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The Pyramid (2014) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

An archaeological team attempt to unlock the secrets of a lost pyramid only to find themselves hunted by an insidious creature.

Rated R • 2014 • 1h 29m

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The Pyramid is a found-footage horror film centering on an archaeological team trapped within an ancient, booby-trapped Egyptian structure. It receives an R rating for frequent, bloody violence and visceral creature-related deaths, including heart removal and crushing injuries. The film contains pervasive themes of abandonment and impending death, alongside coarse language. It is strictly for mature viewers and should be avoided by… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Ashley Hinshaw
Ashley Hinshaw
Denis O'Hare
Denis O'Hare
James Buckley
James Buckley
Amir K
Amir K
Christa Nicola
Christa Nicola
Joseph Beddelem
Joseph Beddelem
FA
Faycal Attougui
PS
Philip Shelley
OB
Omar Benbrahim
CE
Chakir El Faaiz
AH
Ait Hamou Amine
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Is The Pyramid appropriate for kids?

The Pyramid is a found-footage horror film centering on an archaeological team trapped within an ancient, booby-trapped Egyptian structure. It receives an R rating for frequent, bloody violence and visceral creature-related deaths, including heart removal and crushing injuries… Read more — free account

Content severity in The Pyramid

Sex Mild 2/10
Violence Intense 9/10
Language Strong 7/10
Substances Mild 1/10
Themes Intense 8/10

What happens in The Pyramid, moment by moment

  1. 0:12 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
  2. 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
  3. 0:38 ⚔ Violence & Gore 8/10
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Sex and nudity in The Pyramid

A character is briefly seen with an exposed back and side-breast in a fleeting moment.

Violence and gore in The Pyramid

The violence is severe, featuring gory creature attacks, impalements, and bodily dismemberment. Characters are dragged away by unseen entities, crushed by stone, and have hearts torn out on-screen.

Language in The Pyramid

Moderate; the dialogue includes frequent use of 'f*ck' and 'sh*t', along with other common profanity.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Pyramid

There is no on-screen substance use depicted in this film.

Mature themes in The Pyramid

The narrative explores the terror of being trapped in a hopeless situation, the concept of divine judgment, and the slow, inevitable death of team members.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Pyramid appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests The Pyramid is best for ages 17+. It's rated R. The Pyramid is a found-footage horror film centering on an archaeological team trapped within an ancient, booby-trapped Egyptian structure. It receives an R rating for frequent, bloody violence and visceral…

What age rating does The Pyramid have?

The Pyramid is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.

What is The Pyramid about?

The Pyramid is a found-footage horror film centering on an archaeological team trapped within an ancient, booby-trapped Egyptian structure. It receives an R rating for frequent, bloody violence and visceral creature-related deaths, including heart removal and crushing injuries. The film contains pervasive themes of…

Is there sex or nudity in The Pyramid?

A character is briefly seen with an exposed back and side-breast in a fleeting moment.

How violent is The Pyramid?

The violence is severe, featuring gory creature attacks, impalements, and bodily dismemberment. Characters are dragged away by unseen entities, crushed by stone, and have hearts torn out on-screen.

Is the language in The Pyramid appropriate for kids?

Moderate; the dialogue includes frequent use of 'f*ck' and 'sh*t', along with other common profanity.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Pyramid?

There is no on-screen substance use depicted in this film.

What mature themes appear in The Pyramid?

The narrative explores the terror of being trapped in a hopeless situation, the concept of divine judgment, and the slow, inevitable death of team members.

How long is The Pyramid?

The Pyramid runs 89 minutes, directed by Grégory Levasseur, released in 2014.

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