One True Thing
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Is it age appropriate?
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Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Probably won't appeal to teens.
Why We Rated This
for Ages 14–15
What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of One True Thing was written by Nell Minow
Parents need to know that brief profanity earns this film an R rating, and there are intense and disturbing scenes concerning Kate's illness and euthanasia. The movie probably will not have much appeal for teens, who are seldom ready to consider their parents as fully human, but those who want to see it may come away with a better appreciation for the complexity of relationships and the diversity of accomplishments.
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about this movie's messages about the complexity of relationships and the diversity of accomplishments.
More on One True Thing
What’s the Story?
Is It Any Good?
One True Thing probably will not have much appeal for teens, who are seldom ready to consider their parents as fully human, but those who want to see it may come away with a better appreciation for the complexity of relationships and the diversity of accomplishments.
Movie Details
Run time: 127 minutes
Theatrical release: 1/30/1999
MPAA Rating: R for language and issue of euthenasia

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