Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror (2021) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
An exploration of the cinematic history of the folk horror, from its beginnings in the UK in the late sixties; through its proliferation on British television in the seventies and its many manifestations, culturally specific, in other countries; to its resurgence in the last decade.
Rated K-16 • 2021 • 3h 13m
Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror (directed by Kier‑La Janisse) is a long, archival-heavy documentary tracing folk‑horror's roots in the British countryside and its global offshoots. Parents should expect frequent historical footage and clips from older horror films that include ritual imagery, witch‑hunt references, and discussions of religious persecution and Nazi occultism — these are the strongest mature… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror appropriate for kids?
Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror (directed by Kier‑La Janisse) is a long, archival-heavy documentary tracing folk‑horror's roots in the British countryside and its global offshoots. Parents should expect frequent historical footage and clips from older… Read more — free account
Content severity in Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror
What happens in Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror, moment by moment
- 0:02 🔥 Mature Themes 6/10
- 0:10 💬 Language 2/10
- 0:22 ⚔ Violence & Gore 5/10
Sex and nudity in Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror
Light and non-graphic: the film includes brief archival stills and short clips referenced by commentators that show ritualized partial nudity from older genre films and magazine/photo material; nothing explicit or prolonged. Commentary includes academic discussion of sexual themes in folklore but no explicit sex scenes. Expect a couple of fleeting images or mentions rather than simulated sex.
Violence and gore in Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror
Moderate to occasionally strong: the documentary uses clips from classic folk‑horror films and television that show non-graphic assaults, scuffles, witch‑hunt brutality, and disturbing aftermath imagery. Most violence is archival, shown as contextual footage or stills rather than staged in the documentary itself, but one or two sequences (interrogation/lynch-style scenes) are intense and could upset sensitive viewers. There is little explicit gore, but the emotional weight and implication of ritual violence is…
Read more — free accountLanguage in Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror
Light: interviewees and commentators sometimes use mild profanity and occasional stronger words in candid discussions about filmmakers and historical events. Language is sporadic and not pervasive, appearing during heated commentary or anecdotal recollections rather than as scripted dialogue.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror
Brief and contextual: the film discusses New Age practices, hoodoo/folk remedies, and occasional references to alcohol or drug use in cultural rituals and in some source films. These are mentioned or shown in archival clips for historical context rather than portrayed as endorsing use.
Mature themes in Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror
Strong, recurring themes: religious persecution, witchcraft/occultism, neo‑paganism, Nazi occultism, and ritualized violence run throughout the documentary. The film examines murder, historical witch‑hunts, and cultural trauma connected to folk beliefs — these topics are discussed frankly and illustrated with period footage and film examples, and may be upsetting to younger viewers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror is best for ages 13+. It's rated K-16. Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror (directed by Kier‑La Janisse) is a long, archival-heavy documentary tracing folk‑horror's roots in the British countryside and its global offshoots. Parents…
What age rating does Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror have?
Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror is officially rated K-16. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 13+.
What is Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror about?
Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror (directed by Kier‑La Janisse) is a long, archival-heavy documentary tracing folk‑horror's roots in the British countryside and its global offshoots. Parents should expect frequent historical footage and clips from older horror films that include ritual…
Is there sex or nudity in Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror?
Light and non-graphic: the film includes brief archival stills and short clips referenced by commentators that show ritualized partial nudity from older genre films and magazine/photo material; nothing explicit or prolonged. Commentary includes academic…
How violent is Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror?
Moderate to occasionally strong: the documentary uses clips from classic folk‑horror films and television that show non-graphic assaults, scuffles, witch‑hunt brutality, and disturbing aftermath imagery. Most violence is archival, shown as contextual footage…
Is the language in Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror appropriate for kids?
Light: interviewees and commentators sometimes use mild profanity and occasional stronger words in candid discussions about filmmakers and historical events. Language is sporadic and not pervasive, appearing during heated commentary or anecdotal recollections…
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror?
Brief and contextual: the film discusses New Age practices, hoodoo/folk remedies, and occasional references to alcohol or drug use in cultural rituals and in some source films. These are mentioned or shown in archival clips for historical context rather than…
What mature themes appear in Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror?
Strong, recurring themes: religious persecution, witchcraft/occultism, neo‑paganism, Nazi occultism, and ritualized violence run throughout the documentary. The film examines murder, historical witch‑hunts, and cultural trauma connected to folk beliefs …
How long is Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror?
Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror runs 193 minutes, directed by Kier-La Janisse, released in 2021.
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