The Wings of the Kirin (2012) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A man's body is found under the statue of a winged kirin in the Nihombashi area of Tokyo. A suspect named Yashima has a car accident and falls unconscious while he is attempting to run away. Yashima's lover Kaori comes from Fukushima and tells detectives that he is absolutely not a criminal. Meanwhile, Detective Kyoichiro Kaga's (Hiroshi Abe) investigates and uncovers a point of contact between the dead body and Yashima. A hidden fact of the victim is revealed which even his children did not know about...
Rated NR • 2012 • 2h 9m
The Wings of the Kirin (directed by Nobuhiro Doi) is a slow-burning Japanese detective drama built around a mysterious death: a man's body is found beneath the winged kirin statue in Tokyo's Nihombashi and Detective Kyoichiro Kaga (Hiroshi Abe) follows leads that unsettle a family. Parents should know the film contains a non-graphic but clearly depicted corpse, a violent car crash that leaves a suspect unconscious, recurring tense… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Wings of the Kirin appropriate for kids?
The Wings of the Kirin (directed by Nobuhiro Doi) is a slow-burning Japanese detective drama built around a mysterious death: a man's body is found beneath the winged kirin statue in Tokyo's Nihombashi and Detective Kyoichiro Kaga (Hiroshi Abe) follows leads that unsettle a… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Wings of the Kirin
What happens in The Wings of the Kirin, moment by moment
- 0:06 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:07 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:14 🍷 Substances 2/10
Sex and nudity in The Wings of the Kirin
Light, non-graphic. The film references Yashima's relationship with Kaori and their status as lovers, but there are no explicit sex scenes or nudity shown; intimacy is implied or discussed rather than depicted.
Violence and gore in The Wings of the Kirin
Strong but largely non-graphic. The central plot opens with a discovered corpse beneath the winged kirin statue in Nihombashi; the investigation includes the physical aftermath (a car crash, an unconscious suspect) and several close police examinations of the scene and body. There are tense confrontations and references to the killing, but no explicit gore or prolonged on-screen brutality.
Language in The Wings of the Kirin
Mild to moderate. The dialogue includes some blunt, raised-voice exchanges and occasional coarse Japanese in interrogations and family arguments, but there is no sustained stream of profanity or sexual insults.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Wings of the Kirin
Brief, incidental. Adults smoke and drink in a few scenes (street, bars, or homes) while discussing the case; there is no depiction of illicit drug use or intoxication-driven crime.
Mature themes in The Wings of the Kirin
Strong, adult emotional themes. The film centers on death, grief, betrayal and a hidden aspect of the victim's life that even his children did not know — those revelations drive much of the emotional weight and create scenes of family distress. Issues of identity, trust and the consequences of a secret life are recurrent and may be upsetting to some viewers.
Scary moments in The Wings of the Kirin
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Wings of the Kirin appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Wings of the Kirin is best for ages 10+. It's rated NR. The Wings of the Kirin (directed by Nobuhiro Doi) is a slow-burning Japanese detective drama built around a mysterious death: a man's body is found beneath the winged kirin statue in Tokyo's Nihombashi and Detective…
What age rating does The Wings of the Kirin have?
The Wings of the Kirin is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is The Wings of the Kirin about?
The Wings of the Kirin (directed by Nobuhiro Doi) is a slow-burning Japanese detective drama built around a mysterious death: a man's body is found beneath the winged kirin statue in Tokyo's Nihombashi and Detective Kyoichiro Kaga (Hiroshi Abe) follows leads that unsettle a family. Parents should know the film…
Is there sex or nudity in The Wings of the Kirin?
Light, non-graphic. The film references Yashima's relationship with Kaori and their status as lovers, but there are no explicit sex scenes or nudity shown; intimacy is implied or discussed rather than depicted.
How violent is The Wings of the Kirin?
Strong but largely non-graphic. The central plot opens with a discovered corpse beneath the winged kirin statue in Nihombashi; the investigation includes the physical aftermath (a car crash, an unconscious suspect) and several close police examinations of the…
Is the language in The Wings of the Kirin appropriate for kids?
Mild to moderate. The dialogue includes some blunt, raised-voice exchanges and occasional coarse Japanese in interrogations and family arguments, but there is no sustained stream of profanity or sexual insults.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Wings of the Kirin?
Brief, incidental. Adults smoke and drink in a few scenes (street, bars, or homes) while discussing the case; there is no depiction of illicit drug use or intoxication-driven crime.
What mature themes appear in The Wings of the Kirin?
Strong, adult emotional themes. The film centers on death, grief, betrayal and a hidden aspect of the victim's life that even his children did not know — those revelations drive much of the emotional weight and create scenes of family distress. Issues of…
How long is The Wings of the Kirin?
The Wings of the Kirin runs 129 minutes, directed by Nobuhiro Doi, released in 2012.
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