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Untold: Hall of Shame (2023) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Examine one of sports' biggest steroid scandals via interviews with the head of BALCO lab, athletes suspected of using performance-enhancing drugs and more.

Rated PG-13 • 2023 • 1h 19m

Age
13+

Untold: Hall of Shame is a documentary examining the BALCO performance-enhancing drug scandal that rocked professional sports. Through interviews with figures like Victor Conte and various athletes, the film explores the ethics of doping and the intense pressure to win at all costs. Parents should be aware that the content features frequent, non-graphic discussions about substance abuse, medical ethics, and the fallout of professional… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

John Ashcroft
John Ashcroft
Joe Biden
Joe Biden
MB
Matt Biondi
Barry Bonds
Barry Bonds
George W. Bush
George W. Bush
KC
Ken Caminiti
JC
Jose Canseco
VC
Victor Conte
TE
Troy Ellerman
CF
Charlie Francis
JG
Jason Giambi
Devin Haney
Devin Haney
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Is Untold: Hall of Shame appropriate for kids?

Untold: Hall of Shame is a documentary examining the BALCO performance-enhancing drug scandal that rocked professional sports. Through interviews with figures like Victor Conte and various athletes, the film explores the ethics of doping and the intense pressure to win at all… Read more — free account

Content severity in Untold: Hall of Shame

Sex None 0/10
Violence None 0/10
Language Moderate 4/10
Substances Strong 7/10
Themes Strong 5/10

What happens in Untold: Hall of Shame, moment by moment

  1. 0:12 💬 Language 4/10
  2. 0:18 🍷 Substances 7/10
  3. 0:28 🍷 Substances 6/10
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Sex and nudity in Untold: Hall of Shame

There is no sexual content in this documentary.

Violence and gore in Untold: Hall of Shame

Violence is absent; the film focuses on interviews and archival footage of sports competitions rather than physical conflict.

Language in Untold: Hall of Shame

Language includes moderate profanity, with occasional uses of strong words like 'f---' and 's---' during interviews as subjects express frustration or describe intense past experiences.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Untold: Hall of Shame

Substance use is the central theme of the film, focusing on the systemic abuse of anabolic steroids, HGH, and designer drugs like 'The Clear'. There are recurring discussions of drug administration and the medical consequences for athletes involved in the BALCO scandal.

Mature themes in Untold: Hall of Shame

The film deals with themes of dishonesty, the corruption of professional sports, public shaming, and the long-term emotional and legal consequences of choices made by high-profile athletes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Untold: Hall of Shame appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Untold: Hall of Shame is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Untold: Hall of Shame is a documentary examining the BALCO performance-enhancing drug scandal that rocked professional sports. Through interviews with figures like Victor Conte and various athletes, the film explores…

What age rating does Untold: Hall of Shame have?

Untold: Hall of Shame is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is Untold: Hall of Shame about?

Untold: Hall of Shame is a documentary examining the BALCO performance-enhancing drug scandal that rocked professional sports. Through interviews with figures like Victor Conte and various athletes, the film explores the ethics of doping and the intense pressure to win at all costs. Parents should be aware that the…

Is there sex or nudity in Untold: Hall of Shame?

There is no sexual content in this documentary.

How violent is Untold: Hall of Shame?

Violence is absent; the film focuses on interviews and archival footage of sports competitions rather than physical conflict.

Is the language in Untold: Hall of Shame appropriate for kids?

Language includes moderate profanity, with occasional uses of strong words like 'f---' and 's---' during interviews as subjects express frustration or describe intense past experiences.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Untold: Hall of Shame?

Substance use is the central theme of the film, focusing on the systemic abuse of anabolic steroids, HGH, and designer drugs like 'The Clear'. There are recurring discussions of drug administration and the medical consequences for athletes involved in the…

What mature themes appear in Untold: Hall of Shame?

The film deals with themes of dishonesty, the corruption of professional sports, public shaming, and the long-term emotional and legal consequences of choices made by high-profile athletes.

How long is Untold: Hall of Shame?

Untold: Hall of Shame runs 79 minutes, directed by Bryan Storkel, released in 2023.

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