Election

Election

Movie • 1999

Reading. Writing. Revenge.

Tracy Flick is running unopposed for this year’s high school student election. But Jim McAllister has a different plan. Partly to establish a more democratic election, and partly to satisfy some deep personal anger toward Tracy, Jim talks football player Paul Metzler to run for president as well.

Comedy
Drama
103 minutes
Released

Bara says...

Ages 16+, but every child is different

This film focuses on mature themes of professional misconduct, toxic power dynamics, and sexual impropriety. Its dry, cynical tone and exploration of unethical behavior are geared toward a late-teen or adult audience capable of processing nuanced character flaws.

Content Safety Breakdown

Detailed breakdown of potentially concerning content

Sex & Nudity

4/5

The film features several scenes of sexual intimacy, including instances of brief nudity, and centers on an illicit relationship between a teacher and a student.

Violence & Gore

1/5

The film contains very little physical violence, mostly limited to a brief scene of a student being shoved or a small outburst of frustration.

Profanity

5/5

The dialogue is very explicit throughout the film, regularly featuring 'f*ck' (frequent), 'sh*t' (frequent), as well as 'd*mn', 'b*tch', and 'a**hole', typically used in heated arguments and casual frustration.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

2/5

Social drinking is depicted in several scenes, particularly during adult social gatherings, but it is not a primary focus of the plot.

Frightening Scenes

2/5

The intensity comes from the psychological manipulation and social pressure of the high school environment, which creates a tense and uncomfortable atmosphere for viewers.

Key Insights

Quick summary and important considerations

This story explores how people sometimes act dishonestly when they want to win, showing the messy results when adults and students make poor choices to get what they want.

Content Warnings

Sexual content
Incidents of emotional manipulation
Profanity

Detailed Analysis

In-depth insights for parents and educators

What Parents Need to Know

The film centers on a teacher's inappropriate fixation on and interference in a student's election, involving themes of infidelity and professional negligence.

What Kids Can Learn

Viewers engage in evaluating character motivation and the cascading effects of small-scale unethical actions on a larger community.

Key Topics Discussed

School elections
Professional ethics
Social hierarchies

Why Parents Might Like It

It offers a sharp, satirical, and highly intelligent critique of ambition, ego, and the complexities of human nature in a high school setting.

Positives & Learning

What makes this content valuable for children

Positive Messages

1/5

The narrative acts as a cautionary tale regarding the consequences of manipulation, dishonesty, and failing to maintain professional boundaries.

Positive Role Models

1/5

Characters exhibit significant moral lapses and self-serving behaviors. No traditional role models occupy the central narrative; instead, the focus remains on flawed individuals making poor ethical choices.

Diverse Representations

2/5

The cast features a mixture of students and school faculty, though distinct cultural or marginalized group representation is not a focal point of the narrative.

Educational Value

2/5

The film provides material for discussions on school politics, ethics, and the importance of integrity, though it lacks structured academic content.

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