Crazy in Alabama
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Crazy in Alabama

Best from age 13 · PG-13 · 1999 · 112 min

Crazy in Alabama

In 1965 Alabama, a woman flees her abusive husband to pursue an acting career in Hollywood. Meanwhile, her nephew back home gets entangled in a racially-charged murder case involving a corrupt local sheriff, highlighting the era's deep social tensions.

What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Strong

6/10

Language

Moderate

3/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Moderate

3/10

Romance & sensuality

Moderate

4/10

Scary moments

Moderate

4/10

Heads up

  • Domestic abuse and murder are central to the plot
  • Racial slurs are used by some characters
  • Brief suggestive content and smoking

Models well

  • Standing up for what is right
  • Family loyalty
  • Seeking personal freedom

Talk about it after

  • The impact of racial prejudice and injustice
  • Why some people resort to violence to escape abuse
  • The importance of courage in challenging times
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