The Vanishing (2019) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Three lighthouse keepers on an uninhabited island off the coast of Scotland discover something that isn't theirs to keep.
Rated R • 2019 • 1h 48m
The Vanishing is a psychological thriller that tracks three lighthouse keepers whose isolation on a remote Scottish island turns into a struggle for survival after discovering a chest of gold. The film received its R rating for its intense and often brutal violence, pervasive coarse language, and dark themes of greed, mental instability, and moral decay. Parents should be aware that the film depicts visceral struggles, character… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Vanishing appropriate for kids?
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Content severity in The Vanishing
What happens in The Vanishing, moment by moment
- 0:25 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
- 0:30 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:45 💬 Language 7/10
Sex and nudity in The Vanishing
There is no sexual content; the film focuses strictly on the survival and psychological descent of the keepers.
Violence and gore in The Vanishing
The violence is frequent and graphic, including bludgeoning, manual strangulation, and stabbing. Characters inflict severe physical harm on intruders and each other, often resulting in blood and visible injury.
Language in The Vanishing
Strong language is pervasive throughout the film, including multiple uses of 'f*ck,' 'c*nt,' 'sh*t,' and other derogatory terms. Profanity is used naturally by the characters as tensions escalate.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Vanishing
Characters regularly consume whiskey and smoke cigarettes and pipes throughout their shift to manage stress or as part of their daily habits.
Mature themes in The Vanishing
The film explores heavy themes of greed, murder, post-traumatic stress, and the total disintegration of morality under pressure. The psychological decay of the characters as they grapple with their actions on the island forms the core of the narrative.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Vanishing appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Vanishing is best for ages 17+. It's rated R. The Vanishing is a psychological thriller that tracks three lighthouse keepers whose isolation on a remote Scottish island turns into a struggle for survival after discovering a chest of gold. The film received its R…
What age rating does The Vanishing have?
The Vanishing is officially rated R. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 17+.
What is The Vanishing about?
The Vanishing is a psychological thriller that tracks three lighthouse keepers whose isolation on a remote Scottish island turns into a struggle for survival after discovering a chest of gold. The film received its R rating for its intense and often brutal violence, pervasive coarse language, and dark themes of greed…
Is there sex or nudity in The Vanishing?
There is no sexual content; the film focuses strictly on the survival and psychological descent of the keepers.
How violent is The Vanishing?
The violence is frequent and graphic, including bludgeoning, manual strangulation, and stabbing. Characters inflict severe physical harm on intruders and each other, often resulting in blood and visible injury.
Is the language in The Vanishing appropriate for kids?
Strong language is pervasive throughout the film, including multiple uses of 'f*ck,' 'c*nt,' 'sh*t,' and other derogatory terms. Profanity is used naturally by the characters as tensions escalate.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Vanishing?
Characters regularly consume whiskey and smoke cigarettes and pipes throughout their shift to manage stress or as part of their daily habits.
What mature themes appear in The Vanishing?
The film explores heavy themes of greed, murder, post-traumatic stress, and the total disintegration of morality under pressure. The psychological decay of the characters as they grapple with their actions on the island forms the core of the narrative.
How long is The Vanishing?
The Vanishing runs 108 minutes, directed by Kristoffer Nyholm, released in 2019.
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