GoodFellas
Movie • 1990
Three decades of life in the mafia.
The true story of Henry Hill, a half-Irish, half-Sicilian Brooklyn kid who is adopted by neighbourhood gangsters at an early age and climbs the ranks of a Mafia family under the guidance of Jimmy Conway.
GoodFellas
Movie • 1990
Three decades of life in the mafia.
The true story of Henry Hill, a half-Irish, half-Sicilian Brooklyn kid who is adopted by neighbourhood gangsters at an early age and climbs the ranks of a Mafia family under the guidance of Jimmy Conway.
Bara says...
Ages 17+, but every child is different
This film features pervasive, intense violence, heavy profanity, and explicit depictions of criminal lifestyles. Its mature subject matter and cynical tone are unsuitable for anyone under the age of seventeen.
Content Safety Breakdown
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Sex & Nudity
The film features suggestive dialogue and a few scenes depicting sexual encounters and intimacy. While nudity is limited, the sexual themes are frequent and mature.
Violence & Gore
This movie contains extremely graphic and realistic violence, including shootings, stabbings, and brutal beatings. Several scenes depict the aftermath of murders in a disturbing and unflinching manner.
Profanity
The film features an extremely high frequency of aggressive language, including 'f*ck' (used hundreds of times as a verb, noun, and adjective), 'sh*t' (constantly used), and frequent uses of 'c*cks*cker' and 'motherf*cker' in hostile and casual contexts.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Substance use is a central plot element, depicting characters regularly consuming alcohol and engaging in heavy cocaine abuse. The progression of drug addiction and the consequences of drug trafficking are primary themes.
Frightening Scenes
The overall tone is highly stressful, featuring constant psychological tension and the pervasive threat of sudden mortal danger. Several scenes are psychologically jarring and depict characters living in extreme fear for their lives.
Key Insights
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This is a intense, dark look at the lives of gangsters, focused on why choosing such a lifestyle leads to trouble and hurt.
Content Warnings
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What Parents Need to Know
Expect frequent, intense violence, gory imagery, and excessive strong language. Substance abuse and illicit activities are central themes throughout.
What Kids Can Learn
Critical perspective on the repercussions of choosing a life dictated by greed and violence rather than community values.
Key Topics Discussed
Why Parents Might Like It
It is widely regarded as a masterful achievement in cinema, praised for its sharp direction, intense performances, and authentic period atmosphere.
Positives & Learning
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Positive Messages
The narrative serves as a cautionary tale illustrating the ultimate futility and self-destruction inherent in a life of organized crime.
Positive Role Models
Characters exist entirely within an amoral framework, prioritizing personal gain through extortion, assault, and betrayal.
Diverse Representations
The film focuses on a specific ethnic subculture in 20th-century New York; other groups are depicted in stereotypical or superficial roles.
Educational Value
Provides a stylized historical look at twentieth-century American organized crime and the psychological toll of illegal operations.
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