The Tale of The Princess Kaguya (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Found inside a shining stalk of bamboo by an old bamboo cutter and his wife, a tiny girl grows rapidly into an exquisite young lady. The mysterious young princess enthrals all who encounter her. But, ultimately, she must confront her fate.
Rated PG • 2013 • 2h 17m
The Tale of The Princess Kaguya is a beautifully animated Japanese folktale about a magical girl discovered in a bamboo stalk who is forced to navigate the restrictive expectations of noble society. The film earned its PG rating primarily for thematic elements involving abandonment, existential longing, and the emotional pain of being separated from loved ones. Parents should be aware of brief, non-sexual instances of nudity involving… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Tale of The Princess Kaguya appropriate for kids?
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Content severity in The Tale of The Princess Kaguya
What happens in The Tale of The Princess Kaguya, moment by moment
- 0:10 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:25 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:45 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
Sex and nudity in The Tale of The Princess Kaguya
The film includes fleeting, non-sexual moments of cultural nudity, including scenes of babies and young children without clothing. A woman is shown breast-feeding an infant, with a brief, non-gratuitous view of a breast and nipple.
Violence and gore in The Tale of The Princess Kaguya
Violence is mild and stylized, featuring occasional scuffles, a character being beaten off-screen by guards, and some frantic chase sequences involving arrows that do not hit anyone. One scene depicts a minor, incidental scrape and a small amount of blood after a fall.
Language in The Tale of The Princess Kaguya
There is no profanity in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Tale of The Princess Kaguya
Alcohol consumption is depicted in passing during party scenes, typical of historical court settings.
Mature themes in The Tale of The Princess Kaguya
The story centers on heavy themes of displacement, the loss of childhood friends, the burden of societal expectations, and the ultimate, inevitable separation of a daughter from her parents. These elements are handled with emotional depth and may be quite moving or sad for younger viewers.
Scary moments in The Tale of The Princess Kaguya
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for The Tale of The Princess Kaguya yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Tale of The Princess Kaguya appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Tale of The Princess Kaguya is best for ages 8+. It's rated PG. The Tale of The Princess Kaguya is a beautifully animated Japanese folktale about a magical girl discovered in a bamboo stalk who is forced to navigate the restrictive expectations of noble society. The film earned its…
What age rating does The Tale of The Princess Kaguya have?
The Tale of The Princess Kaguya is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 8+.
What is The Tale of The Princess Kaguya about?
The Tale of The Princess Kaguya is a beautifully animated Japanese folktale about a magical girl discovered in a bamboo stalk who is forced to navigate the restrictive expectations of noble society. The film earned its PG rating primarily for thematic elements involving abandonment, existential longing, and the…
Is there sex or nudity in The Tale of The Princess Kaguya?
The film includes fleeting, non-sexual moments of cultural nudity, including scenes of babies and young children without clothing. A woman is shown breast-feeding an infant, with a brief, non-gratuitous view of a breast and nipple.
How violent is The Tale of The Princess Kaguya?
Violence is mild and stylized, featuring occasional scuffles, a character being beaten off-screen by guards, and some frantic chase sequences involving arrows that do not hit anyone. One scene depicts a minor, incidental scrape and a small amount of blood…
Is the language in The Tale of The Princess Kaguya appropriate for kids?
There is no profanity in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Tale of The Princess Kaguya?
Alcohol consumption is depicted in passing during party scenes, typical of historical court settings.
What mature themes appear in The Tale of The Princess Kaguya?
The story centers on heavy themes of displacement, the loss of childhood friends, the burden of societal expectations, and the ultimate, inevitable separation of a daughter from her parents. These elements are handled with emotional depth and may be quite…
How long is The Tale of The Princess Kaguya?
The Tale of The Princess Kaguya runs 137 minutes, directed by Isao Takahata, released in 2013.
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