A Simple Favor

A Simple Favor

Movie • 2018

Can you keep a secret?

Stephanie, a dedicated mother and popular vlogger, befriends Emily, a mysterious upper-class woman whose son Nicky attends the same school as Miles, Stephanie's son. When Emily asks her to pick Nicky up from school and then disappears, Stephanie undertakes an investigation that will dive deep into Emily's cloudy past.

Thriller
Comedy
Mystery
117 minutes
Released

Bara says...

Ages 17+, but every child is different

This film features mature themes including complex deception, sexual situations, and adult relationship conflicts that require high levels of media literacy. It is designed for an adult audience with tone and subject matter not suitable for minors.

Content Safety Breakdown

Detailed breakdown of potentially concerning content

Sex & Nudity

4/5

The film features sexual themes, including references to extramarital affairs and a scene involving partial nudity and sexual situations between adult characters.

Violence & Gore

3/5

There are instances of moderate violence, including vehicular accidents, a gunshot wound, and scenes depicting physical altercations or threats of harm.

Profanity

4/5

Strong language is used frequently throughout the film, including the use of "f*ck" (multiple times used in frustration and insults), "sh*t" (frequent), and "b*tch" (several times), often characterized by intense or aggressive dialogue.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

3/5

Martinis are a recurring symbol and plot device in the film, leading to frequent scenes of social drinking and occasional intoxication among the main characters.

Frightening Scenes

3/5

The movie relies on psychological suspense, mystery, and dark secrets, creating an overall tone of tension and unease that may be unsettling for younger viewers.

Key Insights

Quick summary and important considerations

This is an intense adult mystery movie about two friends learning that people aren't always who they claim to be, and it is intended primarily for grown-ups.

Content Warnings

Sexual content
Strong language
Violence

Detailed Analysis

In-depth insights for parents and educators

What Parents Need to Know

Expect intense adult content, including infidelity, sexual themes, and manipulative social interactions. The film relies heavily on dark humor and shocking shifts in character motivations.

What Kids Can Learn

Viewers may develop an awareness of how personal narratives can be constructed and misrepresented in social settings.

Key Topics Discussed

Deception
Mystery
Parental relationships

Why Parents Might Like It

The stylish direction, dry wit, and sharp, unpredictable plot twists provide high-energy entertainment for adult fans of the noir-satire genre.

Positives & Learning

What makes this content valuable for children

Positive Messages

1/5

The narrative centers on deceit and manipulation, offering little in the way of positive moral instruction.

Positive Role Models

1/5

Central characters prioritize self-preservation and personal agendas, often displaying morally ambiguous or erratic behavior rather than serving as positive behavioral examples.

Diverse Representations

2/5

The cast features a modest degree of background diversity, though characters are primarily defined by their roles in a stylized, adult-centric mystery.

Educational Value

2/5

The content is intended for entertainment purposes and provides no academic or social-emotional learning goals.

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