The Sun Is Also a Star (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Two young New Yorkers begin to fall in love over the course of a single day, as a series of potentially life-altering meetings loom over their heads - hers concerning her family’s deportation to Jamaica, and his concerning an education at Dartmouth.
Rated PG-13 • 2019 • 1h 40m
The Sun Is Also a Star follows the chance encounter between Natasha, an undocumented immigrant facing imminent deportation, and Daniel, a college-bound romantic, as they spend a single day together in New York City. The film explores themes of fate, family expectations, and the anxiety of sudden displacement. It received a PG-13 rating primarily for some mild suggestive language and emotional themes surrounding Natasha's forced… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Sun Is Also a Star appropriate for kids?
The Sun Is Also a Star follows the chance encounter between Natasha, an undocumented immigrant facing imminent deportation, and Daniel, a college-bound romantic, as they spend a single day together in New York City. The film explores themes of fate, family expectations, and the… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Sun Is Also a Star
What happens in The Sun Is Also a Star, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:22 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:55 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Sun Is Also a Star
There is no sexual activity or nudity in the film. The romance is limited to kissing and emotional intimacy, including a scene in a dark room where the characters are fully clothed.
Violence and gore in The Sun Is Also a Star
There is very little physical conflict. A cyclist is struck by a car early in the film, and a brief, non-graphic argument between brothers turns into a minor physical scuffle.
Language in The Sun Is Also a Star
The film contains sparse profanity. This includes one instance of the word 'bitch' and a single 'f-bomb' used in a frustrated outburst.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Sun Is Also a Star
None. There is no on-screen consumption of alcohol, drugs, or smoking.
Mature themes in The Sun Is Also a Star
The central theme is the looming threat of deportation and the resulting family trauma. This creates significant emotional tension, focusing on the anxiety and life-altering consequences for an undocumented family.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Sun Is Also a Star appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Sun Is Also a Star is best for ages 12+. It's rated PG-13. The Sun Is Also a Star follows the chance encounter between Natasha, an undocumented immigrant facing imminent deportation, and Daniel, a college-bound romantic, as they spend a single day together in New York City. The…
What age rating does The Sun Is Also a Star have?
The Sun Is Also a Star is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 12+.
What is The Sun Is Also a Star about?
The Sun Is Also a Star follows the chance encounter between Natasha, an undocumented immigrant facing imminent deportation, and Daniel, a college-bound romantic, as they spend a single day together in New York City. The film explores themes of fate, family expectations, and the anxiety of sudden displacement. It…
Is there sex or nudity in The Sun Is Also a Star?
There is no sexual activity or nudity in the film. The romance is limited to kissing and emotional intimacy, including a scene in a dark room where the characters are fully clothed.
How violent is The Sun Is Also a Star?
There is very little physical conflict. A cyclist is struck by a car early in the film, and a brief, non-graphic argument between brothers turns into a minor physical scuffle.
Is the language in The Sun Is Also a Star appropriate for kids?
The film contains sparse profanity. This includes one instance of the word 'bitch' and a single 'f-bomb' used in a frustrated outburst.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Sun Is Also a Star?
None. There is no on-screen consumption of alcohol, drugs, or smoking.
What mature themes appear in The Sun Is Also a Star?
The central theme is the looming threat of deportation and the resulting family trauma. This creates significant emotional tension, focusing on the anxiety and life-altering consequences for an undocumented family.
How long is The Sun Is Also a Star?
The Sun Is Also a Star runs 100 minutes, directed by Ry Russo-Young, released in 2019.
Where can I read the full The Sun Is Also a Star parent guide?
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