Is Poor Things OK for Kids?
Science FictionRomanceComedy
17+R
2023·2h 21m·Yorgos Lanthimos·Searchlight Pictures·● Script verified
A dark Victorian fantasy about a scientist who resurrects a woman with experimental brain surgery, leading to her childlike rediscovery of the world. The film...
Watch with your child — Complex mature themes around identity, sexuality, and medical ethics require discussion
Heads Up for Parents
Despite the period setting, this contains very mature psychological and sexual themes disguised in literary adaptation
What's In It
Violence
Mild▸
Language
Very Mild▸
Scary
Mild▸
Romance
Very Mild▸
Substances
None▸
Stimulation
Mild▸
Cultural & Values Guide
Values & Themes
●LGBTQ themes
Bella's sexual journey explicitly includes relationships with both men and women, with her bisexuality being a clear part of her exploration of human experience and desire.
Community Notes
- Disability advocacy groups may object to outdated terminology and portrayal
Family Takeaways
What it gets right
- ✓Shows compassionate caregiving despite Baxter's frightening appearance
- ✓Explores themes of learning and personal growth
Cast:Emma StoneMark RuffaloWillem DafoeRamy YoussefChristopher Abbott