Parents' Guide to Occupation

Parents need to know that Occupation is an Australian sci-fi disaster movie with largely non-graphic violence throughout and some strong language. When the lives of a group of inhabitants in a small, rural town are placed under threat by an alien invasion, they must set aside their differences and work together in order to survive. The circumstances the characters find themselves in brings out the best in them, meaning there are a number of positive roles models. These include aging local sporting hero Matt (Dan Ewing) and devoted but temperamental family man Peter (Temuera Morrison). While Amelia (Stephany Jacobsen) and Vanessa (Rhiannon Fish) feature heavily as the voices of reason, overriding the mindless macho tendencies of others. The main cast frequently fight for survival using guns and striking weapons. Some bloody injury and death is shown. But it never feels too realistic -- the aliens' blood is black rather than red, for example. During a light-hearted conversation, a humorous, but graphic, reference to intercourse is made. There is also some kissing and a couple start to remove their clothes with sex implied. Characters discuss smoking cigarettes, and a character takes painkillers and antidepressants. Matt is also shown drinking during the day while working.

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