Under the Hawthorn Tree (2010) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The daughter of a right-winger, schoolgirl Jing Qiu is sent to the countryside for reeducation, and tasked to help write a textbook. There she meets Lao San, a young soldier with a bright future ahead. Despite the class divide and parental disapproval, romance blooms against turbulent times.
Rated NR • 2010 • 1h 53m
Set during the Chinese Cultural Revolution, Under the Hawthorn Tree tells the poignant story of Jing Qiu, a student sent to the countryside, and her blossoming, forbidden romance with a young soldier named Lao San. The film is a quiet, period drama that explores themes of social duty, class prejudice, and the heavy impact of political upheaval on personal lives. Parents should be aware that the film is highly emotional and deals with… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Under the Hawthorn Tree appropriate for kids?
Set during the Chinese Cultural Revolution, Under the Hawthorn Tree tells the poignant story of Jing Qiu, a student sent to the countryside, and her blossoming, forbidden romance with a young soldier named Lao San. The film is a quiet, period drama that explores themes of social… Read more — free account
Content severity in Under the Hawthorn Tree
What happens in Under the Hawthorn Tree, moment by moment
- 0:25 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 1:08 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
- 1:35 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
Sex and nudity in Under the Hawthorn Tree
The film is chaste and romantic, focusing on emotional intimacy. There is a single scene where two characters lie on a bed together, and a hand is shown touching an arm or body under a blanket, but nothing explicit or graphic occurs.
Violence and gore in Under the Hawthorn Tree
Violence is absent from the film. The story is a character-driven romance that remains focused on social interactions and personal hardships rather than physical conflict.
Language in Under the Hawthorn Tree
There is no profanity or offensive language throughout the film, reflecting the period and the reserved nature of the characters.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Under the Hawthorn Tree
There are no depictions of substance use, drugs, or alcohol throughout the film.
Mature themes in Under the Hawthorn Tree
The film deals with significant, mature themes including the political persecution and social degradation of families during the Cultural Revolution. It also features the serious illness and eventual death of a young protagonist, which may be emotionally heavy for some viewers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Under the Hawthorn Tree appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Under the Hawthorn Tree is best for ages 11+. It's rated NR. Set during the Chinese Cultural Revolution, Under the Hawthorn Tree tells the poignant story of Jing Qiu, a student sent to the countryside, and her blossoming, forbidden romance with a young soldier named Lao San. The…
What age rating does Under the Hawthorn Tree have?
Under the Hawthorn Tree is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 11+.
What is Under the Hawthorn Tree about?
Set during the Chinese Cultural Revolution, Under the Hawthorn Tree tells the poignant story of Jing Qiu, a student sent to the countryside, and her blossoming, forbidden romance with a young soldier named Lao San. The film is a quiet, period drama that explores themes of social duty, class prejudice, and the heavy…
Is there sex or nudity in Under the Hawthorn Tree?
The film is chaste and romantic, focusing on emotional intimacy. There is a single scene where two characters lie on a bed together, and a hand is shown touching an arm or body under a blanket, but nothing explicit or graphic occurs.
How violent is Under the Hawthorn Tree?
Violence is absent from the film. The story is a character-driven romance that remains focused on social interactions and personal hardships rather than physical conflict.
Is the language in Under the Hawthorn Tree appropriate for kids?
There is no profanity or offensive language throughout the film, reflecting the period and the reserved nature of the characters.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Under the Hawthorn Tree?
There are no depictions of substance use, drugs, or alcohol throughout the film.
What mature themes appear in Under the Hawthorn Tree?
The film deals with significant, mature themes including the political persecution and social degradation of families during the Cultural Revolution. It also features the serious illness and eventual death of a young protagonist, which may be emotionally…
How long is Under the Hawthorn Tree?
Under the Hawthorn Tree runs 113 minutes, directed by Zhang Yimou, released in 2010.
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