The Sorcerer and the White Snake (2011) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The Sorcerer and the White Snake is an ancient Chinese fable about a woman demon who falls in love with a mortal is brought to life through the latest advances in CGI and action techniques.
Rated PG-13 • 2011 • 1h 40m
Rated PG-13, 'The Sorcerer and the White Snake' is a fantasy action film whose rating reflects its stylized martial arts violence, frightening demon imagery, and sensuality. The film contains numerous battles between monks and demons, including a stabbing and transformations that could be intense for younger viewers. The romance between the demon Susu and the human Xu Xian involves kissing and an implied night together, while other… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Sorcerer and the White Snake appropriate for kids?
Rated PG-13, 'The Sorcerer and the White Snake' is a fantasy action film whose rating reflects its stylized martial arts violence, frightening demon imagery, and sensuality. The film contains numerous battles between monks and demons, including a stabbing and transformations… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Sorcerer and the White Snake
What happens in The Sorcerer and the White Snake, moment by moment
- 0:04 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:12 ♥ Sex & Nudity 4/10
- 0:28 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
Sex and nudity in The Sorcerer and the White Snake
Content is sensual but not explicit. A man and a woman kiss several times, including one underwater kiss that saves his life. They are later shown in bed together after their wedding, implying they have spent the night together, though no nudity is shown. In one sequence, female demons attempt to seduce a monk, wearing sheer, wispy outfits where skin-colored undergarments are briefly visible, implying nudity.
Violence and gore in The Sorcerer and the White Snake
Contains frequent, stylized martial arts and fantasy violence. Characters fight with swords, staffs, and magical powers. Demons are captured, and one monk is turned into an ice statue. A character is bitten by a bat demon, and later a woman is stabbed with a magical dagger by her husband, though the wound is not gory. The finale includes a large-scale battle where two demons unleash a massive, destructive tidal wave on a temple, causing widespread chaos and peril.
Language in The Sorcerer and the White Snake
Language is not a significant factor. There is no strong profanity. Very mild insults or exclamations may be used during fights or arguments, but they are infrequent and not harsh.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Sorcerer and the White Snake
There is no recreational drug or alcohol use depicted. A central character is a physician who collects and uses herbs for healing purposes, and these are shown being prepared as medicine. At one point, a magical "spirit root" is consumed, which leads to demonic possession, but this is presented as a magical event, not substance abuse.
Mature themes in The Sorcerer and the White Snake
The film explores complex themes of forbidden love between a human and a demon, prejudice, and sacrifice. A monk's rigid worldview is challenged, leading to tragic consequences. A key character undergoes a painful, unwilling transformation into a bat demon. The central romance ends in a heartbreaking separation, with one character imprisoned and the other's memory wiped, which may be upsetting for viewers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Sorcerer and the White Snake appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Sorcerer and the White Snake is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Rated PG-13, 'The Sorcerer and the White Snake' is a fantasy action film whose rating reflects its stylized martial arts violence, frightening demon imagery, and sensuality. The film contains numerous battles between…
What age rating does The Sorcerer and the White Snake have?
The Sorcerer and the White Snake is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Sorcerer and the White Snake about?
Rated PG-13, 'The Sorcerer and the White Snake' is a fantasy action film whose rating reflects its stylized martial arts violence, frightening demon imagery, and sensuality. The film contains numerous battles between monks and demons, including a stabbing and transformations that could be intense for younger viewers…
Is there sex or nudity in The Sorcerer and the White Snake?
Content is sensual but not explicit. A man and a woman kiss several times, including one underwater kiss that saves his life. They are later shown in bed together after their wedding, implying they have spent the night together, though no nudity is shown. In…
How violent is The Sorcerer and the White Snake?
Contains frequent, stylized martial arts and fantasy violence. Characters fight with swords, staffs, and magical powers. Demons are captured, and one monk is turned into an ice statue. A character is bitten by a bat demon, and later a woman is stabbed with a…
Is the language in The Sorcerer and the White Snake appropriate for kids?
Language is not a significant factor. There is no strong profanity. Very mild insults or exclamations may be used during fights or arguments, but they are infrequent and not harsh.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Sorcerer and the White Snake?
There is no recreational drug or alcohol use depicted. A central character is a physician who collects and uses herbs for healing purposes, and these are shown being prepared as medicine. At one point, a magical "spirit root" is consumed, which leads to…
What mature themes appear in The Sorcerer and the White Snake?
The film explores complex themes of forbidden love between a human and a demon, prejudice, and sacrifice. A monk's rigid worldview is challenged, leading to tragic consequences. A key character undergoes a painful, unwilling transformation into a bat demon…
How long is The Sorcerer and the White Snake?
The Sorcerer and the White Snake runs 100 minutes, directed by Tony Ching Siu-Tung, released in 2011.
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