Philadelphia (1993) - Parents Guide Movie Rating

Philadelphia
MPA: PG-13 BBFC: 12 Maturity Rating 13+
MPAA Reason
Rated PG-13 for some graphic language and thematic material.
BBFC Reason
Contains moderate sex references

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Sex & Nudity

mild

There are many frank references to homosexuality, including pervasive derogatory terms for homosexuals. Hand gestures are used to represent the act of homosexuality between men. (buttocks are clearly visible and genitals are shown from a distance, so they are hard to see). A man talks briefly about an anonymous one-night stand he had with another man, which is how he contracted AIDS.

Violence & Gore

none

A man shows many lesions on his chest.

Profanity

moderate

9 uses of homo "Gay", "Faggot", and 2 of "Jesus". shit is used about 5 times Lots of mild profanity ranging from "d**n" to "s**t". Crude and often derogatory terms for homosexuals are used throughout, including but not limited to "faggot", "fairy", and "queer." There are lots of frank discussions revolving around sex (hetero and homosexual) that aren't profane, but are very blunt and sometimes explicit. "..for Christ's sake.."

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

mild

Some cigar smoking amongst men Casual drinking, nothing else.

Frightening & Intense Scenes

mild

There are some discussions about cruelty towards homosexuals. The main character has AIDS. The main character who has aids is transferred to a hospital after passing out in a courtroom. He is shown dying in the hospital. This scene is very emotional.