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What a Beautiful Day (2011) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

Checco, an uneducated but self-satisfied fellow from Milan, who has always dreamed of becoming a police officer, fails his entrance exam for the third time. It must be said that at the oral examination Checco said that the reason why he wanted to join the police was benefits in kind and cronyism! But the young man has connections and he soon finds himself a security agent at the Milan Cathedral. Of course the bumbling idiot proves a living catastrophe! Spotted by Sufien, an Arab terrorist who is preparing an attack against the… Sign up for the full guide

Rated T • 2011 • 1h 32m

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This Italian comedy, "What a Beautiful Day", centers on a hapless security guard named Checco who unwittingly befriends a woman, Farah, planning a terrorist attack on the Milan Cathedral. The film's unrated status belies content that would likely earn a PG-13 rating for its thematic material. While the violence is purely slapstick and the romance is mild, the central plot involving terrorism, though handled comically, is a mature… Sign up for the full guide

Cast

Checco Zalone
Checco Zalone
Nabiha Akkari
Nabiha Akkari
Rocco Papaleo
Rocco Papaleo
Tullio Solenghi
Tullio Solenghi
Anna Rita Del Piano
Anna Rita Del Piano
Michele Alhaique
Michele Alhaique
Mehdi Mahdloo
Mehdi Mahdloo
Anna Bellato
Anna Bellato
Ivano Marescotti
Ivano Marescotti
Herbert Ballerina
Herbert Ballerina
Cinzia Mascoli
Cinzia Mascoli
Paolo De Vita
Paolo De Vita
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Is What a Beautiful Day appropriate for kids?

This Italian comedy, "What a Beautiful Day", centers on a hapless security guard named Checco who unwittingly befriends a woman, Farah, planning a terrorist attack on the Milan Cathedral. The film's unrated status belies content that would likely earn a PG-13 rating for its… Read more — free account

Content severity in What a Beautiful Day

Sex Moderate 3/10
Violence Moderate 4/10
Language Mild 2/10
Substances Mild 2/10
Themes Strong 6/10

What happens in What a Beautiful Day, moment by moment

  1. 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 4/10
  2. 0:15 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
  3. 0:26 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
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Sex and nudity in What a Beautiful Day

Contains light romantic elements. A key plot point involves Farah being sent to seduce Checco, and the two develop a romance. This is depicted through flirtation, romantic scenes, and likely a few kisses, but there is no nudity or explicit sexual content.

Violence and gore in What a Beautiful Day

Violence is infrequent and handled in a comical, slapstick manner. Checco's ineptitude as a security guard leads to some bumbling physical comedy. The film's climax features an explosion, but it destroys an empty, dilapidated building in a way that is beneficial to the protagonist and played for laughs; no one is injured.

Language in What a Beautiful Day

Specific details on language are limited, but an Italian comedy of this nature likely includes some mild profanity used for comedic effect. Expect occasional use of words comparable to "hell" or "damn," but foul language is not pervasive.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in What a Beautiful Day

Substance use is present but mild. Characters partake in social drinking, such as sharing wine during family meals or having beer in other casual settings, which is depicted as a normal part of life.

Mature themes in What a Beautiful Day

The main theme is a terrorism plot, which is a mature and serious topic. However, it is treated entirely as a farce, with the potential threat undercut by the protagonist's obliviousness and the film's lighthearted tone. Other themes include cultural misunderstandings, friendship, and a character's emotional conflict between her mission and her growing feelings for someone.

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Is What a Beautiful Day appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests What a Beautiful Day is best for ages 13+. It's rated T. This Italian comedy, "What a Beautiful Day", centers on a hapless security guard named Checco who unwittingly befriends a woman, Farah, planning a terrorist attack on the Milan Cathedral. The film's unrated status…

What age rating does What a Beautiful Day have?

What a Beautiful Day is officially rated T. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.

What is What a Beautiful Day about?

This Italian comedy, "What a Beautiful Day", centers on a hapless security guard named Checco who unwittingly befriends a woman, Farah, planning a terrorist attack on the Milan Cathedral. The film's unrated status belies content that would likely earn a PG-13 rating for its thematic material. While the violence is…

Is there sex or nudity in What a Beautiful Day?

Contains light romantic elements. A key plot point involves Farah being sent to seduce Checco, and the two develop a romance. This is depicted through flirtation, romantic scenes, and likely a few kisses, but there is no nudity or explicit sexual content.

How violent is What a Beautiful Day?

Violence is infrequent and handled in a comical, slapstick manner. Checco's ineptitude as a security guard leads to some bumbling physical comedy. The film's climax features an explosion, but it destroys an empty, dilapidated building in a way that is…

Is the language in What a Beautiful Day appropriate for kids?

Specific details on language are limited, but an Italian comedy of this nature likely includes some mild profanity used for comedic effect. Expect occasional use of words comparable to "hell" or "damn," but foul language is not pervasive.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in What a Beautiful Day?

Substance use is present but mild. Characters partake in social drinking, such as sharing wine during family meals or having beer in other casual settings, which is depicted as a normal part of life.

What mature themes appear in What a Beautiful Day?

The main theme is a terrorism plot, which is a mature and serious topic. However, it is treated entirely as a farce, with the potential threat undercut by the protagonist's obliviousness and the film's lighthearted tone. Other themes include cultural…

How long is What a Beautiful Day?

What a Beautiful Day runs 92 minutes, directed by Gennaro Nunziante, released in 2011.

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