Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009)

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen parents guide

Heads up on moderate sex and nudity, and brutal violence. That is past what the PG-13 on the box suggests. Beyond that, some strong language and a few tense moments.

Our estimate: fine from about 16, higher than the PG-13 suggests, because of the violence, and sex and nudity.

Scare

Mildly scary

A few tense or eerie moments.

Jump scares

A couple

One or two sudden jolts.

Gore

Light gore

Some blood or injury, briefly.

Violence

Brutal violence

Our top level for violence.

Sex and nudity

Moderate

Moderate means a sex scene or nudity on screen, even brief, or sexual violence that is described or implied but never shown.

Language

Moderate

Some strong profanity, a few f-words.

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Three questions

Is Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen scary?

Only a little. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen has a few tense moments, nothing that follows you to bed.

How gory is Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen?

Light gore and brutal violence.

What is Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen rated, and is it OK for kids?

Rated PG-13. Expect moderate sex and nudity, some strong language, and brutal violence, so it suits teens more than kids.

What is Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen about?

Sam Witwicky leaves the Autobots behind for a normal life. But when his mind is filled with cryptic symbols, the Decepticons target him and he is dragged back into the Transformers' war.

Cast and crew

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