The Point Men (2023) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A group of Korean tourists is taken hostage by an extremist Taliban group in Afghanistan. The Korean government dispatches Jae-ho, known as one of Korea's most skilled diplomats, in order to handle the situation. Once he arrives, he asks for the Afghan government's cooperation and uses every means possible to free the hostages. However, his efforts go in vain. Due to his failure, he's forced to work with Dae-sik, a special agent who is an expert on the Middle East. As they begin making their move to get to the Taliban, the first… Sign up for the full guide
Rated 16 • 2023 • 1h 48m
The Point Men is a political thriller based on the true story of Korean diplomats attempting to negotiate the release of citizens kidnapped by the Taliban in Afghanistan. The film features high-stakes hostage negotiations, scenes of military tension, and the somber reality of a hostage's death. Parents should be aware of moderate violence, intense emotional distress, and themes regarding extremist terrorism and bureaucratic failure… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Point Men appropriate for kids?
The Point Men is a political thriller based on the true story of Korean diplomats attempting to negotiate the release of citizens kidnapped by the Taliban in Afghanistan. The film features high-stakes hostage negotiations, scenes of military tension, and the somber reality of a… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Point Men
What happens in The Point Men, moment by moment
- 0:12 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:22 💬 Language 2/10
Sex and nudity in The Point Men
There is no sexual content in this film.
Violence and gore in The Point Men
The violence is moderate and realistic, focusing on the dangers of the conflict zone. Scenes include brief gunfights, a hostage being executed off-screen (implied by sound), and a character being struck during a confrontation. While the film depicts the grim consequences of war, it avoids excessive or gratuitous gore.
Language in The Point Men
Language is infrequent and mild, primarily consisting of standard tension-filled dialogue in professional and high-stakes settings.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Point Men
There are occasional, incidental scenes of characters consuming alcohol or smoking in social or professional settings.
Mature themes in The Point Men
The film explores heavy themes, including terrorism, international diplomacy, governmental failure, grief, and the moral weight of negotiating with extremists to save lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Point Men appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Point Men is best for ages 13+. It's rated 16. The Point Men is a political thriller based on the true story of Korean diplomats attempting to negotiate the release of citizens kidnapped by the Taliban in Afghanistan. The film features high-stakes hostage…
What age rating does The Point Men have?
The Point Men is officially rated 16. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Point Men about?
The Point Men is a political thriller based on the true story of Korean diplomats attempting to negotiate the release of citizens kidnapped by the Taliban in Afghanistan. The film features high-stakes hostage negotiations, scenes of military tension, and the somber reality of a hostage's death. Parents should be aware…
Is there sex or nudity in The Point Men?
There is no sexual content in this film.
How violent is The Point Men?
The violence is moderate and realistic, focusing on the dangers of the conflict zone. Scenes include brief gunfights, a hostage being executed off-screen (implied by sound), and a character being struck during a confrontation. While the film depicts the grim…
Is the language in The Point Men appropriate for kids?
Language is infrequent and mild, primarily consisting of standard tension-filled dialogue in professional and high-stakes settings.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Point Men?
There are occasional, incidental scenes of characters consuming alcohol or smoking in social or professional settings.
What mature themes appear in The Point Men?
The film explores heavy themes, including terrorism, international diplomacy, governmental failure, grief, and the moral weight of negotiating with extremists to save lives.
How long is The Point Men?
The Point Men runs 108 minutes, directed by Yim Soon-rye, released in 2023.
Where can I read the full The Point Men parent guide?
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