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Is Ballerina OK for Kids?

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17+
R⭐ 6.8 / 102025 · 2h 5m
Len Wiseman

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What's In It

Based on the actual screenplay
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We're re-reading this screenplay with our upgraded analysis. Scene-by-scene moment counts aren't available for Ballerina yet — the summaries below are from our earlier read-through. Check back soon.

🗡️Violence
Extreme▼
  • Prolonged gun battles with multiple deaths including headshots and close-range executions
  • Knife fighting sequences with stabbing and slashing
  • Explosive action sequences including grenade and flame-thrower use
  • Multiple characters are killed on screen including Eve's father being shot in front of her as a child
💬Language
Moderate▼
  • F-word used multiple times including 'What the f**k?' during action scenes
  • Christ used as profanity several times including 'Christ, Eve'
  • Moderate profanity throughout including s**t and da**
👻Scary Scenes
Mild▼
  • Tense stalking sequences where Eve is hunted through mountain locations
  • Sudden explosive attacks on buildings with characters inside
  • Dark atmosphere in assassin training sequences with threat of death
💕Romance
Very Mild▼
  • No romantic content shown in available script excerpts
  • Focus is entirely on action and revenge plot
  • Any romantic elements appear minimal based on available content
🍺Substances
None▼
  • No substance use depicted in available script content
  • Characters appear focused on training and combat rather than substance use
⚡Stimulation
Extreme▼
  • Fast-paced action editing with frequent gunfire and explosions
  • Sudden loud sounds from weapons fire and explosions throughout
  • Intense chase sequences and combat that maintain high energy levels
Ballerina — Heads Up for Parents

Despite the R-rating, the violence is considerably more graphic and sustained than typical action films, with close-range executions and realistic weapon effects throughout.

About Ballerina

Ballerina is a John Wick spin-off following Eve Macarro, a ballerina-assassin seeking revenge against the cult that killed her father. After being taken in by the Ruska Roma assassin organization, she trains for 12 years before going after those responsible for her family's death.

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Fine for kids to watch alone
While violent, mature teens can handle the action-heavy content without requiring parental guidance

Family Takeaways from Ballerina

What it gets right

  • ✓Shows the importance of choice and personal agency as Eve learns she can choose to kill or save
  • ✓Features a strong female protagonist who overcomes physical disadvantages through intelligence and adaptation
  • ✓Explores the concept that strength isn't just physical as Eve learns to 'fight like a girl' using her unique advantages

Ballerina Cultural & Values Guide

Cultural & Values Guide

No cultural or religious themes detected for this film.

Community Notes

  • None identified from available content and reviews
Cast:Ana de ArmasKeanu ReevesIan McShaneAnjelica HustonGabriel Byrne

Is Ballerina Appropriate for Your Child's Age?

✗Age 5: Not recommended for 5-year-olds
✗Age 8: Not recommended for 8-year-olds
✗Age 10: Not recommended for 10-year-olds
✗Age 12: Not recommended for 12-year-olds
✗Age 13: Not recommended for 13-year-olds
✗Age 15: Not recommended for 15-year-olds
✓Age 17: Generally appropriate for 17-year-olds

Individual children may vary — use your judgment.

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