meals or social functions in a casual context. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
Mature themes in The Page Turner
The central theme is a long-simmering, cold-blooded revenge plot, exploring manipulation, psychological cruelty, and sabotage. The film depicts the methodical breakdown of a person's career and personal life through subtle, sustained actions, which can be emotionally intense.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Page Turner appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Page Turner is best for ages 15+. It's rated NR. The Page Turner is a French psychological thriller centered on a young woman's calculated revenge. The film's mature content stems from its intense themes of psychological manipulation and cruelty, as Mélanie Prouvost…
What age rating does The Page Turner have?
The Page Turner is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.
What is The Page Turner about?
The Page Turner is a French psychological thriller centered on a young woman's calculated revenge. The film's mature content stems from its intense themes of psychological manipulation and cruelty, as Mélanie Prouvost systematically undermines the famous pianist, Ariane Fouchécourt, whom she blames for a childhood…
Is there sex or nudity in The Page Turner?
There is more than just implied innuendo. One scene features brief female toplessness. In another scene, a man makes an unwanted sexual advance, grabbing a woman's breast from behind over her clothes and kissing her neck.
How violent is The Page Turner?
Violence is infrequent but includes one notable, sudden act. In a moment of frustration, a character quickly impales a man's foot with the sharp point of a cello. The moment is brief and not graphically gory.
Is the language in The Page Turner appropriate for kids?
Language is mild and infrequent. Some minor profanity is used, but it is not a primary feature of the film's dialogue.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Page Turner?
Characters occasionally drink wine at meals or social functions in a casual context. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
What mature themes appear in The Page Turner?
The central theme is a long-simmering, cold-blooded revenge plot, exploring manipulation, psychological cruelty, and sabotage. The film depicts the methodical breakdown of a person's career and personal life through subtle, sustained actions, which can be…
How long is The Page Turner?
The Page Turner runs 85 minutes, directed by Denis Dercourt, released in 2006.
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