The Taste of Things (2023) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Set in 1889 France, Dodin Bouffant is a chef living with his personal cook and lover Eugénie. They share a long history of gastronomy and love but Eugénie refuses to marry Dodin, so the food lover decides to do something he has never done before: cook for her.
Rated PG-13 • 2023 • 2h 15m
The Taste of Things is a visually rich, slow-paced drama centered on the professional and romantic relationship between a master chef, Dodin, and his long-time cook, Eugénie, in 19th-century France. The film earned its PG-13 rating primarily for scenes of partial nudity and intimacy, as well as the depiction of period-accurate food preparation. Parents should be aware of a brief scene showing the cleaning of a carcass, which may be… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Taste of Things appropriate for kids?
The Taste of Things is a visually rich, slow-paced drama centered on the professional and romantic relationship between a master chef, Dodin, and his long-time cook, Eugénie, in 19th-century France. The film earned its PG-13 rating primarily for scenes of partial nudity and… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Taste of Things
What happens in The Taste of Things, moment by moment
- 0:05 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:20 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:45 ♥ Sex & Nudity 5/10
Sex and nudity in The Taste of Things
There are occasional scenes of intimacy between Dodin and Eugénie. This includes brief shots of partial female nudity and moments where the couple is shown lying together in bed in a sexual context.
Violence and gore in The Taste of Things
There is no conventional violence, though the film opens with a sequence involving the preparation of a large animal, including the removal of innards, which is portrayed in a clinical, culinary manner.
Language in The Taste of Things
None. The dialogue is refined and free of profanity throughout.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Taste of Things
Smoking is depicted throughout the film, with various male characters frequently using cigars and pipes to reflect the 1889 setting.
Mature themes in The Taste of Things
The narrative deals with aging, the loss of a loved one, and the dedicated pursuit of culinary excellence. The tone is somber, particularly in the later acts as the characters grapple with illness and death.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Taste of Things appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Taste of Things is best for ages 14+. It's rated PG-13. The Taste of Things is a visually rich, slow-paced drama centered on the professional and romantic relationship between a master chef, Dodin, and his long-time cook, Eugénie, in 19th-century France. The film earned its…
What age rating does The Taste of Things have?
The Taste of Things is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 14+.
What is The Taste of Things about?
The Taste of Things is a visually rich, slow-paced drama centered on the professional and romantic relationship between a master chef, Dodin, and his long-time cook, Eugénie, in 19th-century France. The film earned its PG-13 rating primarily for scenes of partial nudity and intimacy, as well as the depiction of…
Is there sex or nudity in The Taste of Things?
There are occasional scenes of intimacy between Dodin and Eugénie. This includes brief shots of partial female nudity and moments where the couple is shown lying together in bed in a sexual context.
How violent is The Taste of Things?
There is no conventional violence, though the film opens with a sequence involving the preparation of a large animal, including the removal of innards, which is portrayed in a clinical, culinary manner.
Is the language in The Taste of Things appropriate for kids?
None. The dialogue is refined and free of profanity throughout.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Taste of Things?
Smoking is depicted throughout the film, with various male characters frequently using cigars and pipes to reflect the 1889 setting.
What mature themes appear in The Taste of Things?
The narrative deals with aging, the loss of a loved one, and the dedicated pursuit of culinary excellence. The tone is somber, particularly in the later acts as the characters grapple with illness and death.
How long is The Taste of Things?
The Taste of Things runs 135 minutes, directed by Trần Anh Hùng, released in 2023.
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