Common Sense Note

Parents need to know that The Sessions' story about a man in an iron lung who decides to explore his sexuality with the help of a professional "sex surrogate" isn't appropriate for younger teens. But for mature older teens and adults, it's a film filled with compassion and hope that could provide a lesson about what sex and love mean and what they can bring to anyone's life when approached in a healthy manner. Expect plenty of nudity (including brief glimpses of a woman's private parts and breasts, as well as longer shots of her backside) and frank conversations about sex acts, orgasm, and more. Language is infrequent but includes "f--k" and "s--t."

Sexual Content

A woman's private parts are briefly visible, and her breasts are shown. Her backside is seen often, and there are glimpses of pubic hair. The two main characters are shown attempting to have sex, mostly from the waist up, while discussing what they're doing and how it feels. Frank sex talk throughout, including references to orgasm.

Violence

Not applicable

Language

One use of "f--k," plus "s--t," "d--k," "crap," "ass," "damn," "oh my God," and more.

Social Behavior

The film is compassionate and sensitive to the triumphs and challenges that the disabled community faces. Without condescending, it reminds audiences that everyone has needs and desires that deserve acknowledgement and fulfillment.

Consumerism

Not applicable

Drugs / Tobacco / Alcohol

Not applicable