The Fan (1981) - Parents Guide Movie Rating

The Fan
MPA: R BBFC: 18 Maturity Rating 18+
BBFC Reason
Douglas, a record salesman, is an obsessive fan of actress Sally Ross. When his letters are rejected, he strikes out at her and her loved ones.

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Sex & Nudity

moderate

A man gives another man oral sex.

Violence & Gore

severe

A victim's face is slashed multiple times, they smear blood on the killer's face. A man is swimming in a community pool and the killer swims by him underneath the water and apparently slashes a part of him. The camera cuts and the pool water turns blood red. A little graphic A lady is grabbed from behind and slashed across the chest, but it appears she only passes out and dies later. A little more intense A man gives another man oral sex and is then slashed, we see blood and the other man sets the body on fire. All in detail. Graphic but not extremely. Slashings throughout the film, some bloody with bloody aftermaths.

Profanity

moderate

A few uses of the f-word, b*tch etc.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

mild

Alcohol and cigarette smoking.

Frightening & Intense Scenes

moderate

Slashing and stalking happens throughout the film. Obscene, harrassing letters are also read out loud throughout the film.