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By S. Jhoanna Robledo
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Odd mix of romance and action has lots of bloody violence.
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Mr. Right
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Based on 12 kid reviews
Kids say this film is a hilarious blend of violence and humor, though many reviewers feel its R rating may be excessive given its content, which includes swearing but no nudity. Overall, it is recommended as a fun watch for older teens but not suitable for younger audiences due to its mature themes and graphic language.
- hilarious
- excessive rating
- swearing
- not for kids
- violence
Summarized with AI
Summarized with AI
What's the Story?
After ending a bad relationship, Martha (Anna Kendrick) isn't quite sure what to do with herself -- until she has a chance encounter with a mysterious stranger (Sam Rockwell). They fall for each in a big way, and he helps her discover her untapped inner strength. But their budding relationship is threatened when Martha discovers that her new MR. RIGHT is actually a highly trained assassin on the run from an old rival (Tim Roth) who has a score to settle.
Is It Any Good?
Mr. Right -- an action movie with a romantic twist, or maybe a romance with action elements -- is an unusual mix that almost works. Kendrick and Rockwell have a spark, but mostly the film's trying too hard to fit in too many niches. For starters, it asks the audience to suspend their disbelief in a big way. Who knew Martha had the hidden potential to become a cold-blooded killer? Or that serial murderer Francis just wants to settle down with the right girl?
And then there are the action scenes, which eat up a good chunk of the film. Some of them are well done, and Rockwell has some smooth moves when it comes to hand-to-hand fighting, but there's no getting around the fact that the body count here is quite high, and there's plenty of blood -- far more than in most romcoms.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about Mr. Right's violence. Does it glamorize Francis' illegal occupation? What's the impact of media violence on kids?
What is the movie saying about love? Should you be willing to give up everything if you meet the right person? Parents, talk to your teens about what constitutes a healthy relationship.
Movie Details
- In theaters : April 8, 2016
- On DVD or streaming : June 7, 2016
- Cast : Sam Rockwell , Anna Kendrick , Tim Roth
- Director : Paco Cabezas
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Focus World
- Genre : Action/Adventure
- Run time : 93 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- MPAA explanation : violence and language throughout
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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