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14A(14A)

Synopsis

Drama. A re-telling of the story of the star-crossed lovers set in contemporary times. The children (Leonardo DiCaprio, Claire Danes) of two feuding families are forced by circumstance to hide their love for each other.

Content elements

  • Weapons and hand-to-hand violence—some blood
  • Portrayals of suicide
  • Implied sexual activity – no nudity
  • Portrayal of recreational drug use
  • Portrayals of tobacco use

Thematic elements

  • The power of love
  • The link between irrational hatred and tragedy
  • The role of destiny in one’s life

Classification rationale

Rated 14A for violence and substance abuse

Classification date

May 19, 2009

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