Some movies are kind of meant for a specific crowd, and although a bunch of these have been praised by critics and they also pick up big fan bases, they still end up carrying adult themes plus scenes that can create a few awkward moments during a family movie night. IMDb’s Parents’ Guide basically points out the different parts of a film that a viewer should think about before choosing it.
American Pie (1999)
It became a pop culture phenomenon thanks to its outrageous humor and the characters that you remember for a long time. According to IMDb’s Parents’ Guide, the film has a lot of mature themes, things that may really catch viewers off guard if they’re expecting a normal teen comedy.
American Psycho (2000)
The film was a cult hit because of the outstanding acting of Christian Bale, maybe partly. It points out that there are strong themes, graphic scenes, and adult content within the movie, like for real.
Antichrist (2009)
Directed by Lars von Trier, it’s basically a psychological horror film, packed with intense feelings and a bit of a confusing, hard-to-follow plot. As per IMDb’s Parents’ Guide, the movie’s content is super mature and also pretty disturbing.
Basic Instinct (1992)
Did you know that it was one of the most talked-about movies of the 1990s? It has a bunch of grown-up themes and some tense scenes, so it’s not really a normal family pick.
Behind the Candelabra (2013)
A biographical drama about the entertainer Liberace and his personal ties, it kind of goes in on that whole complicated, maybe intimate side. The story implies the film has adult themes and content.
Boogie Nights (1997)
The widely praised Paul Thomas Anderson film is a drama on the life of a young entertainer in a strange business. It brings forward a more mature topic and sturdy themes, in a way that feels oddly personal.
Borat (2006)
Sacha Baron Cohen’s comedy gained popularity for its unpredictable nature and off-the-cuff moments. Additionally, the movie has a lot of grown-up situations and themes throughout the film.
Brokeback Mountain (2005)
According to IMDb’s Parents’ Guide, it looks like the movie goes into adult-type relationships and subjects that some families might want to talk about beforehand before they sit down and watch it.
A Clockwork Orange (1971)
Considered one of the most talked-about films in the history of cinema, Stanley Kubrick’s classic is still debated. It has a lot of mature themes and disturbing moments that have made it one of the most popular movies.
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