While the Wolf's Away (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
A young teen and his misfit group of friends try to escape from a strict boarding school that holds dangerous secrets.
Rated PG • 2017 • 2h 3m
Despite a PG rating in some regions, 'While the Wolf's Away' is an intense thriller with content more aligned with its TV-MA rating. The film's rating is primarily due to strong thematic material and acts of violence centered on children in a strict boarding school. Parents should be aware of scenes depicting severe child abuse, including a boy being repeatedly punched by an adult, and the off-screen murder of a child. Combined with a… Sign up for the full guide
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Is While the Wolf's Away appropriate for kids?
Despite a PG rating in some regions, 'While the Wolf's Away' is an intense thriller with content more aligned with its TV-MA rating. The film's rating is primarily due to strong thematic material and acts of violence centered on children in a strict boarding school. Parents… Read more — free account
Content severity in While the Wolf's Away
What happens in While the Wolf's Away, moment by moment
- 0:15 ♥ Sex & Nudity 2/10
- 0:22 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
- 0:31 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
Sex and nudity in While the Wolf's Away
Content is very mild. In one scene, a few early-teen students talk briefly about breasts in a juvenile manner. There is also a scene featuring a brief, innocent kiss between two teenage characters.
Violence and gore in While the Wolf's Away
Violence is infrequent but disturbing and impactful, particularly as it involves children. A young boy is repeatedly punched by an adult man, and his bruised face and bloody lip are shown. In another scene, an adult is hit on the head with a metal rod, drawing a little blood. Most significantly, a man is heard bludgeoning a child to death with a heavy object just off-screen.
Language in While the Wolf's Away
Language is not a significant concern. There are a few instances of mild profanity, such as uses of "hell" or "damn," used in moments of frustration.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in While the Wolf's Away
Substance use is minimal. An adult character is briefly shown drinking what appears to be hard liquor in his office. There is no depiction of drug use or teen drinking.
Mature themes in While the Wolf's Away
The film explores very mature and disturbing themes. The central theme is child abuse, both physical and psychological, within an authoritarian institution. It also deals with themes of rebellion, loss of innocence, and the murder of a child, which is a pivotal and dark event in the story.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is While the Wolf's Away appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests While the Wolf's Away is best for ages 15+. It's rated PG. Despite a PG rating in some regions, 'While the Wolf's Away' is an intense thriller with content more aligned with its TV-MA rating. The film's rating is primarily due to strong thematic material and acts of violence…
What age rating does While the Wolf's Away have?
While the Wolf's Away is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.
What is While the Wolf's Away about?
Despite a PG rating in some regions, 'While the Wolf's Away' is an intense thriller with content more aligned with its TV-MA rating. The film's rating is primarily due to strong thematic material and acts of violence centered on children in a strict boarding school. Parents should be aware of scenes depicting severe…
Is there sex or nudity in While the Wolf's Away?
Content is very mild. In one scene, a few early-teen students talk briefly about breasts in a juvenile manner. There is also a scene featuring a brief, innocent kiss between two teenage characters.
How violent is While the Wolf's Away?
Violence is infrequent but disturbing and impactful, particularly as it involves children. A young boy is repeatedly punched by an adult man, and his bruised face and bloody lip are shown. In another scene, an adult is hit on the head with a metal rod…
Is the language in While the Wolf's Away appropriate for kids?
Language is not a significant concern. There are a few instances of mild profanity, such as uses of "hell" or "damn," used in moments of frustration.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in While the Wolf's Away?
Substance use is minimal. An adult character is briefly shown drinking what appears to be hard liquor in his office. There is no depiction of drug use or teen drinking.
What mature themes appear in While the Wolf's Away?
The film explores very mature and disturbing themes. The central theme is child abuse, both physical and psychological, within an authoritarian institution. It also deals with themes of rebellion, loss of innocence, and the murder of a child, which is a…
How long is While the Wolf's Away?
While the Wolf's Away runs 123 minutes, directed by Joseph Hemsani Levy, released in 2017.
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