PG-13

Head Above Water

Murder just became a water sport.

1996 • 92 min • Comedy · Thriller

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Synopsis

Judge George brings his young wife, Nathalie, to a remote island for a vacation. But while George accompanies their only neighbor -- Nathalie's childhood friend Lance -- on a fishing trip, Nathalie spends time with her ex, Kent. When Kent ends up dead the next morning, Nathalie tries to hide the evidence before her husband gets home. After the body is found, the events of the previous night unravel, with unexpected revelations.

Our family guide

Best from age 13

Movie Knight Score

166 reviews

59 Audience · 166 · 100%

On a remote island honeymoon, Nathalie’s ex-lover turns up dead, leading her to desperately hide the body from her returning husband. A series of escalating mishaps and unexpected turns follow as she tries to cover her tracks.

Violence & peril: 4/10
Language: 3/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 2/10
Romance & sensuality: 3/10
Scary moments: 4/10

Heads up

Accidental death depicted
Characters in perilous situations
Marital conflict
Some suggestive dialogue

What it models well

Dealing with consequences
Importance of communication

Talk about it after

How secrets can escalate situations
The difficulties of a second marriage
Trust and misunderstandings

Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for Head Above Water. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.