Overview of Content Ratings
- Rating: PG
- Reason for Rating: Action and rude humor.
Sex & Nudity
- Content: None.
Violence & Gore
- Content: Mild violence is present throughout the film. Examples include:
- A woman in a mechanized wheelchair threatens others and crashes into a wall.
- A toddler bites a man’s finger, causing him to yell in pain.
- A honey badger chases characters, creating chaos but without showing injuries.
- Characters engage in comic fights, including one humorous brawl in a restaurant.
Profanity
- Content: Mild language is used, including insults like “loser” and “idiot.” There are also Minion-speak words that sound like “poop.”
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
- Content: None depicted.
Frightening & Intense Scenes
- Content: Mildly frightening scenes may occur, particularly involving the Minions’ mutated transformations which could be unsettling for some viewers.
Positive Content
- The film emphasizes themes of family, teamwork, and communication. Gru is portrayed as a loving father who protects his family. The movie includes positive representations of blended families and highlights the importance of perseverance and trust among loved ones.
Educational Value
- Very little educational content is present; however, it teaches values related to friendship and family dynamics.
Diverse Representations
- The film primarily features White characters or Minions. There is limited ethnic diversity within the voice cast, with notable exceptions such as Sofia Vergara voicing a character named Valentina.
In summary, Despicable Me 4 contains mild action and humor suitable for children aged six and up but includes some comic violence and mild language that parents may want to consider when deciding if it’s appropriate for their kids.
