Smooth Talk

Smooth Talk

Movie (1985)

Connie, the fifteen-year-old black sheep of her family, finds her summertime idyll of beach trips, mall hangouts, and innocent flirtations shattered by an encounter with a mysterious stranger.

Drama
Romance
Thriller
92 minutes
Released
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Family guidance

Ages 16+

The film deals with complex themes of predatory behavior, loss of innocence, and intense psychological tension. It is intended for older teenagers capable of processing mature scenarios involving personal safety and boundaries.

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What to know before you start

Content details to help you decide what fits your child.

Sex & Nudity

4/5

The film explores themes of teenage sexuality and features a predator who uses manipulation and sexual references to target the protagonist. There are strong sexual undertones and implied sexual situations throughout the climax of the film.

Violence & Gore

3/5

The climax features a disturbing confrontation involving psychological coercion and the threat of physical harm. While not overly gory, the scene is intense and presents a menacing situation that could be distressing to younger viewers.

Profanity

3/5

The dialogue includes moderate profanity, such as f*ck (used in anger/threat), sh*t (used in frustration), and h*ll, reflecting the gritty tone of the interactions.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

2/5

Teenage characters are shown drinking alcohol and smoking in social settings, which is depicted as part of their attempt to act older. These actions are a recurring background element during the mall and hangout scenes.

Frightening Scenes

4/5

This film is primarily a psychological drama centered on a teenager being stalked by a dangerous stranger, creating a sense of dread and vulnerability. The latter portion of the movie is highly intense and emotionally disturbing due to the predatory nature of the antagonist.

Key Insights

Quick summary and important considerations

This movie is a serious drama about the dangers of talking to strangers and the importance of being careful about who you trust.

Content Warnings

Psychological grooming
Sexual tension
Implied threats

Detailed Analysis

In-depth insights for parents and educators

What Parents Need to Know

The film features significant psychological intensity and depicts a predatory encounter that may be distressing to younger viewers.

What Kids Can Learn

The importance of trusting one's instincts when feeling uncomfortable in social situations.

Key Topics Discussed

Stranger danger
Adolescent boundaries
Personal safety

Why Parents Might Like It

It provides a realistic, non-sensationalized look at the fragility of teenage autonomy.

Positives & learning

Positive messages

2/5

Focuses on the sobering reality of consequences regarding teenage risk-taking and the importance of situational awareness.

Role models

1/5

Characters act as cautionary examples rather than aspirational figures, illustrating the dangers of impulsive behavior.

Representation

1/5

No diverse representation indicated in available information.

Learning

2/5

Serves as a conversation starter regarding digital and physical boundaries for older adolescents.

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