The Call
Movie • 2013
There are 188 million 911 calls a year. This one made it personal.
Jordan Turner is an experienced 911 operator but when she makes an error in judgment and a call ends badly, Jordan is rattled and unsure if she can continue. But when teenager Casey Welson is abducted in the back of a man's car and calls 911, Jordan is the one called upon to use all of her experience, insights and quick thinking to help Casey escape, and not just to save her, but to make sure the man is brought to justice.
The Call
Movie • 2013
There are 188 million 911 calls a year. This one made it personal.
Jordan Turner is an experienced 911 operator but when she makes an error in judgment and a call ends badly, Jordan is rattled and unsure if she can continue. But when teenager Casey Welson is abducted in the back of a man's car and calls 911, Jordan is the one called upon to use all of her experience, insights and quick thinking to help Casey escape, and not just to save her, but to make sure the man is brought to justice.
Bara says...
Ages 17+, but every child is different
This thriller features intense sequences of abduction, sustained psychological distress, and graphic violence that are unsuitable for younger audiences. The high-stakes atmosphere and realistic portrayal of criminal harm require significant emotional maturity.
Content Safety Breakdown
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Sex & Nudity
There is no significant sexual content or nudity in the film, as the focus is primarily on a high-stakes emergency situation.
Violence & Gore
The film contains intense sequences of terror, including scenes of a struggle involving a weapon, scalpings, and graphic post-mortem details that may be disturbing for younger viewers.
Profanity
The film contains moderate language, including several uses of f*ck (used in moments of extreme stress), sh*t, and various other mild expletives used predominantly in anger.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Substance use is minimal and incidental, appearing only briefly in background settings such as a social environment.
Frightening Scenes
The entire film is constructed around extreme psychological tension and fear as a victim is held in a life-or-death kidnapping scenario, which can be very stressful for an audience.
Key Insights
Quick summary and important considerations
This is a serious thriller about a professional emergency responder trying to rescue a kidnap victim. Because it shows scary situations and dangerous people, it is intended for older teens and adults.
Content Warnings
Detailed Analysis
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What Parents Need to Know
Expect intense suspense, depiction of criminal predator behavior, and visceral confrontation scenes. The film focuses on the psychological toll of emergency work and the trauma of kidnapping.
What Kids Can Learn
The importance of staying calm and alert during emergencies and the value of professional training in saving lives.
Key Topics Discussed
Why Parents Might Like It
It provides a gripping, well-paced procedural thriller that highlights the unsung heroics of 911 dispatchers.
Positives & Learning
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Positive Messages
The narrative emphasizes personal accountability, the importance of quick thinking in crises, and the redemptive power of correcting past mistakes to help others.
Positive Role Models
The protagonist demonstrates professional dedication, perseverance under pressure, and a strong sense of moral responsibility toward strangers in need.
Diverse Representations
The lead roles feature diverse casting with characters depicted in professional and active protagonist capacities, showing meaningful agency throughout the crisis.
Educational Value
Provides insight into the high-pressure environment of emergency services and the critical nature of communication during life-threatening events.
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