Zodiac
CrimeMysteryThriller
16+R
2007·2h 37m·David Fincher·Paramount Pictures·● Script read & verified
A crime thriller following journalists and police investigating the real-life Zodiac killer who terrorized the San Francisco Bay Area in the late 1960s. The film...
Best watched together — Complex true crime content that benefits from discussion about media ethics and criminal justice
Heads Up for Parents
Based on real events, which may make the violence feel more disturbing than fictional crime stories
What's In It
Violence
Mild▸
Language
Mild▸
Scary
Mild▸
Romance
Very Mild▸
Substances
Very Mild▸
Stimulation
Mild▸
Cultural & Values Guide
Values & Themes
●Traditional family values
The film centers on Robert Graysmith's growing obsession with the case destroying his marriage and family life, ultimately showing the importance of choosing family over dangerous fixations. His wife Melanie's concerns and their eventual separation highlight the cost of neglecting family responsibilities.
Family Takeaways
What it gets right
- ✓Shows dedication of law enforcement and journalists seeking justice
- ✓Demonstrates importance of attention to detail and persistence in solving problems
Cast:Jake GyllenhaalMark RuffaloAnthony EdwardsRobert Downey Jr.Chloë Sevigny