The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity (2020) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Every few hundred years, the most powerful demon on earth—a snake demon—awakens, and the Yin-Yang Masters are summoned to the capital. Meanwhile, the Princess of the realm has her own plans, as she conspires to claim the demon’s power.
Rated PG-13 • 2020 • 2h 12m
This Chinese fantasy epic received its PG-13 rating for its significant stylized violence and mature thematic elements. The story follows Yin-Yang Master Qingming and his reluctant partner Boya as they uncover a conspiracy surrounding a demonic serpent. Parents should be aware of frequent fantasy battles involving swords, magic, and monstrous creatures, with some bloody results and several on-screen character deaths. Themes of romantic… Sign up for the full guide
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Is The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity appropriate for kids?
This Chinese fantasy epic received its PG-13 rating for its significant stylized violence and mature thematic elements. The story follows Yin-Yang Master Qingming and his reluctant partner Boya as they uncover a conspiracy surrounding a demonic serpent. Parents should be aware… Read more — free account
Content severity in The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity
What happens in The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity, moment by moment
- 0:10 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
- 0:21 ⚔ Violence & Gore 6/10
- 0:33 🍷 Substances 2/10
Sex and nudity in The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity
There is no explicit sexual content or nudity. A few scenes feature male characters shirtless during combat, training, or when injured. The central relationship between the two male protagonists, Qingming and Boya, contains strong homoerotic subtext and is depicted as a deep, devoted bond, which is a key element of the film's emotional core but does not involve any physical intimacy.
Violence and gore in The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity
The film contains a moderate amount of stylized fantasy violence. There are numerous fights involving swords, bows, and magical abilities, as well as combat against demonic creatures. Several characters are killed, sometimes by being impaled with a sword or attacked by a creature. Some blood is shown on characters and their wounds, but the violence is not graphically gory. The final act features large-scale battles between a giant serpent, magical guardians, and the main characters.
Language in The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity
None. There is no profanity in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity
There are a couple of scenes where characters socially drink alcohol (likely wine or liquor) from flasks or cups. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
Mature themes in The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity
The film's primary themes involve loyalty, forbidden love, obsession, and sacrifice. The plot revolves around a centuries-old tragic romance that leads to disastrous consequences. Several characters die, and a principal character commits suicide on screen with a sword. The bond between the two male leads culminates in one sacrificing his human form to become a spiritual guardian for the other, exploring ideas of devotion and the nature of humanity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. This Chinese fantasy epic received its PG-13 rating for its significant stylized violence and mature thematic elements. The story follows Yin-Yang Master Qingming and his reluctant partner Boya as they uncover a…
What age rating does The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity have?
The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity about?
This Chinese fantasy epic received its PG-13 rating for its significant stylized violence and mature thematic elements. The story follows Yin-Yang Master Qingming and his reluctant partner Boya as they uncover a conspiracy surrounding a demonic serpent. Parents should be aware of frequent fantasy battles involving…
Is there sex or nudity in The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity?
There is no explicit sexual content or nudity. A few scenes feature male characters shirtless during combat, training, or when injured. The central relationship between the two male protagonists, Qingming and Boya, contains strong homoerotic subtext and is…
How violent is The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity?
The film contains a moderate amount of stylized fantasy violence. There are numerous fights involving swords, bows, and magical abilities, as well as combat against demonic creatures. Several characters are killed, sometimes by being impaled with a sword or…
Is the language in The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity appropriate for kids?
None. There is no profanity in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity?
There are a couple of scenes where characters socially drink alcohol (likely wine or liquor) from flasks or cups. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
What mature themes appear in The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity?
The film's primary themes involve loyalty, forbidden love, obsession, and sacrifice. The plot revolves around a centuries-old tragic romance that leads to disastrous consequences. Several characters die, and a principal character commits suicide on screen…
How long is The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity?
The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity runs 132 minutes, directed by Edward Guo, released in 2020.
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