
River of Passions (2016) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The story of Felipe, a farm foreman, who falls in love with Lina. To overcome his financial limitations, Felipe accepts Marcos's proposal, which involves getting away from it all and assuming a new identity.
TV-14 • 2016 • 1 season
Originally a Colombian telenovela, 'River of Passions' is a dramatic romantic thriller suited for older teens and adults due to its mature content. The story of a man who fakes his death for love and money escalates into a web of betrayal, crime, and conflict. Parents should be aware that the series contains moderate violence, including fistfights and gun threats, as well as passionate romantic encounters and implied sexual situations… Sign up for the full guide
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Is River of Passions appropriate for kids?
Originally a Colombian telenovela, 'River of Passions' is a dramatic romantic thriller suited for older teens and adults due to its mature content. The story of a man who fakes his death for love and money escalates into a web of betrayal, crime, and conflict. Parents should be… Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in River of Passions
Sexual content is implied and suggestive rather than explicit. Characters engage in passionate kissing and embracing. Couples are sometimes shown in bed together, implying intimacy, but without nudity or graphic detail. There are discussions of infidelity and romantic triangles, central to the plot.
Violence and gore in River of Passions
Mild violence occurs, primarily consisting of brief altercations, pushing, and slaps between characters driven by emotional conflict. There are instances of characters being threatened with non-graphic weapons like guns, but no visible gore or severe injury. Car accidents are depicted as plot points, but without explicit detail of injury.
Language in River of Passions
Language is generally moderate. There are occasional uses of mild expletives (e.g., "maldito," "idiota" in Spanish, translating to "damn" or "idiot"), primarily in moments of anger or frustration. These instances are infrequent and not used graphically.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in River of Passions
Characters are occasionally seen drinking alcohol, typically in social settings like bars or homes. There is no depiction of drug use or abuse, nor is there any significant focus on excessive alcohol consumption. Smoking is not featured.
Mature themes in River of Passions
The series explores strong themes of revenge, betrayal, family secrets, and illicit relationships. Characters grapple with difficult moral choices, and there are recurring instances of jealousy, manipulation, and the consequences of past actions. Themes of justice and redemption are also present but often overshadowed by darker narrative elements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is River of Passions appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests River of Passions is best for ages 14+. It's rated TV-14. Originally a Colombian telenovela, 'River of Passions' is a dramatic romantic thriller suited for older teens and adults due to its mature content. The story of a man who fakes his death for love and money escalates…
What age rating does River of Passions have?
River of Passions is rated TV-14. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 14+.
What is River of Passions about?
Originally a Colombian telenovela, 'River of Passions' is a dramatic romantic thriller suited for older teens and adults due to its mature content. The story of a man who fakes his death for love and money escalates into a web of betrayal, crime, and conflict. Parents should be aware that the series contains moderate…
How many seasons does River of Passions have?
River of Passions has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in River of Passions?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across River of Passions.
How violent is River of Passions?
Violence isn't a standout concern across River of Passions per our reviewers.
Is the language in River of Passions appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across River of Passions.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in River of Passions?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across River of Passions.
What mature themes appear in River of Passions?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of River of Passions.
Where can I read the full River of Passions parent guide?
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