Is The Adolescent appropriate for children?

# The Adolescent - Parental Guide Set in 1939 France, this coming-of-age drama follows a 13-year-old girl navigating first love and self-discovery during a summer visit to her grandparents. The film contains no violence, profanity, or sexual content, making it appropriate for mature children ages 12 and up who enjoy thoughtful period dramas.

What age is The Adolescent suitable for?

Our verdict for The Adolescent is: Generally safe. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is The Adolescent safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Mild

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Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

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Horror / Scary

None

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

1979

Rating

Genre

Drama

Synopsis

In the summer of 1939, 13-year-old Marie goes with her parents to visit her grandparents in a small town near Avignon. Marie discovers her femininity and falls for a young Jewish doctor, but he prefers Eva, Marie's mother.

Cast

Simone Signoret

Mamie

Francis Huster

Alexandre

Laetitia Chauveau

Marie

Edith Clever

Eva, la mère

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

With parent

Ages 9–12

Yes

Ages 13+

Yes

Where to watch

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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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