Parents Guide for All of Us Strangers (2023)
Overview
“All of Us Strangers” is a drama film directed by Andrew Haigh, featuring themes of grief, love, and the complexities of relationships. The story revolves around Adam, a lonely screenwriter who reconnects with his deceased parents in a surreal manner. The film explores deep emotional themes while also incorporating elements that may be concerning for younger viewers.
Rating
The film is rated R by the MPAA due to its sexual content, language, and some drug use.
Sex & Nudity
- The film contains moderate sexual content, including several explicit gay sex scenes that are described as long and unpleasantly explicit.
- There is male rear nudity shown during a sex scene.
- A character caresses another’s chest and pubic hair; however, no frontal nudity is depicted.
Violence & Gore
- There are no graphic depictions of violence or gore in the film.
- References to suicide are made but not shown explicitly.
Profanity
- The language used in the film includes moderate profanity with instances of strong language such as “cunt,” “fuck,” and “shit.”
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
- Moderate references to alcohol consumption are present; one character is implied to be an alcoholic.
- Scenes depict characters using recreational drugs like marijuana and ketamine. The portrayal of ketamine use does not glamorize drug use but rather presents it in a negative light.
Frightening & Intense Scenes
- The film has moderate frightening and intense scenes primarily related to themes of loss and grief.
- Emotional discussions about past traumas and the impact of Adam’s childhood experiences contribute to the overall intensity.
“All of Us Strangers” offers a thoughtful exploration of complex emotional themes intertwined with mature content that may not be suitable for younger audiences. Parents should consider these factors when deciding if this film is appropriate for their children
