Up Close & Personal (1996) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Tally Atwater has a dream: to be a prime-time network newscaster. She pursues this dream with nothing but ambition, raw talent and a homemade demo tape. Warren Justice is a brilliant, hard edged, veteran newsman. He sees Tally has talent and becomes her mentor. Tally’s career takes a meteoric rise and she and Warren fall in love. The romance that results is as intense and revealing as television news itself. Yet, each breaking story, every videotaped crisis that brings them together, also threatens to drive them apart...
Rated PG-13 • 1996 • 1h 59m
Rated PG-13, "Up Close & Personal" is a romantic drama that earns its rating primarily through mature themes, some sensuality, and two key sequences of violence. The film charts the relationship between aspiring reporter Tally Atwater and her mentor Warren Justice, and parents should be aware of a lengthy, intense prison riot sequence and a sudden, upsetting ambush where a main character is killed. The film also contains an implied sex… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Up Close & Personal appropriate for kids?
Rated PG-13, "Up Close & Personal" is a romantic drama that earns its rating primarily through mature themes, some sensuality, and two key sequences of violence. The film charts the relationship between aspiring reporter Tally Atwater and her mentor Warren Justice, and parents… Read more — free account
Content severity in Up Close & Personal
What happens in Up Close & Personal, moment by moment
- 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
- 0:26 🍷 Substances 2/10
- 0:35 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
Sex and nudity in Up Close & Personal
Contains some sensuality and a few sexual scenes. In one scene, a man and woman have sex; he is shown kissing down her body and his head moves below the frame, implying oral sex, though nothing explicit is shown. In another scene, two characters are making out on an office floor with shirts unbuttoned before being interrupted. There are also some occasional verbal sexual references.
Violence and gore in Up Close & Personal
Violence is infrequent but occurs in two strong, intense sequences. One major scene depicts a prison riot where Tally is held hostage; inmates are seen being violently beaten, and some dead bodies are shown with bloody faces. The other sequence, near the end, shows a main character and his crew being ambushed by soldiers with machine guns, resulting in a sudden and upsetting on-screen death.
Language in Up Close & Personal
Language includes one use of the word "f--k" in a sexual context ("you thought I came here to f--k you"). Other mild profanity and some sexual slang are used occasionally throughout the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Up Close & Personal
Characters are occasionally shown drinking alcohol (wine, beer, champagne) in social settings, such as at dinners, parties, or bars. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
Mature themes in Up Close & Personal
The film deals with mature themes including professional ambition, workplace politics, mentorship, and romance. The most significant theme is dealing with loss and grief, as a main character's sudden death is a central plot point in the final act, and the protagonist's reaction is shown in detail. The dangers and ethical considerations of journalism are also explored.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Up Close & Personal appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Up Close & Personal is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Rated PG-13, "Up Close & Personal" is a romantic drama that earns its rating primarily through mature themes, some sensuality, and two key sequences of violence. The film charts the relationship between aspiring…
What age rating does Up Close & Personal have?
Up Close & Personal is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Up Close & Personal about?
Rated PG-13, "Up Close & Personal" is a romantic drama that earns its rating primarily through mature themes, some sensuality, and two key sequences of violence. The film charts the relationship between aspiring reporter Tally Atwater and her mentor Warren Justice, and parents should be aware of a lengthy, intense…
Is there sex or nudity in Up Close & Personal?
Contains some sensuality and a few sexual scenes. In one scene, a man and woman have sex; he is shown kissing down her body and his head moves below the frame, implying oral sex, though nothing explicit is shown. In another scene, two characters are making…
How violent is Up Close & Personal?
Violence is infrequent but occurs in two strong, intense sequences. One major scene depicts a prison riot where Tally is held hostage; inmates are seen being violently beaten, and some dead bodies are shown with bloody faces. The other sequence, near the end…
Is the language in Up Close & Personal appropriate for kids?
Language includes one use of the word "f--k" in a sexual context ("you thought I came here to f--k you"). Other mild profanity and some sexual slang are used occasionally throughout the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Up Close & Personal?
Characters are occasionally shown drinking alcohol (wine, beer, champagne) in social settings, such as at dinners, parties, or bars. There is no depiction of drunkenness or substance abuse.
What mature themes appear in Up Close & Personal?
The film deals with mature themes including professional ambition, workplace politics, mentorship, and romance. The most significant theme is dealing with loss and grief, as a main character's sudden death is a central plot point in the final act, and the…
How long is Up Close & Personal?
Up Close & Personal runs 119 minutes, directed by Jon Avnet, released in 1996.
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