The Wind Rises (2013) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A lifelong love of flight inspires Japanese aviation engineer Jiro Horikoshi, whose storied career includes the creation of the A-6M World War II fighter plane.
Rated PG-13 • 2013 • 2h 6m
The Wind Rises is a meditative, biographical drama following the life of Jiro Horikoshi, the visionary aeronautical engineer who designed fighter planes during a turbulent era in Japanese history. While the film is visually stunning, it deals with mature themes including terminal illness, the moral consequences of engineering weapons of war, and the loss of life during natural disasters. Parents should be aware of frequent smoking… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Wind Rises appropriate for kids?
The Wind Rises is a meditative, biographical drama following the life of Jiro Horikoshi, the visionary aeronautical engineer who designed fighter planes during a turbulent era in Japanese history. While the film is visually stunning, it deals with mature themes including… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Wind Rises
What happens in The Wind Rises, moment by moment
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:25 🍷 Substances 4/10
- 0:32 💬 Language 2/10
Sex and nudity in The Wind Rises
Limited to fleeting, mild romantic interactions. There are a few brief scenes of kissing and a newlywed couple shown flirtatiously under bed covers.
Violence and gore in The Wind Rises
Moderate. The film depicts a harrowing, loud, and intense earthquake sequence that results in widespread destruction and implied casualties. Later scenes show detailed, realistic imagery of war-torn landscapes and industrial aircraft manufacturing.
Language in The Wind Rises
Mild. There are occasional uses of the word 'damn' and some minor, infrequent name-calling between characters.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Wind Rises
Moderate. Smoking is a pervasive element of the film, with characters seen lighting cigarettes frequently in social and professional settings, sometimes picking old ones from ashtrays.
Mature themes in The Wind Rises
Strong. The narrative deals heavily with themes of terminal tuberculosis, the heartbreak of watching a loved one decline, and the moral weight of creating machines meant for warfare.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Wind Rises appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Wind Rises is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. The Wind Rises is a meditative, biographical drama following the life of Jiro Horikoshi, the visionary aeronautical engineer who designed fighter planes during a turbulent era in Japanese history. While the film is…
What age rating does The Wind Rises have?
The Wind Rises is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Wind Rises about?
The Wind Rises is a meditative, biographical drama following the life of Jiro Horikoshi, the visionary aeronautical engineer who designed fighter planes during a turbulent era in Japanese history. While the film is visually stunning, it deals with mature themes including terminal illness, the moral consequences of…
Is there sex or nudity in The Wind Rises?
Limited to fleeting, mild romantic interactions. There are a few brief scenes of kissing and a newlywed couple shown flirtatiously under bed covers.
How violent is The Wind Rises?
Moderate. The film depicts a harrowing, loud, and intense earthquake sequence that results in widespread destruction and implied casualties. Later scenes show detailed, realistic imagery of war-torn landscapes and industrial aircraft manufacturing.
Is the language in The Wind Rises appropriate for kids?
Mild. There are occasional uses of the word 'damn' and some minor, infrequent name-calling between characters.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Wind Rises?
Moderate. Smoking is a pervasive element of the film, with characters seen lighting cigarettes frequently in social and professional settings, sometimes picking old ones from ashtrays.
What mature themes appear in The Wind Rises?
Strong. The narrative deals heavily with themes of terminal tuberculosis, the heartbreak of watching a loved one decline, and the moral weight of creating machines meant for warfare.
How long is The Wind Rises?
The Wind Rises runs 126 minutes, directed by Hayao Miyazaki, released in 2013.
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