Death Note
Movie • 2017
Justice is coming.
Light Turner finds a supernatural notebook and uses it to mete out death, attracting the attention of a detective, a demon and a girl in his class.
Death Note
Movie • 2017
Justice is coming.
Light Turner finds a supernatural notebook and uses it to mete out death, attracting the attention of a detective, a demon and a girl in his class.
Bara says...
Ages 16+, but every child is different
The film features intense themes of vigilantism, moral ambiguity, and death, which require the emotional maturity of an older teenager to process. The supernatural elements and focus on lethal consequences make this inappropriate for younger audiences.
Content Safety Breakdown
Detailed breakdown of potentially concerning content
Sex & Nudity
The film features minor romantic tension and teenage dating dynamics, including some kissing. There is no sexual content or nudity depicted.
Violence & Gore
This movie contains strong, graphic depictions of death, including beheadings, impalement, and bloody accidents. The violence is often visceral and disturbing in nature.
Profanity
The film features frequent strong language, including the use of "f*ck" (multiple times), "sh*t" (multiple times), and various uses of "b*tch" and "asshole," typically used in moments of extreme stress or anger.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
There are brief scenes depicting social drinking and some references to drug use among students in school settings. These elements serve as background context rather than core themes.
Frightening Scenes
The film includes a supernatural entity that is visually unsettling and themes involving psychological manipulation and looming death. The atmosphere is consistently dark, suspenseful, and designed to cause distress.
Key Insights
Quick summary and important considerations
This is a dark, suspenseful story about how making choices based on anger or power can hurt yourself and everyone around you.
Content Warnings
Detailed Analysis
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What Parents Need to Know
The film explores themes of death, supernatural manipulation, and the psychological burden of committing violent acts.
What Kids Can Learn
Viewers can reflect on the importance of due process and the risks of assuming control over life and death.
Key Topics Discussed
Why Parents Might Like It
It serves as a challenging exploration of dark fantasy tropes that invites debate on the nature of morality.
Positives & Learning
What makes this content valuable for children
Positive Messages
The narrative focuses on the dangers of absolute power and the ethical decay inherent in playing judge, jury, and executioner.
Positive Role Models
The lead protagonist demonstrates a descent into arrogance and moral failure, providing a negative example of leadership and decision-making.
Diverse Representations
The cast features a multi-ethnic ensemble, though characters often function within traditional genre archetypes.
Educational Value
Provides a platform for discussing the philosophy of justice and the difference between vengeance and accountability.
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