The Whole Nine Yards

The Whole Nine Yards

Movie • 2000

In the heart of suburbia, a hit man with heart has just moved in.

After a mobster agrees to cooperate with an FBI investigation in order to stay out of prison, he's relocated by the authorities to a life of suburban anonymity as part of a witness protection program. It's not long before a couple of his new neighbours figure out his true identity and come knocking to see if he'd be up for one more hit—suburban style.

Comedy
Crime
98 minutes
Released

Bara says...

Ages 15+, but every child is different

This film features pervasive dark humor centered on contract killing, professional criminal behavior, and adult relationship complexities. The themes are unsuitable for younger audiences due to the normalization of violence and moral ambiguity.

Content Safety Breakdown

Detailed breakdown of potentially concerning content

Sex & Nudity

3/5

The film features several sexual references, suggestive dialogue, and scenes involving characters in intimate situations. There is brief partial nudity shown in the context of bedroom scenes.

Violence & Gore

3/5

As a dark comedy about a hitman, the film contains several scenes of gunfire, threats of violence, and characters being held at gunpoint. While the tone is comedic, the depictions of weapons and threats are persistent throughout the story.

Profanity

4/5

The movie contains frequent strong language throughout the dialogue. This includes repeated use of 'f*ck' (frequent), 'sh*t' (frequent), and 'b*tch' (occasional), usually used by characters in moments of anger or casual conversation.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

2/5

Characters are frequently seen consuming alcohol in social settings, such as at bars or during dinners. There are no major themes centered around drug abuse, though alcohol is a common background element.

Frightening Scenes

2/5

The movie maintains a level of suspense due to the nature of the criminal plot, with some tense stand-offs and situations where characters fear for their lives. The overall tone remains comedic, which helps mitigate the psychological intensity.

Key Insights

Quick summary and important considerations

This is a grown-up comedy about people hiding big secrets and trying to outsmart each other, which focuses on complicated adult situations rather than stories for kids.

Content Warnings

Violence
Adult themes

Detailed Analysis

In-depth insights for parents and educators

What Parents Need to Know

Expect frequent references to murder, suburban crime, and high-stakes deception. The tone is heavily ironic and aimed exclusively at adult sensibilities.

What Kids Can Learn

Critical thinking regarding the distinction between comedic media tropes and real-world ethical consequences.

Key Topics Discussed

Witness protection
Organized crime
Suburban satire

Why Parents Might Like It

The fast-paced dialogue and comedic chemistry between the leads offer a classic example of turn-of-the-millennium dark slapstick.

Positives & Learning

What makes this content valuable for children

Positive Messages

1/5

The narrative prioritizes cynical humor over moral growth, offering little in the way of prosocial themes or positive life lessons.

Positive Role Models

1/5

Characters are primarily defined by deception, greed, and criminal history, providing few, if any, admirable traits for viewers to emulate.

Diverse Representations

1/5

No diverse representation indicated in available information; the cast adheres to conventional archetypes within the mob-comedy genre.

Educational Value

2/5

The content is designed purely for entertainment and lacks specific educational or skill-building objectives.

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