Whip It (2009) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
In Bodeen, Texas, an indie-rock loving misfit finds a way of dealing with her small-town misery after she discovers a roller derby league in nearby Austin.
Rated PG-13 • 2009 • 1h 51m
Whip It follows teenager Bliss Cavendar as she leaves the stifling pageant world of small-town Texas to join a rough-and-tumble roller derby team in Austin. The film earned a PG-13 rating primarily for mild sexual content, including a scene where the lead character loses her virginity, and for the frequent, aggressive sports violence inherent to roller derby. Parents should be aware of some teenage rebellion, mild profanity, and an… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Whip It appropriate for kids?
Whip It follows teenager Bliss Cavendar as she leaves the stifling pageant world of small-town Texas to join a rough-and-tumble roller derby team in Austin. The film earned a PG-13 rating primarily for mild sexual content, including a scene where the lead character loses her… Read more — free account
Content severity in Whip It
What happens in Whip It, moment by moment
- 0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:15 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
- 0:28 💬 Language 4/10
Sex and nudity in Whip It
There is a moderate focus on dating and romance, with one scene depicting a teenage girl losing her virginity. While the act itself is implied and non-explicit, the situation is presented with emotional weight. Other dialogue touches on dating in a typical teen-comedy fashion.
Violence and gore in Whip It
The film features recurring, high-contact sports violence during roller derby bouts. Players frequently collide, knock one another into walls, and fall onto the track, often resulting in minor scrapes and bruises. While intense and physical, it remains within the context of a sports movie.
Language in Whip It
Profanity is moderate and consists primarily of standard teen-drama fare, including frequent uses of words like 'hell', 'damn', 'ass', and occasional stronger expletives. It is used in conversational, emotional, and competitive contexts.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Whip It
There are brief references to alcohol and a specific plot point involving a teenager being arrested for underage drinking at an arena. Occasional scenes show adults drinking beer or wine in social settings.
Mature themes in Whip It
The film explores themes of teenage rebellion, familial expectations, and self-discovery. Bliss struggles with the friction between her mother's desire for her to be a beauty queen and her own passion for roller derby, reflecting common pressures faced by adolescents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Whip It appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Whip It is best for ages 13+. It's rated PG-13. Whip It follows teenager Bliss Cavendar as she leaves the stifling pageant world of small-town Texas to join a rough-and-tumble roller derby team in Austin. The film earned a PG-13 rating primarily for mild sexual…
What age rating does Whip It have?
Whip It is officially rated PG-13. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Whip It about?
Whip It follows teenager Bliss Cavendar as she leaves the stifling pageant world of small-town Texas to join a rough-and-tumble roller derby team in Austin. The film earned a PG-13 rating primarily for mild sexual content, including a scene where the lead character loses her virginity, and for the frequent, aggressive…
Is there sex or nudity in Whip It?
There is a moderate focus on dating and romance, with one scene depicting a teenage girl losing her virginity. While the act itself is implied and non-explicit, the situation is presented with emotional weight. Other dialogue touches on dating in a typical…
How violent is Whip It?
The film features recurring, high-contact sports violence during roller derby bouts. Players frequently collide, knock one another into walls, and fall onto the track, often resulting in minor scrapes and bruises. While intense and physical, it remains within…
Is the language in Whip It appropriate for kids?
Profanity is moderate and consists primarily of standard teen-drama fare, including frequent uses of words like 'hell', 'damn', 'ass', and occasional stronger expletives. It is used in conversational, emotional, and competitive contexts.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Whip It?
There are brief references to alcohol and a specific plot point involving a teenager being arrested for underage drinking at an arena. Occasional scenes show adults drinking beer or wine in social settings.
What mature themes appear in Whip It?
The film explores themes of teenage rebellion, familial expectations, and self-discovery. Bliss struggles with the friction between her mother's desire for her to be a beauty queen and her own passion for roller derby, reflecting common pressures faced by…
How long is Whip It?
Whip It runs 111 minutes, directed by Drew Barrymore, released in 2009.
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