12 Angry Men
Teens

12 Angry Men

Best from age 12 · PG-13 · 1997 · 117 min

12 Angry Men

Twelve jurors deliberate on a murder trial, with one man standing against the others' rush to judgment. This intense drama explores the intricacies of justice, prejudice, and the power of a single voice. It's a thought-provoking look at the legal system and human nature.

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What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Mild

1/10

Language

Mild

2/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Mild

2/10

Romance & sensuality

None

0/10

Scary moments

Mild

1/10

Heads up

  • Discussions about a murder trial and the death penalty.
  • Characters express various prejudices and stereotypes.
  • Some strong language and heated arguments.

Models well

  • Critical thinking and logic
  • Standing up for convictions
  • Importance of justice
  • Overcoming prejudice

Talk about it after

  • What is "reasonable doubt" and why is it important?
  • How do personal biases affect our judgment?
  • The responsibility of a jury in a legal system.
  • How can one person make a difference against a group?
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Cast & crew

12 Angry Men (1997)