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Beastly

Age rating, content warnings & parent guide

2011

Is Beastly appropriate for your child? See the reviewed age guidance, content cautions, positive themes, and supporting evidence below.

A modern-day take on the "Beauty and the Beast" tale where a New York teen is transformed into a hideous monster in order to find true love.

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Age guidanceNot listed
Strongest cautionsRomance 4/5 · Alcohol or drugs 3/5 · Violence 3/5
Strongest positivesPositive messages 4/5 · Courage & resilience 3/5
Recommendation3/5

Positive messages; strongest caution: romance.

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What parents should know

Positive messages; strongest caution: romance.

Readiness snapshotMain watch-out: Romance 4/5
Recommendation 3/5

Editorial rating

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Romance4/5
  • Alcohol or drugs3/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

  • Positive messages4/5
  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Kindness & empathy3/5

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What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

General modern setting references, no overt product placement.

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

A drug dealer is fatally shot in the released plot; Lindy's father's overdose and the resulting distress add serious danger without making death the central theme.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Brief depiction of a shooting; limited graphic detail.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Some mild profanity and insulting or bullying language may occur, but strong or frequent language is not indicated.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

Not a factor in the film's narrative.

Romance4/5
Why this rating?

The core of the plot is the romantic relationship between the leads.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

A curse, frightening transformation, criminal threats, a shooting, and an overdose create moderate tension, though the film is primarily a romantic fantasy.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Minimal; includes general romantic scenes and mild flirtation.

Alcohol or drugs3/5
Why this rating?

Drug addiction is a recurring plot point concerning the female lead's father.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

A teen rescues someone from dealers; one dealer is fatally shot, and there are threats and criminal peril. The alternate shooting ending is not part of the released film.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist musters courage to face his flaws and protect the one he loves.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

The modern New York reimagining of Beauty and the Beast, including a curse, visual transformation, and inventive fairy-tale premise, supports imaginative engagement.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Includes a diverse cast, though roles vary in depth.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Care from Will and Zola, Kyle's protection of Lindy, and his growing concern for others are important parts of his moral change.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on looking past appearances, the importance of inner character, and personal growth.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist changes from a bully to a more compassionate person.

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  2. How did relationships or romance affect the characters’ choices?
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