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Back to the Future
Movie (1985)
Eighties teenager Marty McFly is accidentally sent back in time to 1955, inadvertently disrupting his parents' first meeting and attracting his mother's romantic interest. Marty must repair the damage to history by rekindling his parents' romance and - with the help of his eccentric inventor friend Doc Brown - return to 1985.
Movie (1985)
Eighties teenager Marty McFly is accidentally sent back in time to 1955, inadvertently disrupting his parents' first meeting and attracting his mother's romantic interest. Marty must repair the damage to history by rekindling his parents' romance and - with the help of his eccentric inventor friend Doc Brown - return to 1985.
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Sex & Nudity
There are scenes involving kisses, embracing, flirting, and a teen girl undressing.
Violence & Gore
Scenes feature automatic weapon fire, a fatal shooting, punches, and an assault.
Profanity
The movie contains occasional swearing and racial epithets.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Underage teens briefly experiment with whiskey and cigarettes while adults drink alcohol.
Frightening Scenes
Suspenseful sequences include car and skateboard chases, gun threats, and perilous clock tower scenes.
Other things to know
Many brands and products are prominently displayed and mentioned throughout the movie.
Positives & learning
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Positive messages
The film conveys that bullies must be stood up to and intelligence wins over brute strength.
Role models
Marty and Doc Brown act as resourceful and courageous role models.
Representation
The film contains negative stereotypes regarding Muslims and Arabs as well as Black characters.
Learning
Families can discuss how Back to the Future portrays bullying, what Marty and George learn during the movie, how Marty demonstrates self-control and integrity, and what viewers know about their own family history.
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