The Great Gatsby

The Great Gatsby

Movie • 2013

Dream dangerously.

Nick Carraway arrives in New York in 1922, an era of loose morals, glittering jazz and bootleg kings. Chasing his own American Dream, Nick encounters the mysterious millionaire Gatsby and his bewitching cousin Daisy. Soon, Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super-rich, their illusions, loves and deceits. Bearing witness to this new world, Nick pens a tale of impossible love, incorruptible dreams and unforgettable tragedy -- mirroring our own times and struggles.​

Drama
Romance
143 minutes
Released

Bara says...

Ages 14+, but every child is different

The mature themes of obsession, adultery, and tragedy require the emotional maturity of a teenager to process. The film's complex social critiques and cynical look at the American Dream are best suited for older students or young adults.

Content Safety Breakdown

Detailed breakdown of potentially concerning content

Sex & Nudity

3/5

The film features several scenes of passionate kissing, suggestive dancing, and implied sexual encounters between characters. There are also frequent references to infidelity and romantic obsession.

Violence & Gore

2/5

The movie contains a fatal car accident, a shooting, and a suicide. While these scenes are dramatic, they are not overly graphic or blood-focused.

Profanity

2/5

The language includes moderate profanity, such as 'sh*t' (infrequent) and 'd*mn' (occasional), mostly used during moments of emotional distress or heated arguments.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

4/5

The story is set during the Prohibition era, with nearly constant depictions of heavy social drinking, champagne consumption, and frequent cigarette smoking throughout the parties.

Frightening Scenes

3/5

The film features significant psychological tension, emotional instability, and a sense of mounting dread as the characters' lives unravel. Certain sequences involving emotional breakdowns and sudden tragedy may be distressing for younger viewers.

Key Insights

Quick summary and important considerations

This story explores how people can get lost in their own desires and the importance of being honest with yourself instead of chasing things that don't bring real happiness.

Content Warnings

Suicide
Gun violence
Alcohol abuse

Detailed Analysis

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What Parents Need to Know

The film contains depictions of heavy drinking, infidelity, and emotional manipulation, alongside themes of mental instability and tragic death.

What Kids Can Learn

Teenagers can develop critical thinking skills by analyzing the gap between public personas and private realities in a social context.

Key Topics Discussed

Wealth and status
The American Dream
Social integrity

Why Parents Might Like It

It offers a visually ambitious and stylized cinematic experience that invites deep conversation about societal values and human ambition.

Positives & Learning

What makes this content valuable for children

Positive Messages

2/5

The narrative serves as a cautionary tale against the pursuit of material wealth and the destructive nature of living in the past.

Positive Role Models

1/5

Characters generally prioritize self-interest and status, providing few examples of ethical integrity or healthy personal growth.

Diverse Representations

1/5

No diverse representation indicated in available information regarding cast and character roles.

Educational Value

4/5

Provides significant insight into 1920s American history, literary themes, and the socio-economic disparities of the Jazz Age.

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