Common Sense Note

Parents need to know that Risen is a Biblical drama set during the days before and after the death of Jesus Christ; it focuses on Clavius (Joseph Fiennes), a Roman soldier who tries to make sense of seemingly impossible events. While there's no swearing and only a little bit of subtle innuendo, there's lots of graphic violence, in both battle scenes (slashing with swords and spears, bashing heads with rocks and clubs) and crucifixion sequences (detailed discussion and demonstration of precisely what's involved), though relatively little blood overall. Some characters also get drunk on wine.

Sexual Content

Subtle innuendo.

Violence

Many scenes with combat and punishment, including people slashing each other with swords and spears and bashing heads with rocks and clubs (though overall things don't get that bloody/gory). Several sequences include detailed discussions and demonstrations of precisely what's involved in crucifying a person -- and the resulting slow, gruesome death.

Language

Not applicable

Social Behavior

Open your heart and mind to accept the seemingly impossible, and they may be possible after all.

Consumerism

Not applicable

Drugs / Tobacco / Alcohol

Scenes show people drinking wine and occasionally acting drunk.