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Unicorn Store (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

A woman named Kit moves back to her parent's house, where she receives a mysterious invitation that would fulfill her childhood dreams.

Rated NR • 2017 • 1h 31m

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Unicorn Store is a whimsical, allegorical film about Kit, a quirky artist who moves back home after failing to launch her career. The film is unrated but its content is similar to a PG or light PG-13 rating. The primary content concerns for parents are moderate language, including several uses of "shit," and mature themes such as adult failure, family conflict, and workplace harassment. There is also a brief, non-graphic verbal… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Brie Larson
Brie Larson
Samuel L. Jackson
Samuel L. Jackson
Joan Cusack
Joan Cusack
Bradley Whitford
Bradley Whitford
Mamoudou Athie
Mamoudou Athie
Hamish Linklater
Hamish Linklater
Martha MacIsaac
Martha MacIsaac
Karan Soni
Karan Soni
Annaleigh Ashford
Annaleigh Ashford
Ryan Hansen
Ryan Hansen
Mary Holland
Mary Holland
Ithamar Enriquez
Ithamar Enriquez
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Is Unicorn Store appropriate for kids?

Unicorn Store is a whimsical, allegorical film about Kit, a quirky artist who moves back home after failing to launch her career. The film is unrated but its content is similar to a PG or light PG-13 rating. The primary content concerns for parents are moderate language… Read more — free account

Content severity in Unicorn Store

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence Mild 1/10
Language Moderate 4/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Strong 5/10

What happens in Unicorn Store, moment by moment

  1. 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
  2. 0:16 ♥ Sex & Nudity 3/10
  3. 0:25 💬 Language 3/10
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Sex and nudity in Unicorn Store

No nudity or sexual activity. The content is limited to a few instances of wildly inappropriate behavior from Kit's boss, Gary. He makes her uncomfortable by touching her, smelling her hair, and making awkward, unwelcome advances. This is handled as a mild but clear depiction of workplace harassment.

Violence and gore in Unicorn Store

Violence is absent from the film. There is no fighting, weapons, blood, or significant peril. In one very brief moment, a minor character mentions liking to draw pictures of knives but quickly clarifies that he has no violent intent. The film's tone remains consistently non-violent.

Language in Unicorn Store

The film contains moderate profanity. The word "shit" is used approximately half a dozen times, along with a couple uses of "bullshit." There is also one exclamation of "Jesus" as an expletive. The language is the main element that pushes the film toward a PG-13 sensibility.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Unicorn Store

Substance use is very light. Characters are seen drinking wine socially during a family dinner. In one scene following this, Kit is depicted as being slightly drunk. There is no smoking or drug use.

Mature themes in Unicorn Store

The film explores mature themes of failure, disillusionment with adulthood, family conflict, and the struggle to maintain one's identity. There are tense, emotional arguments between Kit and her parents. In one scene, a character verbally mentions that a child was abused by a neighbor, which is a brief but heavy topic. The film also clearly depicts workplace harassment, though it's not a central plot point.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Unicorn Store appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Unicorn Store is best for ages 13+. It's rated NR. Unicorn Store is a whimsical, allegorical film about Kit, a quirky artist who moves back home after failing to launch her career. The film is unrated but its content is similar to a PG or light PG-13 rating. The primary…

What age rating does Unicorn Store have?

Unicorn Store is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Unicorn Store about?

Unicorn Store is a whimsical, allegorical film about Kit, a quirky artist who moves back home after failing to launch her career. The film is unrated but its content is similar to a PG or light PG-13 rating. The primary content concerns for parents are moderate language, including several uses of "shit," and mature…

Is there sex or nudity in Unicorn Store?

No nudity or sexual activity. The content is limited to a few instances of wildly inappropriate behavior from Kit's boss, Gary. He makes her uncomfortable by touching her, smelling her hair, and making awkward, unwelcome advances. This is handled as a mild…

How violent is Unicorn Store?

Violence is absent from the film. There is no fighting, weapons, blood, or significant peril. In one very brief moment, a minor character mentions liking to draw pictures of knives but quickly clarifies that he has no violent intent. The film's tone remains…

Is the language in Unicorn Store appropriate for kids?

The film contains moderate profanity. The word "shit" is used approximately half a dozen times, along with a couple uses of "bullshit." There is also one exclamation of "Jesus" as an expletive. The language is the main element that pushes the film toward a…

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Unicorn Store?

Substance use is very light. Characters are seen drinking wine socially during a family dinner. In one scene following this, Kit is depicted as being slightly drunk. There is no smoking or drug use.

What mature themes appear in Unicorn Store?

The film explores mature themes of failure, disillusionment with adulthood, family conflict, and the struggle to maintain one's identity. There are tense, emotional arguments between Kit and her parents. In one scene, a character verbally mentions that a…

How long is Unicorn Store?

Unicorn Store runs 91 minutes, directed by Brie Larson, released in 2017.

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