Common Sense Note
Parents need to know that the movie features brutally realistic fight scenes with graphic injuries. A character becomes paralyzed and asks to be allowed to die. Characters drink and smoke and use some strong language, including the "N" word. There are some mild sexual references and some ugly insults. Some viewers may be unhappy with the portrayal of a priest who uses bad language.
Sexual
Content
Scantily-clad ring rings and reference to breasts.
Violence
Brutal boxing matches with graphic and very serious injuries.
Language
Some strong language including the n-word and f-word.
Social
Behavior
On the plus side, there's a strong inter-racial friendship between Frankie and Eddie, and a sweet, father-daughter-like bond between Frankie and Maggie. Viewers will be divided on whether Frankie makes the right decision for Maggie in the end, but his dedication to her after she's injured is admirable.
Consumerism
Not applicable
Drugs / Tobacco /
Alcohol
Characters drink and smoke.