Love and Death on Long Island
Teens

Love and Death on Long Island

Best from age 14 · PG-13 · 1998 · 93 min

Love and Death on Long Island

An aging, curmudgeonly writer, Giles De'Ath, accidentally discovers a teen idol in a silly comedy film and becomes infatuated. This unexpected obsession leads him on a journey of self-discovery, challenging his views on love, sexuality, and modern society. He grapples with his own desires while pursuing the young actor.

What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Mild

1/10

Language

Mild

2/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Moderate

3/10

Romance & sensuality

Moderate

4/10

Scary moments

Mild

1/10

Heads up

  • Sexual themes and suggestive content
  • Some mature discussion of sexuality
  • Characters consume alcohol and smoke

Models well

  • Self-discovery and personal growth
  • Challenging societal norms
  • Embracing new experiences
  • The nature of obsession

Talk about it after

  • Exploring unexpected infatuations
  • Societal views on different types of love
  • The impact of media and celebrity culture
  • Self-acceptance and identity at any age
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